Dairy

Does Milk Really Make a Body Good? The Other Side of Story

Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., DACBN, MS, CFMP I have to wonder how the government dietary guidelines still recommends consuming three glasses of milk a day.  Where is there evidence? A 2020 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine by Walter C. Willett, M.D., Dr.P.H., and David S. Ludwig, M.D., Ph.D. reviewed over 100 top […]

Efficacy of Dietary Odd-Chain Saturated Fatty Acid Pentadecanoic Acid Parallels Broad Associated Health Benefits in Humans: Could It Be Essential?

Sci Rep. 2020 May 18;10(1):8161. doi: 10.1038/s41598-020-64960-y. Stephanie Venn-Watson 1 2, Richard Lumpkin 3, Edward A Dennis 4 PMID: 32424181 PMCID: PMC7235264 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-64960-y Free PMC article Abstract Dietary odd-chain saturated fatty acids (OCFAs) are present in trace levels in dairy fat and some fish and plants. Higher circulating concentrations of OCFAs, pentadecanoic acid (C15:0) […]

Full-fat dairy food intake is associated with a lower risk of incident diabetes among American Indians with low total dairy food intake

The Journal of Nutrition — Kummer K, et al. | April 25, 2019 In a cohort of American Indians from the Strong Heart Family Study, researchers investigated the risk of incident diabetes in relation to intake of full- and low-fat dairy foods. Study participants (n=1,623; 60.8% females) were free of diabetes at baseline (2001–2003) and […]

Whole-Fat or Nonfat Dairy? The Debate Continues

December 5, 2018 Rita Rubin, MA Article Information JAMA. Published online December 5, 2018. doi:10.1001/jama.2018.17692 It’s been 40 years since the federal government first recommended that everyone except young children opt for low-fat or nonfat dairy products over high-fat dairy products as part of an overall goal of reducing saturated fat intake and calories. A decade later, […]

Integrative Treatment for Colorectal Cancer: A Comprehensive Approach – Full Text

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine Vol. 24, No. 9-10 Invited Review Articles Free Access Keith I. Block, , Penny B. Block, , and Charlotte Gyllenhaal Published Online:24 Sep 2018https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2018.0125 Abstract A comprehensive approach to integrative treatment of colorectal cancer (CRC) patients involves three spheres of intervention: lifestyle, biology, and conventional treatment. Individualization of […]

Potatoes and cereals are health risk, while dairy is good for you, says new study

POTATOES and cereals increase the risk of heart disease while high fat dairy products cut the risk, according to a new study which rejects accepted wisdom on a healthy diet. By LUCY JOHNSTON PUBLISHED: 00:01, Sun, Oct 16, 2016 | UPDATED: 11:51, Sun, Oct 16, 2016 The research, which looked at dietary habits in 42 […]

MY APPROACH to Nutritional Therapy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

March 23, 2015 Written by David Rakel MD, FAAFP Overall, four questions can help guide nutritional therapy for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Question 1: What is the diet like? Some patients drink three pots of coffee a day or only eat pizza for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We don’t know if we don’t ask, and […]

Dairy products, calcium, and prostate cancer risk: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies

Dagfinn Aune Abstract Background: Dairy product and calcium intakes have been associated with increased prostate cancer risk, but whether specific dairy products or calcium sources are associated with risk is unclear. Objective: In the Continuous Update Project, we conducted a meta-analysis of prospective studies on intakes of dairy products and calcium and prostate cancer risk. […]

Health Concerns about Dairy Products

Many Americans, including some vegetarians, still consume substantial amounts of dairy products—and government policies still promote them—despite scientific evidence that questions their health benefits and indicates their potential health risks. Bone Health Calcium is an important mineral that helps to keep bones strong. Our bones are constantly remodeling, meaning the body takes small amounts of […]

5 Steps to Get Off Your Asthma Inhaler

By Elizabeth W. Boham, M.D., M.S., R.D. and Mark Hyman, M.D. According to the CDC, about one in every 12 people has asthma, and the numbers are increasing every year. Asthma is a condition in which a person’s airway swells and becomes inflamed, resulting in difficulty breathing, shortness of breath and cough. There are many […]

Calcium, Vitamin D, Dairy Products, and Mortality Among Survivors of Colorectal Cancer

Calcium, Vitamin D, Dairy Products, and Mortality Among Survivors of CRC Practice Update RESEARCH · June 23, 2014 Story Source TAKE-HOME MESSAGE Findings from the prospective CPS-II Nutrition cohort are presented, demonstrating that higher intake of calcium, vitamin D, and dairy products were all associated with lower incidence of colorectal cancer. Post-diagnosis, calcium and milk […]

Drinking Milk Might Slow Osteoarthritis Progression

Medscape Medical News Janis C. Kelly April 08, 2014 Regular consumption of milk was associated with slower progression of joint damage in women with osteoarthritis (OA), but regular consumption of cheese was associated with more joint damage, Bing Lu, MD, DrPH, and colleagues report in an article published online April 6 in Arthritis Care & Research. “Dietary factors […]

Yogurt and dairy product consumption to prevent cardiometabolic diseases: epidemiologic and experimental studies

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 04/03/2014  Clinical Article  Full Story PubMed Reference Journal Reference Astrup A – Dairy products contribute important nutrients to the diet, including energy, calcium, protein, and other micro– and macronutrients. However, dairy products can be high in saturated fats, and dietary guidelines generally recommend reducing the intake of saturated fatty acids (SFAs) to […]

High proportions of foods recommended for consumption by United States Dietary Guidance contain solid fats and added sugar

Results from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2007-2008) Nutrition Journal, 03/21/2014  Clinical Article Jahns L, et al. – The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) recommend that individuals age two years and older reduce intakes of solid fats (SoF) and added sugars (AS; together SoFAS). MyPlate, illustrates the proportions of five major food groups to […]

How to Cure Irritable Bowel Syndrome in a Few Days – VIDEO

by Mark Hyman, MD Full Story This week’s question is, “I have irritable bowel syndrome. What do I do about it? What causes it? How do I fix my leaky gut? Do I take drugs?” Irritable bowel syndrome is a huge problem that affects almost 50 million Americans or almost one of every six people. […]

Dairy Industry Wants To Expand Definition Of ‘Milk’

November 11, 2013 11:32 PM Full Story:  http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2013/11/11/dairy-industry-pushing-to-expand-definition-of-milk/ SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX 5) – Good old-fashioned milk – packed with protein, calcium and micronutrients – has landed in the middle of a food fight with sugary sodas, sports drinks, even bottled water. Overall, sales of milk are down a whopping 25 percent since 1975. The dairy […]

Mark Hyman, M.D. – House Call: Milk Is Dangerous for Your Health – Video

Published on Oct 28, 2013 If you believe the government, we should have three glasses of milk each day. Is there any evidence to support this recommendation? A recent study out of Harvard found a lack of data proving that eating dairy leads to better bones, weight loss, or improved health. The researchers found, instead, […]

Milk might NOT be good for you: Harvard scientist claims sweeteners added to cartons cancel out health benefits

Milk might NOT be good for you: Harvard scientist claims sweeteners added to cartons cancel out health benefits Low-fat chocolate milk does more harm than good Eating other calcium-rich foods is a more healthy substitute Some people may be able to eliminate milk from their diet By RYAN GORMAN PUBLISHED: 21:36 EST, 1 July 2013 […]

High-Fat Dairy May Increase Risk for Breast Cancer Death

The type of dairy product that women with breast cancer consume could be an important lifestyle choice.