Diet & Nutrition News and Research

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Experts question value of current obesity treatments

Many people with obesity can lose weight for a few months, but 80%–95% regain their lost weight eventually. One explanation for this limited long-term success is that reducing caloric intake triggers several biological systems that drive us to eat high-calorie foods and gain weight.

16 Feb 2015

Microbes prevent malnutrition in fruit flies - and maybe humans too

A study by scientists from the Florida campus of The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) sheds significant new light on a surprising and critical role that microbes may play in nutritional disorders such as protein malnutrition. Using fruit flies—Drosophila melanogaster—as a simple and easily studied stand-in for humans, these new findings advance our understanding of the fundamental mechanisms underlying microbial contributions to metabolism and may point to long-term strategies to treat and prevent malnutrition in general.

16 Feb 2015

Hospira announces launch of first biosimilar monoclonal antibody in Europe

Hospira, Inc., a world leader in the development of biosimilar therapies, today announced the launch of the first biosimilar monoclonal antibody (mAb), Inflectra (infliximab), in major European markets.

16 Feb 2015

Research finding could lead to new therapeutic target for treating hypertension in males

Higher levels of a "danger" molecule may be one reason males tend to become hypertensive earlier and more severely than females, scientists say.

16 Feb 2015

Study shows that plant-based vegan diet may lower heart disease risk in obese children

Obese children who begin a low-fat, plant-based vegan diet may lower their risk of heart disease through improvements in their weight, blood pressure, body mass index, cholesterol levels, insulin sensitivity, and high-sensitivity C-reactive, according to Cleveland Clinic research published online today by The Journal of Pediatrics.

16 Feb 2015

Doctor's Best adds three new sports nutrition powders to its science-based supplement portfolio

Doctor's Best has introduced three new sports nutrition powders – Creatine, Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) and L-Arginine - into its science-based supplement portfolio.

13 Feb 2015

GNC Holdings reports consolidated revenue of $607.2 million for fourth quarter 2014

GNC Holdings, Inc., a leading global specialty retailer of health and wellness products, today reported its financial results for the quarter and year-to-date periods ended December 31, 2014.

12 Feb 2015

SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics designated as FAO Reference Centre for bioinformatics

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has appointed SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics as the FAO Reference Centre for bioinformatics.

12 Feb 2015

Vanderbilt's Stacey Kendrick suggests nine simple steps for healthier heart

In observance of Heart Month in February, Vanderbilt health educator Stacey Kendrick has compiled a list of steps everyone can take for a healthier heart.

12 Feb 2015

Epicore BioNetworks named one of 50 strongest companies on TSXV

Epicore BioNetworks Inc. is proud to announce that the Company has been selected by TSX Venture 50 as one of the 50 strongest companies on the TSXV.

12 Feb 2015

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation offers tips to help caregivers cope with challenges

Husbands and wives, parents and children, siblings and others are taking on the role of caregiver for family members who are unable to care for themselves due to disabilities, chronic health conditions or the challenges related to aging. In fact, more than 90 million caregivers – two out of five adults – are now providing that daily care, an increase of 30% since 2010.

11 Feb 2015

New online tool helps facilitate discussion between health professionals and patients presenting with fatigue

In Australia, people often seek medical advice because of fatigue. However it is often not associated with underlying disease, particularly in young to middle aged adults, and may remain unexplained.

11 Feb 2015

First human clinical study of ChromaDex's NIAGEN nicotinamide riboside meets primary endpoint

ChromaDex Corp. announced today that the initial results of the first human clinical study for the company's NIAGEN nicotinamide riboside (NR) has met its primary endpoint.

11 Feb 2015

ATA recommends daily serving of iodine in multivitamin/mineral supplements for pregnant, breastfeeding women

The American Thyroid Association has championed the effort to include a daily serving of iodine in multivitamin/mineral supplements intended for pregnant and breastfeeding women, and it applauds the new guidelines released by the U.S. Council for Responsible Nutrition advising manufacturers to include 150 micrograms of iodine to these daily supplements.

11 Feb 2015

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Experts question value of current obesity treatments

Microbes prevent malnutrition in fruit flies - and maybe humans too

Hospira announces launch of first biosimilar monoclonal antibody in Europe

Research finding could lead to new therapeutic target for treating hypertension in males

Study shows that plant-based vegan diet may lower heart disease risk in obese children

Doctor's Best adds three new sports nutrition powders to its science-based supplement portfolio

GNC Holdings reports consolidated revenue of $607.2 million for fourth quarter 2014

SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics designated as FAO Reference Centre for bioinformatics

Vanderbilt's Stacey Kendrick suggests nine simple steps for healthier heart

Epicore BioNetworks named one of 50 strongest companies on TSXV

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation offers tips to help caregivers cope with challenges

New online tool helps facilitate discussion between health professionals and patients presenting with fatigue

First human clinical study of ChromaDex's NIAGEN nicotinamide riboside meets primary endpoint

ATA recommends daily serving of iodine in multivitamin/mineral supplements for pregnant, breastfeeding women

Study supports more sustainable recovery for malnourished children

Study shows link between low vitamin D levels in childhood and occurrence of atherosclerosis in adulthood

St. John Hospital first in Michigan to offer new alternative treatment for acid reflux disease

Combination of coconut oil and exercise training can reduce blood pressure

Mercury associated with autoimmunity among women of childbearing age

Intensive behavioral intervention can help eliminate pica in autistic children

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