Tay J Diabetes Care. 2014 Jul 28. pii: DC_140845. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract OBJECTIVE: To comprehensively compare the effects of a very low carbohydrate, high unsaturated/low saturated fat diet (LC) to a high-unrefined carbohydrate, low fat diet (HC) on glycemic control and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors in type 2 diabetes (T2DM). RESEARCH DESIGN […]
MedPageToday Published: Jul 28, 2014 | Updated: Jul 28, 2014 By Kristina Fiore, Staff Writer, MedPage Today Action Points Note that a position statement from the American Society of Nutrition has sparked controversy due to its stance that processed foods are an integral part of the American diet. Be aware that the primary issue seems […]
Jenni Laidman June 27, 2014 A gluten-free diet was associated with improved cognitive performance that correlated with mucosal healing in a small pilot study of patients with celiac disease published online May 28 and in the July issue of Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics. Irene T. Lichtwark, PhD student, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia, and colleagues […]
Practice Update Sarah L Chamlin MD July 23, 2014–Several topics related to pediatric hair loss were discussed at the 40th Annual Meeting of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology, held in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, July 9th through the 12th, 2014. Sheila Fallon Friedlander, MD, from the University of California, San Diego, and colleagues presented a poster […]
– Among the most popular diet programs and drugs, Weight Watchers trims the most bulge for the buck, according to a new cost-effectiveness analysis. by Kristina Fiore, Staff Writer, MedPage Today July 23, 2014 Among the most popular diet programs and drugs, Weight Watchers trims the most bulge for the buck, according to a new cost-effectiveness […]
Am J Clin Nutr. 2014 Jul 23. pii: ajcn.082602. [Epub ahead of print] Cardiovascular disease and vitamin D supplementation: trial analysis, systematic review, and meta-analysis. Ford JA1, MacLennan GS1, Avenell A1, Bolland M1, Grey A1, Witham M1; for the RECORD Trial Group. Abstract BACKGROUND: Low 25-hydroxyvitamin D status has been associated with increased cardiovascular events […]
Story Source BY JOHN UPTON • July 22, 2014 • 10:51 AM Reduced carb intake among mice protected them from colon cancer. • Colorectal cancer is a scourge of modern times, killing 50,000 Americans every year. It’s responsible for a heavier death toll than any other cancer besides lung cancer and, when it comes to women, breast cancer. And […]
Heartwire Probiotics Benefit Blood Pressure in Meta-Analysis Michael O’Riordan July 21, 2014 QUEENSLAND, NEW ZEALAND – Consumption of probiotics—the live bacteria found in yogurt, kefir, miso soup, and sauerkraut, among other foods—can lower blood pressure to a modest degree, according to the results of a new meta-analysis [1]. The reductions in systolic and diastolic blood […]
C. Annweiler Article first published online: 18 JUL 2014 DOI: 10.1111/joim.12279 © 2014 The Association for the Publication of the Journal of Internal Medicine Journal Abstract Full Text PDF Full Text HTML Abstract Background Hypovitaminosis D, a condition that is highly prevalent in older adults aged 65 years and above, is associated with brain changes […]
Stop Hardening of the Arteries with this Fruit Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., D.A.C.B.N., M.S. What if there was a fruit that protected you from hardening of the arteries and even if eating a high fat diet was shown to reduce plaque build-up in your arteries. Well there is such a fruit and it is the […]
Date: July 17, 2014 Source: Cell Press Summary: Colorectal cancer has been linked to carbohydrate-rich western diets, but the underlying mechanisms have been unclear. A new study shows that gut microbes metabolize carbohydrates in the diet, causing intestinal cells to proliferate and form tumors in mice that are genetically predisposed to colorectal cancer. Treatment with […]
Effects of Extended-Release Niacin with Laropiprant in High-Risk Patients The HPS2-THRIVE Collaborative Group N Engl J Med 2014; 371:203-212 July 17, 2014DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa1300955 BACKGROUND Patients with evidence of vascular disease are at increased risk for subsequent vascular events despite effective use of statins to lower the low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol level. Niacin lowers the LDL cholesterol […]
RESEARCH · July 01, 2014 TAKE-HOME MESSAGE In this randomized, crossover, controlled feeding study, 30 adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) consumed a low-fat control diet with low-fat/high-carbohydrate snacks and a moderate-fat diet containing pistachios (20% of total energy) for 4 weeks each, separated by a 2-week washout. A diet containing pistachios significantly reduced […]
Authority Nutrition – An Evidence-Based Approach By Kris Gunnars Story Source Eggs are among the few foods that I would classify as “superfoods.” They are loaded with nutrients, some of which are rare in the modern diet. Here are 10 health benefits of eggs that have been confirmed in human studies. 1. Eggs Are […]
DrPerlmutter.com As I have discussed on many occasions in this forum, the process of inflammation is a cornerstone of virtually any degenerative condition in the human experience. This includes diseases like cancer, diabetes, coronary artery disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, arthritis, and so many more. So it’s really important that we take a step […]
Medscape.com More Bad Booze News: Even Moderate Drinking Linked With AF Michael O’Riordan July 14, 2014 STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN — Drinking alcohol, even light to moderate consumption, appears to be associated with an increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation, according to a new analysis[1]. Among individuals who drank between 15 and 21 drinks per week and […]
Higher antioxidant and lower cadmium concentrations and lower incidence of pesticide residues in organically grown crops: a systematic literature review and meta-analyses Marcin Baranski Published in the British Journal of Nutrition (available free of charge) on July 15, 2014 Abstract Demand for organic foods is partially driven by consumers’ perceptions that they are more nutritious. […]
NPR.org by ALLISON AUBREY July 14, 2014 3:27 AM ET Stress-Busting Foods Eggs Dark, leafy greens like kale or Swiss chard Pumpkin seeds Fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like sardines, salmon or canned tuna Flaxseed Dark chocolate Eat more when you’re stressed? You’re not alone. More than a third of the participants in anational […]
A predictive equation to guide vitamin D replacement dose in patients – Full Text Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine, 07/10/2014 Exclusive Author Commentary Review Article Singh G, et al. – The recommended daily allowance for vitamin D is grossly inadequate for correcting low serum concentrations of 25–hydroxyvitamin D in many adult patients. […]
Effects of Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on Heart Function and Oxidative Stress Biomarkers in Pediatric Patients with Dilated Cardiomyopathy Omidreza Firuzi International Cardivascular Research Journal. 2013 March; 7(1): 8-14. Abstract Objectives: Dilated cardiomyopathy is the most prevalent type of cardiomyopathy in children, which results in congestive heart failure and causes significant morbidity and mortality. This […]