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Released: 7-Mar-2017 5:05 PM EST
Penn Study Parses Influence of Genes and Environment in Metabolic Disease
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

By comparing two strains of mice -- one that becomes obese and diabetic on a high-fat diet and another resistant to a high-fat regimen -- researchers identified genome-wide changes caused by a high-fat diet.

23-Feb-2017 1:00 PM EST
HumanN Launches Protein40®, Optimal Daily Muscle and Bone Support
HumanN

HumanN is pleased to announce the launching of Protein40®, a powerful functional foods supplement that delivers three high quality proteins – in one convenient shake for seven full hours of muscle and bone support during the Natural Products Expo West trade show.

Released: 2-Mar-2017 4:05 PM EST
A Hot Cup of Attention Tempered with Chocolate, Please
Clarkson University

Deep down, we always knew it, but science is proving that cocoa and caffeine are indeed the best marriage ever. Researchers examined the acute effects of brewed cocoa consumption on attention, motivation to perform cognitive work and feelings of anxiety, energy and fatigue.

Released: 2-Mar-2017 2:30 PM EST
A Probiotic Combination Might Curb Allergy Symptoms
University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences

As we head into allergy season, you may feel less likely to grab a hanky and sneeze. UF/IFAS research shows a probiotic combination might help reduce hay fever symptoms.

1-Mar-2017 2:00 PM EST
Food Subsidies and Taxes Significantly Improve Dietary Choices
Tufts University

A new systematic review and meta-analysis finds that lowering the cost of healthy foods significantly increases their consumption, while raising the cost of unhealthy items significantly reduces their intake.

Released: 1-Mar-2017 11:05 AM EST
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Celebrates Its Centennial with New Organizational Vision, Mission and Principles
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

As a part of its Second Century initiative and centennial celebrations, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has established a new vision, mission, principles and strategic direction that will expand the influence and reach of the Academy and the nutrition and dietetics profession.

Released: 1-Mar-2017 10:05 AM EST
Dairy Intake May Impact Risk of Breast Cancer, Reports Roswell Park Team
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

• Dairy consumption appears to lower risk for breast cancer • High consumption of yogurt linked to reduced risk of breast cancer • Higher intake of some cheeses tied to slightly increased risk

Released: 27-Feb-2017 8:00 AM EST
Ketogenic Diet Shown Safe and Effective Option for Some with Rare and Severest Form of Epilepsy
Johns Hopkins Medicine

In a small phase I and II clinical trial, Johns Hopkins researchers and colleagues elsewhere found that the high-fat, low-carbohydrate ketogenic diet was a safe and effective treatment option for the majority of adults experiencing a relatively rare, often fatal and always severe form of epilepsy marked by prolonged seizures that require medically induced comas to prevent them from further damaging the body and the brain.

Released: 24-Feb-2017 11:05 AM EST
Diabetes Prevention Programs Provided by Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Are More Effective: Research Review in Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

The March issue of the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics provides more evidence that registered dietitian nutritionists are an effective solution to the expensive health care cost of preventing diabetes.

Released: 24-Feb-2017 10:05 AM EST
Study Catalogs the Complex Flavors of American-Made Goat Cheese
Kansas State University

Researchers generated a flavor lexicon that lists the 39 flavor attributes in cheeses made with goat milk. Flavor lexicons are important tools for cheesemakers because they help with development, product benchmarking and quality control.

Released: 23-Feb-2017 2:45 PM EST
For National Nutrition Month, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Encourages Everyone to “Put Your Best Fork Forward”
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Each March, the Academy encourages everyone to focus on healthful eating through National Nutrition Month. Whether you’re planning meals to prepare at home or making selections when dining out, always “Put Your Best Fork Forward” to help find your healthy eating style.

Released: 23-Feb-2017 1:05 PM EST
The Medical Minute: Spotting the Symptoms of an Eating Disorder
Penn State Health

Millions of people across the United States struggle with eating disorders. With so much public discussion about obesity and healthy eating, conversations about weight and BMI – or body mass index – can even make the problem worse.

Released: 23-Feb-2017 8:05 AM EST
Do eye screening guidelines adequately catch diabetic retinopathy in youth?
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

By the time current screening recommendations kicked in, 18% of youth with type 1 diabetes already had diabetic retinopathy, according to a study led by University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center.

Released: 22-Feb-2017 6:05 PM EST
Resveratrol May Be an Effective Intervention for Lung Aging and the Ultimate Development of Chronic Lung Disease
Children's Hospital Los Angeles Saban Research Institute

Researchers demonstrate, for the first time that inhaled resveratrol treatments slow aging-related degenerative changes in mouse lung. Lung aging, characterized by airspace enlargement and decreasing lung function, is a significant risk factor for chronic human lung diseases.

Released: 22-Feb-2017 10:05 AM EST
Study Finds Consumers Willing to Pay More for “All-Natural” Labeled Foods
Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

A study published in the Journal of Food Science found that expectations of product quality, nutritional content and the amount of money consumers were willing to pay increased when consumers saw a product labeled “all-natural” as compared to the same product without the label.

     
Released: 21-Feb-2017 11:05 AM EST
UAB Developing New Peptide to Combat a Disorder That Causes Heart Attacks at Early Age
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Some people inherit a condition that elevates their cholesterol to an excessive degree, and no amount of diet or exercise can bring the numbers down. UAB researchers are developing and testing a new peptide that may lead to better treatment options.

Released: 21-Feb-2017 10:05 AM EST
Mediterranean Diet May Decrease Pain Associated with Obesity
Ohio State University

Eating a Mediterranean diet could decrease the chances an overweight person will experience regular pain, new research suggests.

Released: 21-Feb-2017 10:05 AM EST
Helping Parents Understand BMI May Lead to Positive Changes in Childhood Obesity
Iowa State University

Getting children to move more is a team effort. A new study, published in Childhood Obesity, found parents were more likely to change their child’s lifestyle when schools provided educational materials along with the results of their child’s body mass index screening.

Released: 21-Feb-2017 2:05 AM EST
New Book, Nitrite and Nitrate in Human Health and Disease
Strategic Communications, LLC

Nathan Bryan, Ph.D., a recognized world authority in Nitric Oxide (NO) research, is pleased to announce the publication of the second edition of Nitrate and Nitrite in Human Health and Disease, 2e. It reveals the latest breakthrough science and change in paradigm regarding dietary nitrite and nitrate.

17-Feb-2017 11:05 AM EST
Mercury in Fish, Seafood May Be Linked to Higher Risk of ALS
American Academy of Neurology (AAN)

Eating fish and seafood with higher levels of mercury may be linked to a higher risk of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), according to a preliminary study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 69th Annual Meeting in Boston, April 22 to 28, 2017. However, fish and seafood consumption as a regular part of the diet was not associated with ALS.

16-Feb-2017 8:15 AM EST
Poll: Only a Third of Parents Think They Are Doing a Good Job Helping Kids Be Healthy Eaters
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

If you know healthy eating is important for your kids but you also feel like it’s easier said than done, you’re not alone.

10-Feb-2017 9:00 AM EST
Limiting Salt Consumption Lowers Blood Pressure in Patients with Kidney Disease
American Society of Nephrology (ASN)

• Receiving advice on limiting salt consumption helped kidney disease patients lower their systolic blood pressure by an average of 11 mmHg. • Limiting salt intake also reduced excess fluid retention that is common among patients with kidney disease.

Released: 16-Feb-2017 3:05 PM EST
Food Additive Found in Candy, Chewing Gum Could Alter Digestive Cell Structure and Function
Binghamton University, State University of New York

The ability of small intestine cells to absorb nutrients and act as a barrier to pathogens is “significantly decreased” after chronic exposure to nanoparticles of titanium dioxide, a common food additive found in everything from chewing gum to bread, according to research from Binghamton University

Released: 16-Feb-2017 12:00 PM EST
Speakers Announced for 2017 Experimental Biology Meeting
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

World-renowned scientists will present pioneering research and discuss key issues affecting the life sciences at the 2017 Experimental Biology meeting (EB 2017), the premier annual meeting of six scientific societies in Chicago to be held April 22–26.

Released: 16-Feb-2017 10:05 AM EST
B Vitamins Reduce Schizophrenia Symptoms
University of Manchester

A review of worldwide studies has found that add-on treatment with high-dose b-vitamins - including B6, B8 and B12 - can significantly reduce symptoms of schizophrenia more than standard treatments alone.

14-Feb-2017 2:00 PM EST
Sugar, Salt, and Fat Taxes Could Save Billions in Health Care Costs
PLOS

Australia could save AUD $3.4 billion (USD $2.3 billion) in healthcare costs over the remaining lifetimes of all Australians alive in 2010 by instituting a combination of taxes on unhealthy foods and subsidies on fruits and vegetables, according to a new study.

Released: 14-Feb-2017 6:00 AM EST
Setting the Record Straight on Some Common Beliefs About Food and Health
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

When it comes to what certain foods can do to or for you, it’s probably best to take motherly advice, familiar sayings and other bits of conventional wisdom with a grain of salt.

Released: 13-Feb-2017 12:05 PM EST
Gluten-Free Diet May Increase Risk of Arsenic, Mercury Exposure
University of Illinois Chicago

People who eat a gluten-free diet may be at risk for increased exposure to arsenic and mercury – toxic metals that can lead to cardiovascular disease, cancer and neurological effects, according to a report in the journal Epidemiology.

Released: 13-Feb-2017 11:05 AM EST
Below Threshold: Nutritionists Discuss Serious Yet Common Mineral Deficiencies
Kansas State University

Iron and zinc are critical minerals, but many people are deficient in them, say nutritionists at Kansas State University.

Released: 13-Feb-2017 9:05 AM EST
Teens in Poorest Families Go Hungry More Than Younger Kids
 Johns Hopkins University

In very poor families, teenagers are going hungry twice as often as their younger siblings, a study finds.

Released: 8-Feb-2017 5:05 PM EST
IFT17: Go With Purpose Registration is Now Open
Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

Registration is now open for IFT17: Go With Purpose in Las Vegas, June 25-28 at The Sands Expo Center. Hosted by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), this year’s annual event will host food science and technology thought leaders from more than 90 countries representing the most prominent organizations in the global food sector.

6-Feb-2017 2:00 PM EST
Eating Whole Grains Led to Modest Improvements in Gut Microbiota and Immune Response
Tufts University

In a clinical trial, adults who consumed a diet rich in whole grains rather than refined grains had modest improvements in healthy gut microbiota and certain immune responses.

6-Feb-2017 2:00 PM EST
New Study Finds That Eating Whole Grains Increases Metabolism and Digestive Calorie Losses
Tufts University

A new study suggests that substituting whole grains for refined grains in the diet increases metabolism and calorie losses during digestion.

Released: 8-Feb-2017 12:30 PM EST
For National Nutrition Month, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Says “Put Your Best Fork Forward” When Dining Out
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

At the office or a restaurant, eating away from home doesn’t have to undermine your healthful habits. To help find your healthy eating style during National Nutrition Month®, celebrated each March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics encourages everyone to “Put Your Best Fork Forward” when dining out.

3-Feb-2017 10:05 AM EST
Lack of Transportation Limits Healthy Food Access Among Washington State Residents
Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior

Having convenient or reasonable access to supermarkets is often associated with healthier diets and a lower risk for obesity among neighborhood residents. However, simply improving residents’ proximity to grocery stores may not be as consequential as some previous studies have reported. Researchers from the Washington State Department of Health investigated the food environment in Washington State, assessing the impact of access as well as proximity. They concluded that programs for improving nutrition should consider broader interventions to increase access to healthy food.

   
Released: 7-Feb-2017 4:05 PM EST
Teachers May Be Cause of 'Obesity Penalty' on Girls' Grades
University of Illinois Chicago

While obesity is often thought of as a health problem, a new study by a University of Illinois at Chicago sociologist suggests that discrimination by body weight may be the more important factor for obese white female students' lower success in school.

Released: 6-Feb-2017 12:15 PM EST
Diet Quality, Improves Fitness Among the Fittest
Skidmore College

In two recent peer-reviewed papers published by Nutrients and Growth Hormone and IGF-1 Research, Skidmore College exercise scientist Paul Arciero and colleagues report proven benefits of consuming moderate amounts of protein regularly throughout the day (protein-pacing) combined with a multi-dimensional exercise regimen that includes resistance exercise, interval sprint exercise, stretching and endurance exercise.

Released: 6-Feb-2017 12:05 PM EST
Winning the War: How to Persuade Children to Eat More Veggies
Kansas State University

Richard Rosenkranz, associate professor of food, nutrition, dietetics and health, offers parents research-based advice for appealing to children's emotional and behavioral appetites to help them eat the vegetables they need.

Released: 6-Feb-2017 5:05 AM EST
Experts Reveal Hidden Dangers Behind Supplements
Queen's University Belfast

Many herbal supplements contain hidden pharmaceutical ingredients that could be causing serious health risks, according to a team of experts from Queen’s University Belfast, Kingston University London and LGC.

Released: 5-Feb-2017 11:05 AM EST
Dogs Prefer to Share Food with Friends
University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna

Dogs share food also in complex situations, but more likely with dogs they know.

Released: 2-Feb-2017 1:05 PM EST
Research Connects Overeating During National Sporting Events to Medical Problems
University of Florida

People who overeat during national holidays and national sporting events – like this weekend’s Super Bowl – are 10 times more likely to need emergency medical attention for food obstruction than any at other time of the year, according to a new study led by a University of Florida researcher.

Released: 2-Feb-2017 12:05 PM EST
To Lose Weight, and Keep It Off, Be Prepared to Navigate Interpersonal Challenges
North Carolina State University

A new study highlights an unexpected challenge for those who have made a new year’s resolution to lose weight: the people around you may sabotage your efforts. The study also uncovered strategies that people use to navigate interpersonal challenges related to losing weight and keeping it off.

Released: 1-Feb-2017 3:00 PM EST
Super Bowl Champ Roland Williams Mentors Kids to Eat More Veggies on Meatless Monday
Monday Campaigns

Super Bowl champion Roland aims to call attention to the needs of underserved youth and their families. He works with celeb chef Danny Boome, and teaching artist for Young Audiences of Rochester Michelle Cardulla. They partner to inspire kids to move from fast foods to plant foods with Meatless Monday.

   
Released: 1-Feb-2017 1:00 PM EST
Make Healthy Shifts in Food Choices at Home During National Nutrition Month, Says Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

During National Nutrition Month®, celebrated each March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics encourages everyone to "Put Your Best Fork Forward" by making small, healthy shifts in food choices when cooking at home.

Released: 1-Feb-2017 11:05 AM EST
Loyola Study Provides New Evidence That Exercise Is Not Key to Weight Control
Loyola Medicine

An international study led by Loyola University Chicago is providing compelling new evidence that exercise may not be the key to controlling weight. Neither physical activity nor sedentary time were associated with weight gain. The study is published in the journal PeerJ.

Released: 1-Feb-2017 7:05 AM EST
Super Bowl 2017 "Big Game" Calorie Costs in Exercise
Center for Food As Medicine and Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center

Director of the New York City Food Policy Center at HUNTER College Dr. Charles Platkin Shows Big Game Activities to Burn off Foods You Just Ate - Is it Splurge-worthy? Since a calorie doesn’t mean much to the average person, the idea is to use exercise equivalents to provide a frame of reference that is familiar and meaningful and thus help improve calorie literacy.

Released: 31-Jan-2017 2:00 PM EST
Endocrine Society Experts Issue Clinical Practice Guideline on Pediatric Obesity
Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society today issued a Clinical Practice Guideline advising healthcare providers on how to prevent and treat childhood obesity with lifestyle changes.

Released: 30-Jan-2017 7:05 AM EST
New International Study Paves the Way for Better Understanding of Diagnostic Categories of Eating Disorders in Children
Academy for Eating Disorders (AED)

New International Study Paves the Way for Better Understanding of Diagnostic Categories of Eating Disorders in Children



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