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SNAP leads to reductions in food insecurity, says University of Illinois researcher

A University of Illinois researcher says that the cornerstone of our efforts to alleviate food insecurity should be to encourage more people to participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program "because it works."

23 May 2013

Obesity directly tied to several cancers

"Obesity is a major risk factor for developing cancer, roughly the equivalent of tobacco use, and both are potentially reversible. Further, obese cancer patients do worse in surgery, with radiation or on chemotherapy - worse by any measure." Karen Basen-Engquist, Ph.D., Director of MD Anderson's new Center for Energy Balance in Cancer Prevention and Survivorship and professor of Behavioral Science.

22 May 2013

FAPESP funds $680 million to support 17 RIDCs

The Brazilian funding agency for scientific and technological research S-o Paulo Research Foundation, FAPESP, based in the state of S-o Paulo, announced an investment estimated in US$ 680 million to support 17 Research, Innovation and Dissemination Centers for a period of up to eleven years, subject to continuation reviews on years 2, 4 and 7.

22 May 2013

Nearly 35% of Mexican young adults may have genetic predisposition for obesity, says U of I scientist

As many as 35 percent of Mexican young adults may have a genetic predisposition for obesity, said a University of Illinois scientist who conducted a study at the Universidad Aut-noma de San Luis Potosί.

22 May 2013

Research: Frequency of candy consumption is not associated with adverse health risks

At a time when the spotlight is focused on obesity more than ever, new research suggests that frequency of candy consumption is not associated with weight or certain adverse health risks.

21 May 2013

Study suggests that fluid, sodium restrictions have no effect on weight loss in ADHF patients

A clinical trial of 75 patients hospitalized with acute decompensated heart failure suggests that aggressive fluid and sodium restriction has no effect on weight loss or clinical stability at three days but was associated with an increase in perceived thirst, according to a study published Online First by JAMA Internal Medicine, a JAMA Network publication.

21 May 2013

Scientists design 'fishing' technique to show health benefits of foods

New research suggests that a compound abundant in the Mediterranean diet takes away cancer cells' "superpower" to escape death.

21 May 2013

CEO Roundtable on Cancer accredits UW Medicine with CEO Cancer Gold Standard

UW Medicine, a leading healthcare provider serving Seattle and the Northwest, is leading by example when it comes to promoting workplace wellness and encouraging healthier behavior.

20 May 2013

GE Healthcare initiates global public awareness campaign on cancer prevention

GE Healthcare has today launched its third annual #GetFit global public awareness campaign on cancer prevention. This year's campaign leverages social media channels including Instagram, Sina Weibo in China, and Twitter to enable participation, interaction and engagement.

20 May 2013

AGA Research Foundation announces recipients of 2013 Student Research Fellowship Award

The American Gastroenterological Association Research Foundation has announced the 2013 Student Research Fellowship Award recipients. The awards are intended to stimulate interest in research careers in digestive diseases among high school, undergraduate, graduate and medical school students.

20 May 2013

Peripherally inserted central catheters increase risk of dangerous blood clots

Touted for safety, ease and patient convenience, peripherally inserted central catheters have become many clinicians' go-to for IV delivery of antibiotics, nutrition, chemotherapy, and other medications.

20 May 2013

AGA Research Foundation announces 2013 research scholars

The American Gastroenterological Association Research Foundation is pleased to announce its 2013 research scholars. This year's honorees are outstanding young gastroenterologists working toward independent careers in gastroenterology, hepatology or related areas, and with this award, their research time will be protected.

20 May 2013

AGA announces first AGA-Caroline Craig Augustyn and Damian Augustyn Award in Digestive Cancer

The AGA Research Foundation is honored to announce the first AGA-Caroline Craig Augustyn and Damian Augustyn Award in Digestive Cancer, which will support Andrew D. Rhim, MD, from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, as he furthers his research on the role of Zeb1 in pancreas development, regeneration and cancer progression.

20 May 2013

Research highlights benefits of vitamin D, diet changes in patients with Crohn's disease

Research presented at Digestive Disease Week explores new methods for managing digestive health through diet and lifestyle.

20 May 2013

African-American students consume more soda when it's available at school

The availability of sugar-sweetened or diet soda in schools does not appear to be related to students' overall consumption, except for African-American students, who drink more soda when it's available at school, finds a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.

18 May 2013

Study examines effects of smoking on cognitive functioning in AD individuals

Treatment for alcohol use disorders works best if the patient actively understands and incorporates the interventions provided in the clinic.

18 May 2013

US sports dietitians to meet at CPSDA's annual conference in St. Louis

All the Registered Dietitians in the U.S. that work fulltime in pro or college athletic programs ("Sports RDs") would fit comfortably in one Boeing 727. And most of them will be landing in St. Louis May 20th for the 5th annual conference of the Collegiate & Professional Sports Dietitians Association at the St. Louis Union Station Hotel.

18 May 2013

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

SNAP leads to reductions in food insecurity, says University of Illinois researcher

Obesity directly tied to several cancers

FAPESP funds $680 million to support 17 RIDCs

Nearly 35% of Mexican young adults may have genetic predisposition for obesity, says U of I scientist

Research: Frequency of candy consumption is not associated with adverse health risks

Study suggests that fluid, sodium restrictions have no effect on weight loss in ADHF patients

Scientists design 'fishing' technique to show health benefits of foods

CEO Roundtable on Cancer accredits UW Medicine with CEO Cancer Gold Standard

GE Healthcare initiates global public awareness campaign on cancer prevention

AGA Research Foundation announces recipients of 2013 Student Research Fellowship Award

Peripherally inserted central catheters increase risk of dangerous blood clots

AGA Research Foundation announces 2013 research scholars

AGA announces first AGA-Caroline Craig Augustyn and Damian Augustyn Award in Digestive Cancer

Research highlights benefits of vitamin D, diet changes in patients with Crohn's disease

African-American students consume more soda when it's available at school

Study examines effects of smoking on cognitive functioning in AD individuals

US sports dietitians to meet at CPSDA's annual conference in St. Louis

AGA announces new grant to study relationship between gut microbiota, digestive disease

FDA approves Mylan's ANDA for Fenofibrate Tablets

AGA announces 2013 Investing in the Future Student Research Fellowship Award recipients

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