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Majority of consumers say food scoring system would influence their purchasing decisions

Grocery shoppers in a new study report that a one to 100-point food rating system would help them choose what goes into their carts.

30 Oct 2009

Increased fructose intake is associated with elevated blood pressure

A diet high in fructose increases the risk of developing high blood pressure (hypertension), according to a paper being presented at the American Society of Nephrology's 42nd Annual Meeting and Scientific Exposition in San Diego, California. The findings suggest that cutting back on processed foods and beverages that contain high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) may help prevent hypertension.

30 Oct 2009

A step-by-step program: Cognitive behavior workbook for weight loss

Three McMaster University experts have developed a successful weight management tool in the form of a workbook which uses cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) to achieve lasting weight loss, with the goal being health - physical health, psychological healthy and a healthy relationship with food and the body instead of an obsession with numbers.

30 Oct 2009

VIVUS presents additional data on Qnexa Phase 3 trials

VIVUS, Inc. today announced that additional data on Qnexa(TM), an investigational drug candidate for obesity, was presented at the 27th annual scientific meeting of The Obesity Society (TOS) in Washington D.C. Wesley W. Day, PhD, vice president of clinical development at VIVUS, presented the additional data from the company's two year-long phase 3 obesity trials during the Pharmacotherapy Update portion of the pre-conference on October 24, 2009.

30 Oct 2009

Aerobics and resistance training exercise prevent visceral fat gain

A study conducted by exercise physiologists in the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Human Studies finds that as little as 80 minutes a week of aerobic or resistance training helps not only to prevent weight gain, but also to inhibit a regain of harmful visceral fat one year after weight loss.

30 Oct 2009

Vitamin D deficiency may account for increased risk of end-stage renal disease in African Americans

Low levels of vitamin D may account for nearly 60 percent of the elevated risk of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in African Americans, according to a report in the December Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN).

30 Oct 2009

CCS updates the Canadian guidelines for the management and treatment of dyslipidemia

The management of dyslipidemia continues to evolve and despite improvements in recurrent cardiovascular events and a decrease in cardiac mortality, cardiovascular disease (CVD) still represents the major burden of disease in this country.

29 Oct 2009

Interleukin Genetics and Amway Global sign partnership agreement

Interleukin Genetics, Inc. announced today it has entered into an agreement with Amway Global. With this agreement, Amway Global Independent Business Owners will be able to sell Interleukin Genetics' Inherent Health(TM) brand of genetic tests, including the new Weight Management Genetic Test.

29 Oct 2009

EB Sport announces the availability two branded fitness kits for men and women

EB Sport Group, a market leader in the creation of personal exercise and fitness products, has announced the availability of the Men’s Health “Ultimate Total-Body Workout” and Women’s Health “Lean Body Workout” – two branded fitness kits designed to get people back in shape quickly.

29 Oct 2009

Publix Supermarkets to sell HeartSavior and LipidShield Plus

New Health Corp. is proud to announce that HeartSavior(TM) and LipidShield® Plus are now available at Publix Supermarkets.

29 Oct 2009

Perioperative oral dietary supplements before elective surgery offers no functional benefit

Blood glucose levels in a lot of patients fed normal liquid food (NLF) and a high calorie diet (HCD) were high. There was no significant difference in the blood prealbumin levels. There was a significant increase in the blood cortisol levels in some patients. The stress of surgery may be tolerated by children by feeding up to 2 h before elective surgery.

29 Oct 2009

Study shows 62.2 percent of women turn to alternative therapies before medical treatments for infertility

In a recent study from the Ohio State University Medical Center, 62.2 percent of those surveyed turned to alternative therapies before turning to more invasive medical treatments for infertility and getting pregnant.

29 Oct 2009

Proper diet and exercise reduce risk of type 2 diabetes

Intensive lifestyle changes aimed at modest weight loss reduced the rate of developing type 2 diabetes by 34 percent over 10 years in people at high risk for the disease.

29 Oct 2009

Aerobic exercise not only prevents weight gain, but also inhibits regain of harmful visceral fat

29 Oct 2009

WFP to launch 4-month food voucher text message pilot program for Iraqi refugees

The World Food Programme (WFP) Tuesday announced that it is launching a pilot program to send food vouchers via mobile phone text messages to Iraqi refugees in Syria, Agence France-Presse reports (10/27). This program is "the first of its kind in the world to use mobile phone technology," according to a WPF press release (10/27).

28 Oct 2009

Propolis exhibits antioxidant and anti-microbial properties that are beneficial to human health

Growing concerns about health has caused the scientific community to focus their interest on investigating functional foods which contribute to boosting the prevention and reduction of the risk of suffering from certain illnesses. The benefits of this product lies in its composition and, thus, its study, identification and subsequent extraction provides a useful tool which enables making high added-value products, given their high concentration of biologically active compounds.

28 Oct 2009

Rural Oregons in poverty face tough choices between eating well and spending less money for meals

A new study by Oregon State University researchers shows that those in poverty in rural Oregon often know what kinds of foods they should be eating, but face tough choices between eating well and spending less money for meals.

28 Oct 2009

Guide for living a healthy and active lifestyle

Even though no-one wants to admit it, the countdown to Christmas is upon us, and if you want to look good at the ubiquitous Christmas Party then follow the realbuzz.com guide to a healthier you. You know that once the season is upon us, diet and healthy living go out the window, so now's the time to turn your body into a temple.

28 Oct 2009

TOPROL-XL and metoprolol succinate are available for patients in all regions across the country: AstraZeneca

Following published reports that two generic companies had recalled or suspended shipments of metoprolol succinate, a beta-blocker medication taken by over half a million Americans for the treatment of high blood pressure, TOPROL-XL and its authorized generic, metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets are available.

28 Oct 2009

Online weight management support for overweight teen girls and mothers

Professionals from the entertainment industry have teamed with leaders in obesity treatment to create the first web destinations that offer affordable and accessible weight management support to overweight teen girls and their mothers.

28 Oct 2009

Diet News and Research

Latest Diet News and Research

Majority of consumers say food scoring system would influence their purchasing decisions

Increased fructose intake is associated with elevated blood pressure

A step-by-step program: Cognitive behavior workbook for weight loss

VIVUS presents additional data on Qnexa Phase 3 trials

Aerobics and resistance training exercise prevent visceral fat gain

Vitamin D deficiency may account for increased risk of end-stage renal disease in African Americans

CCS updates the Canadian guidelines for the management and treatment of dyslipidemia

Interleukin Genetics and Amway Global sign partnership agreement

EB Sport announces the availability two branded fitness kits for men and women

Publix Supermarkets to sell HeartSavior and LipidShield Plus

Perioperative oral dietary supplements before elective surgery offers no functional benefit

Study shows 62.2 percent of women turn to alternative therapies before medical treatments for infertility

Proper diet and exercise reduce risk of type 2 diabetes

Aerobic exercise not only prevents weight gain, but also inhibits regain of harmful visceral fat

WFP to launch 4-month food voucher text message pilot program for Iraqi refugees

Propolis exhibits antioxidant and anti-microbial properties that are beneficial to human health

Rural Oregons in poverty face tough choices between eating well and spending less money for meals

Guide for living a healthy and active lifestyle

TOPROL-XL and metoprolol succinate are available for patients in all regions across the country: AstraZeneca

Online weight management support for overweight teen girls and mothers

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

Diet News and Research

Latest Diet News and Research

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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