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Earliest known case of rickets in the UK identified in Neolithic Tiree skeleton

Rickets has been identified in a Neolithic skeleton from the Scottish island of Tiree, making it the earliest case of the disease in the UK, according to research announced at the British Science Festival in Bradford.

14 Sep 2015

Study finds association between long sleep duration and high serum copper concentration

Persons sleeping less than 6 hours or more than 10 hours suffer from low-grade inflammation more often than persons sleeping 7-8 hours per night. This was observed in a University of Eastern Finland study focusing on the health and lifestyle habits among middle-aged men.

14 Sep 2015

Longer school lunches linked to healthier choices, new study reveals

Elementary and middle school students who are given at least 25 minutes to eat lunch are more likely to choose fruits and consume more of their entrees, milk, and vegetables according to a new study released in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

14 Sep 2015

Weaker physical fitness, higher body fat content linked to arterial stiffness in children

Arterial wall stiffness and reduced arterial dilation are the first signs of cardiovascular diseases that can be measured. The Physical Activity and Nutrition in Children Study (PANIC) carried out in the Institute of Biomedicine at the University of Eastern Finland shows that low levels of physical activity, weaker physical fitness and higher body fat content are linked to arterial stiffness already in 6-8 year-old children.

14 Sep 2015

A growing number of deaths attributed to avoidable risk factors

A wide range of avoidable risk factors to health – ranging from air pollution to poor diets to unsafe water – account for a growing number of deaths and a significant amount of disease burden, according to a new analysis of 79 risks in 188 countries.

11 Sep 2015

Luteolin may reduce risk of breast cancer in some women, find MU researchers

More than 100 women die from breast cancer every day in the United States. The odds increase in postmenopausal women who have taken a combined estrogen and progestin hormone replacement therapy; these women also have an increased risk of developing progestin-accelerated breast tumors.

11 Sep 2015

New AGA guideline recommends colorectal cancer patients to undergo tumor test for Lynch syndrome

All colorectal cancer patients should undergo tumor testing to see if they carry Lynch syndrome, the most common inherited cause of colorectal cancer, according to a new guideline published in Gastroenterology, the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association.

11 Sep 2015

High blood pressure, smoking, and poor dietary habits are greatest risk factors for death

A huge international study of global causes of death has revealed that since 1990, there has been a profound change in risk factors for death.

11 Sep 2015

Innovative technologies offer hope to people living with chronic pain

More than 100 million people in this country have pain that won't go away. Many of these chronic pain sufferers fail to get relief from pills, shots and even surgery, while others temporarily trade the pain for side effects such as drowsiness or digestive problems.

11 Sep 2015

Study shows diet beverage drinkers compensate by consuming high-calorie foods

Want fries with that diet soda? You aren't alone, and you may not be "saving" as many calories as you think by consuming diet drinks.

11 Sep 2015

Intake of cocoa flavanols improves cardiovascular function, lowers blood pressure

Two recently published studies in the journals Age and the British Journal of Nutrition (BJN) demonstrate that consuming cocoa flavanols improves cardiovascular function and lessens the burden on the heart that comes with the ageing and stiffening of arteries.

11 Sep 2015

FGF21 compound in breast milk plays key role in neonatal nutrient absorption, intestinal function

A compound found in breast milk, named fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21), plays a key role in neonatal nutrient absorption and intestinal function. FGF21 also contributes to improve newborn growth and metabolic profile.

11 Sep 2015

AccentHealth launches new digital patient engagement platform

AccentHealth, the leader in patient education media at the point of care, announced today the launch of a new digital patient engagement platform, the AccentHealth Exam Room Tablet, as part of the industry's most comprehensive exam room program.

10 Sep 2015

Children consume more calories, fewer fruits and vegetables outside of child care centers

A recent study conducted by researchers at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center has found that preschool age children are consuming more calories and fewer fruits, vegetables and milk outside of child care centers than what is recommended by the USDA's Child and Adult Care Food Program.

10 Sep 2015

Allergan settles patent litigation with Amneal related to NAMENDA XR extended release capsules

Allergan plc, today announced that its subsidiaries Forest Laboratories, LLC and Forest Laboratories Holdings, Ltd., along with Adamas Pharmaceuticals, Inc., have entered into a settlement agreement with Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC and related companies and subsidiaries.

10 Sep 2015

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Earliest known case of rickets in the UK identified in Neolithic Tiree skeleton

Study finds association between long sleep duration and high serum copper concentration

Longer school lunches linked to healthier choices, new study reveals

Weaker physical fitness, higher body fat content linked to arterial stiffness in children

A growing number of deaths attributed to avoidable risk factors

Luteolin may reduce risk of breast cancer in some women, find MU researchers

New AGA guideline recommends colorectal cancer patients to undergo tumor test for Lynch syndrome

High blood pressure, smoking, and poor dietary habits are greatest risk factors for death

Innovative technologies offer hope to people living with chronic pain

Study shows diet beverage drinkers compensate by consuming high-calorie foods

Intake of cocoa flavanols improves cardiovascular function, lowers blood pressure

FGF21 compound in breast milk plays key role in neonatal nutrient absorption, intestinal function

AccentHealth launches new digital patient engagement platform

Children consume more calories, fewer fruits and vegetables outside of child care centers

Allergan settles patent litigation with Amneal related to NAMENDA XR extended release capsules

World expert panel recommends routine brain health screening for adults older than 70

New research enables ‘tailored’ diet advice based on personal gut microbiome

Researchers use photovoice method to learn about children’s dietary habits

Study finds increased rates of breast cancer incidence, mortality in low and middle income countries

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