Patients often turn first to ‘Dr. Google' Nov 22, 2009
Members trade tips on everything from diets to vaccinations. Her choice not to continue vaccinating her son was a decision made after extensive research online and offline, she said, and one not welcomed by doctors. (Montana Standard, MT)
Eli Sercarz, at 75; explored mechanisms of autoimmunity Nov 22, 2009
The spa, run by a Hungarian, Dr. Edmond Szekeley, offered a special diet of grapes and yogurt, along with walking exercises. Eli s mother, Aida, worked as a secretary in the spa in exchange for his board. (Boston Globe)
Recipes for Home-Made Cat Treats Nov 22, 2009
Avoid feeding too many high-carbohydrate foods, as a high-carb diet can cause a variety of health problems for cats. Use carbohydrate-rich treats sparingly, and feed a premium, daily. (Suite101.com)
Impossible to root against resilient Griffin Nov 22, 2009
He's going to spend six weeks in the lead-up to the fight talking smack, then he's going to show up, feed his opponent a steady diet of takedowns and ground-and-pound; and if he loses, we'll get to hear all about the injuries he fought through that -- it's at least implied -- cost him the fight. It would be monotonous if only it weren't so much fun. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Help available for people living with diabetes Nov 22, 2009
"An overall diabetes treatment plan includes diet, exercise and diabetes medications, which may include insulin. Insulin can be a powerful tool to help manage blood sugar levels. For patients starting on insulin, the first months of therapy are critical for learning about how to take their insulin and working with their treating health care provider to determine the dose that is right for them," says Burmester. "The CDE HELP team is designed to provide extra support for people with diabetes... (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 22, 2009
With dishes like these, it's easy blow your diet not just for the day but for the whole week ... "With dishes like these, it's easy blow your diet not just for the day but for the whole week," Mrs Wootan said. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
As Oprah heads to cable, willher golden touch go with her? Nov 21, 2009
And when Oprah went on the Optifast diet, so did Moulton. And just like Oprah, she gained the weight back. (Boston Globe)
Salt central to a healthy Mediterranean diet Nov 21, 2009
Published: Monday, September 28, 2009 1:00 AM EDT (ARA) - In the diet craze that has captured our attention over the last four decades, the one plan that stands out from the rest is the Mediterranean Diet. Since the Mediterranean embraces more than 20 countries, each with its own cuisine, the diet is really a fusion of the many foods consumed by the nations bordering the sea ... Olive oil is the anchor of the Mediterranean diet. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
What kind of strength work won't aggravate rotator cuff issue? Nov 21, 2009
Send us your questions about general health topics, diet and fitness and mental health. If your question is chosen, it could be featured on CNN.com's health page with an answer from one of our health experts, or by a participant in the CNNhealth community. (CNN -- Health)
Two men reflect national divide over health reform Nov 21, 2009
With a smile, Walker continues: "I get lots of grief from my wife about it -- that we don't have health care.'' Humor aide, it is for Stanley Walker both a business decision and a huge personal risk. He has diabetes, and takes just half of his four pills a day prescription because he can't afford the $500 a month bill for the full dose. He knows the risks, and tries to watch his diet and closely monitor his blood pressure. "I work by myself a lot, and I am always moving all the time. I don't... (CNN -- Health)
Should Children Undergo Surgery Without a Long Period of Fasting After Feeding? Nov 21, 2009
20, 2009) Blood glucose levels in a lot of patients fed normal liquid food (NLF) and a high calorie diet (HCD) were high ... The routine use of perioperative oral dietary supplements in patients about to undergo gastrointestinal surgery confers no clinical or functional benefit. (Science Daily)
Nutrients, fats, sugars and more - it's all on the food label Nov 21, 2009
"It can be very confusing to try and compare food products on the shelf," says Dr. Idamarie Laquatra, a registered dietitian and director of Global Nutrition at Heinz ... com/health--wellness/focus-foods/dietary-preferences ... Just a little time spent looking at labels at the supermarket can make a huge difference in your diet. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
How Fish Is Cooked Affects Heart-Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids Nov 21, 2009
In this study, researchers examined the source, type, amount and frequency of dietary omega-3 ingestion among gender and ethnic groups ... "Clearly, we are seeing that the higher the dietary omega-3 intake, the lower the risk of dying from heart disease among men," Meng said ... The study didn't consider possible dietary changes over time; subjects who were diagnosed with heart disease after their baseline food intake surveys might have modified their eating habits. (Science Daily)
Let Them Eat Snail: Nutritional Giant Snails Could Address Malnutrition Nov 21, 2009
20, 2009) A nutritionist in Nigeria says that malnutrition and iron deficiency in schoolchildren could be reduced in her country by baking up snail pie. In a research paper to be published in the International Journal of Food Safety, Nutrition and Public Health, she explains snail is not only cheaper and more readily available than beef but contains more protein. (Science Daily)
Dog Survives In Wilderness For 3 Months Nov 21, 2009
"They said she had a diet of mainly grasses and roots and bugs or whatever she could scavenge (and she's a foo foo dog). The Humane Society said it was so unusual for a little dog to be able to survive for three months. But somehow she did it," Kathy Dunbar said. "I can't believe it. I cried because I was sad, now I cry because I'm happy.". (W-USA News, DC)
Moderate Drinking Guards the Heart Nov 21, 2009
"But it is comforting, showing that even if you live in a Mediterranean country and eat the different diet there, moderate drinking puts you at a much lower risk of heart disease.". The report showing that the source of alcohol made no difference does help puncture one explanation for what has come to be called the "French paradox," the low level of heart disease seen in that country despite consumption of what Americans would describe as an unhealthy, fat-rich diet, Rimm said. (MEDLINEplus)
Low-Carb, High-Carb Diet Both Help Keep Weight off Nov 21, 2009
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Low-carb and high-carb diets work equally well for maintaining weight loss, Australian researchers report. People had the same success in keeping off the weight they'd lost after sharply cutting their calorie intake for 3 months if they followed a low-carb (also called high-protein) diet or a high-carbohydrate regimen for the following year, Dr. Elizabeth A. Delbridge of the Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital in Victoria and her colleagues found ... Some studies have... (MEDLINEplus)
Diet, Cognitive Ability May Play Role in Heart Disease Nov 21, 2009
Researchers at the Drexel University School of Public Health in Philadelphia analyzed diet and cognitive data on 4,879 people (3,101 women and 1,778 men), age 70 and older, who took part in the U.S. Longitudinal Study of Aging. The participants were followed for an average of seven years. (MEDLINEplus)
Eat juicy, crunchy treats to be smarter Nov 21, 2009
For example, in one study of older adults with mild dementia, the subjects performed better on memory tests after grape juice was added to their diets. So sprinkle some nuts and berries on your breakfast cereal, serve it with a side of grape juice, and let brain-boost begin. (India Times, India)
Kick the butt for a fab figure! Nov 21, 2009
The finding disproves current clinical guidelines that trying to diet and quit smoking at the same time will sabotage efforts to ditch cigarettes. "Women who smoke often feel caught between a rock and hard place, because they are concerned about their health but also concerned about their appearance," lead author Bonnie Spring said, adding "now they don't have to choose between the two.". (India Times, India)
Flying foxes sanctuary in Jharkhand Nov 21, 2009
The island has several fruit-bearing trees of the ficus family like figs -- a staple diet of the giant fruit bats. The dense greenery of the park, home to fruit-laden trees like papayas and mangoes, also ensure ample food for the bats. (India Times)
Abbott's diet drug's risks have FDA's attention Nov 21, 2009
Abbott's diet drug's risks have FDA's attention. Nov. 20, 2009. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Heavy students at Pa. college must pass fitness class Nov 21, 2009
Diet and fitness videos ... Also, students need more than exercise, said Marcia Costello, a registered dietitian in the Philadelphia area. (MSNBC -- Health)
* World News Quick Take Nov 21, 2009
Defense Ministry chief doctor Colonel Sergiu Vasislita says about 25g of onions and 15g of garlic will be added to each soldiers daily diet. That roughly corresponds to a small onion and a couple of garlic cloves. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Patients often turn first to ‘Dr. Google' Nov 21, 2009
Members trade tips on everything from diets to vaccinations. Her choice not to continue vaccinating her son was a decision made after extensive research online and offline, she said, and one not welcomed by doctors. (Montana Standard, MT)
Wearing pedometer can be a big step in weight-loss battle Nov 21, 2009
"You can diet like mad, exercise like mad all day long, and tomorrow morning, it's unlikely you would have made a significant difference" in your weight, she said ... It's important to keep your results in a log or diary, as anyone who has tried to stick to a diet can attest. (Montana Standard, MT)
Drink Without Gaining Weight Nov 21, 2009
Drinking is so commonplace in our society that it is the one thing many dieters struggle with the most ... We already know that drinking too much alcohol is detrimental to your health and your waistline, and many dietitians and personal trainers would suggest cutting it out of your diet completely while doing any weight-loss program ... Now you can see how cutting out alcohol from your diet is recommended so frequently for those who want to slim down. (Fox News)
High-Carb or Low-Carb? Both Keep the Weight Off Nov 21, 2009
Low-carb and high-carb diets work equally well for maintaining weight loss, Australian researchers report ... Some studies have suggested that high-protein diets may be a more effective way to lose weight short-term than high-carbohydrate diets, the researchers' report said ... But there's less evidence on which approach might be better for helping people to keep off weight they've lost and whether the two diets have different effects on heart health. (Newsmax)
News Stories Nov 21, 2009
Diet and Nutrition Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 21, 2009
With dishes like these, it's easy blow your diet not just for the day but for the whole week ... "With dishes like these, it's easy blow your diet not just for the day but for the whole week," Mrs Wootan said. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Nov 21, 2009
Women Lost Slightly More, Had No Ill Effects From Very Low-Carb Diet ... A year-long, head-to-head study of four widely used diets found that overweight women who followed the very low-carbohydrate Atkins diet had no adverse health effects and lost slightly more weight than women on the other three ... The latest findings add to a growing body of evidence that the high-protein Atkins diet does not cause the harmful heart and artery effects long feared by many researchers. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Vitamins 'could shorten lifespan' Nov 21, 2009
But nutritionists said it reinforced the need to eat a balanced diet, rather than relying on supplements ... More recent theories suggest that certain vitamins consumed as part of a healthy diet - and perhaps taken in supplement form - may be able to prevent damage to the body's tissues called 'oxidative stress' by eliminating the molecules called 'free radicals' which are said to cause it ... We already know that taking supplements isn't in any way a replacement for a good balanced diet. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Mummy's curse is not what you think Nov 21, 2009
One theory about the incidence of heart disease in Egypt's ancient upper class is that their diets were rich in meat from cattle, ducks and geese that had been heavily salted for preservation. Even if we can't live like the pharaohs, we apparently eat like them. (Montana Standard, MT)
Holy Basil or "Tulsi" Prevents Infe... Nov 21, 2009
The biologically active compounds in Tulsi that acts directly or in synergy with other substances diet, or the body's own immune system are as follows. Ascorbic Acid or Vitamin C - anti-inflammatory, anti-viral. (Suite101.com)
Opening the Screening Door Nov 21, 2009
Lectures about diet and exercise. I agree we need a discussion of what these things are and whether they're effective. (Slate)
Insulin Resistance Stops Superoxide... Nov 21, 2009
Diabetes caused by diet, inflammation, metabolic syndrome, pregnancy or polycystic ovary syndrome results in increased mitochondrial superoxide. has shown that in each case the treatments result in an increase in mitochondrial superoxide. (Suite101.com)
The Young Pro Nov 21, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Greater Plymouth Food Warehouses fresh produce program produces believers Nov 21, 2009
Head Start Nutrition Manager Michelle Curley reported that child obesity has decreased from 22 percent of the 55 students at the Silver Lake Head Start to 16 percent through the new fresh food diet as well as an hour of playtime every day. Teachers also cook breakfast with their students and teach them table manners and healthy food options with colorful plates, and they have themed meals based on colors, numbers and letters. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
The Parenting Place Nov 21, 2009
It gave a list of dates per month as the best days of when to cut hair, buy a home, quit smoking, diet, wean, and of course potty train. " cm wrote on Aug 14, 2009 11:47 AM:" OLB: the start of YOU learning GIRLS control the bathroom, I hope you have second bathroom or think about adding if you dont, for when she hits her teen years. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Is There a Palin Doctrine? Nov 21, 2009
She tells us she did -- butshe shows us she did not, defensively pushing back on Schmidt for being undercutting and cranky (she later criticizes his diet and describes him, delightfully, as slumping like a "pile of laundry"). She provides no description of any answers she gave to his questions, which I doubt were always so historical in nature. (Slate)
Terri’s big day Nov 21, 2009
I m over here in my office yelling and fussing when the computer crashes and, at times, even when it doesn t and there s Terri, taking a swig of a diet Dr. Pepper and raising an eyebrow at me through the office window. I ll feel guilty about the blue streak that emanated from my office, and she ll remind me that she s heard it all before and said most of them, too. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Causes for Obesity in Childhood Nov 21, 2009
Many researchers and doctors believe that a number of causes for obesity in children has to do with the diets of children. Many children are constantly snacking on high sugar foods and drinks that have absolutely no nutritional value. (Suite101.com)
Winfrey Announces Show's End in 2011 Nov 21, 2009
Community show: Diet your ass away: Oprah shows you different ways on how she did it. by 30127cnet November 20, 2009 1:58 PM EST. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
This snake is really long Nov 21, 2009
Diet: Large rodents and other mammals. On display: Part of a new reptile display opening in late May or early June. (Yahoo News -- FYI)
Eating Disorders and Their Effect on Teens Nov 21, 2009
Anorexia Nervosa: More commonly referred to as anorexia, this disorder restricts food intake by dieting, fasting or excessive exercise. People with anorexia have a fear of weight gain and try to eat as few calories as possible. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Rick Badie's Gwinnett: Bologna can’t feed folks in a crisis Nov 21, 2009
My guess is that some of the people who visited Thursday have made fried bologna, or some version of the low-value meat, a diet staple in these hard times. On Nov. 6, President Barack Obama signed the unemployment extension legislation. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Elisabeth Hasselbeck on 'Hannity' Nov 21, 2009
HANNITY: And we're now happy to be joined by the author of "The G Free Diet: A Gluten-Free Survival Guide." She is the Emmy Award-winning host of ABC's "The View," the one and only, Elisabeth Hasselbeck ... HANNITY: And we continue now with Elisabeth Hasselbeck from "The View," also the author of the "G Free Diet: A Gluten Free Survival Diet.". (Fox News)
SIRIUS XM to Broadcast 'Doctor Radio Reports: What Every Woman Needs To Know About Mammograms' Nov 21, 2009
Doctor Radio features live, call-in shows hosted by leading NYU Langone Medical Center doctors from a vast array of fields including: child psychology; sexual health; plastic surgery; emergency room medicine; cancer; heart health; women's health; dermatology; pediatrics; men's health; diet and nutrition; sports medicine; psychiatry; and more. For sample audio clips and a complete programming lineup visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Dane County deputy loses weight, inspires others Nov 21, 2009
He quit smoking and watched calories, too, though not on any specific diet. In January 2008, Herrem, who then weighed 306 pounds, joined his wife, Katie Herrem, in a "biggest loser" competition against two other couples. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Fight age, go on a diet Nov 20, 2009
How does going on a diet help fight ageing. Scientists have found some anti-ageing molecules that get activated by a low calorie diet ... Charles Mobbs, professor of neuro-science and geriatrics at Mount Sinai School of Medicine (MSSM), and colleagues unravelled a molecular conundrum to determine that in certain conditions, a lower-calorie diet slows the development of some age-related conditions such as Alzheimer's disease. (India Times, India)
Tacoma Judge Who Paid Prostitute Receives No Jail Time Nov 20, 2009
"Please, please I'm begging you to allow me to go home with my family with what little dignity I have left, he said.He went on to say, I am a broken man who is living a horrible, horrible lie and I don't know how to say it another way than I want to scream.Hes referring to what he claims was a plot to set him up after he was elected as a judge in Pierce County Superior Court in August 2008. It was after he was elected judge, that Hecht threatened to kill a male prostitute that was talking... (KIRO TV, WA)
The Parenting Place Nov 20, 2009
It gave a list of dates per month as the best days of when to cut hair, buy a home, quit smoking, diet, wean, and of course potty train. " cm wrote on Aug 14, 2009 11:47 AM:" OLB: the start of YOU learning GIRLS control the bathroom, I hope you have second bathroom or think about adding if you dont, for when she hits her teen years. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Local residents Lose for Good Nov 20, 2009
In the past she had tried to do it alone or by whatever diet book or fad was out at the time, but she found for her, group support was absolutely essential. Merenda said life experiences sometimes lead to eating through issues, however having group support allowed her the chance to look at the problem, talk about it and go from there. (Malden Observer, MA)
why Bad Cripple hates going to Catholic churches and health-food stores Nov 20, 2009
Unfortunately, a lot of the business health food shops do is in quackery - so-called superfoods and fad diets, books and other merchandise from discredited "nutritionists" like Patrick Holford, so it's not surprising that they should be popular with, or even staffed with, people sold on one sort of quackery or another ... is by a woman who has retinitis pigmentosa and is going blind, and some woman tried to sell her the Gerson treatment, some sort of radical juice-only detox diet. (Harper's Magazine)
Eliot mother wants to be 'Biggest Loser' Nov 20, 2009
" After years of failed exercise attempts and no-win dieting, this 30-year-old, 5-foot-7-inch, 273-pound woman is ready to do something about it. And she's hoping everyone in her community, those in her hometown of Newmarket, N.H., and everyone in the greater Seacoast will help her as she works toward becoming a contestant in Season 10 of NBC-TV's "The Biggest Loser. ""I just feel that's the only way I'm going to do it," said Boyle.Last July, she sent the producer a 14-minute videotape. She was... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
UN: Millions of children stunted Nov 20, 2009
"Economic development is generally good news for nutrition and for human development," Timmer told CNN. "But what children and mothers eat is not driven by economic indicators, but also by diet preferences, what's available and what's culturally trendy.". Timmer said food choice is a particular problem in the Middle East. (CNN -- International)
Medicine ball Nov 20, 2009
With an eye toward helping future athletes through his current studies, Murphy tracks the groundbreaking work of two Harvard professors in particular: Richard Wrangham, who examines diet and nutrition in teaching biological anthropology; and Daniel Lieberman, who teaches human evolutionary biology and has delved into the possible benefits of athletes training barefoot. Murphy has applied to 18 medical schools from North Carolina to the Pacific Northwest. (Boston Globe)
New fossils reveal a world full of crocodiles Nov 20, 2009
"Each of the crocs apparently had different diets, different behaviors. It appears they had divided up the ecosystem, each species taking advantage of it in its own way.". Larsson and Paul Sereno of the University of Chicago, funded by National Geographic, studied the jaws, teeth and what few bones they had of the crocodiles. (Scientific American)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Nov 20, 2009
Women Lost Slightly More, Had No Ill Effects From Very Low-Carb Diet ... A year-long, head-to-head study of four widely used diets found that overweight women who followed the very low-carbohydrate Atkins diet had no adverse health effects and lost slightly more weight than women on the other three ... The latest findings add to a growing body of evidence that the high-protein Atkins diet does not cause the harmful heart and artery effects long feared by many researchers. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Vitamins 'could shorten lifespan' Nov 20, 2009
But nutritionists said it reinforced the need to eat a balanced diet, rather than relying on supplements ... More recent theories suggest that certain vitamins consumed as part of a healthy diet - and perhaps taken in supplement form - may be able to prevent damage to the body's tissues called 'oxidative stress' by eliminating the molecules called 'free radicals' which are said to cause it ... We already know that taking supplements isn't in any way a replacement for a good balanced diet. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 20, 2009
With dishes like these, it's easy blow your diet not just for the day but for the whole week ... "With dishes like these, it's easy blow your diet not just for the day but for the whole week," Mrs Wootan said. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
News Stories Nov 20, 2009
Diet and Nutrition Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Cable Exclusive Nov 20, 2009
And don't forget her book "The G-Free Diet". You can buy HERE Oh. (Fox News)
The costs of poverty Nov 20, 2009
Probably about the same diet of hard news as we have right now. Now I m older and figured, what the heck, having a little fun reporting on a car shaped like a giant hotdog might make the hard news diet a little more palatable. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Work before glory Nov 20, 2009
"You would think the best part of doing a triathlon is the finish line. For me, it was everything that led up to it the training, the dieting, the commitment," he said. "The finish line is just a gateway to the next race.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
