Ghana Veterinary Medical Association holds annual meeting Nov 7, 2009
Tamale, Nov. 6, GNA - The Ghana Veterinary Medical Association on Thursday held its 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Tamale in the Northern Region, with a called on government to help revamp the collapsing livestock industry, to increase the protein diet of Ghanaians and give employment to people. Dr. Tia Sugri Alfred, Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture, commended the veterinary doctors for helping to eradicate animal diseases including the deadly cattle disease, Rindepest since 2005. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Normal Blood Sugar Meter Levels for... Nov 1, 2009
On the other hand, blood sugar control is a lot easier if the amount of carbs is limited to 20 grams, which requires a strict low carb, high protein diet. If you measure blood sugar levels hourly after a meal, the data you get allows you to determine whether that meal is harmful to your body as a diabetic. (Suite101.com)
Meet Buddy -- he's one unlucky and lucky pup Oct 24, 2009
His vegetable protein diet --$70 for 24 cans and $70 for a 20-pound bag of dry food -- would not be a problem. "Buddy is a riot. He is so full of energy, and he loves everybody," Mrs. Pfendner said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
All about Yo-Yo dieting! Oct 21, 2009
Affects the arteries A high protein diet encourages consumption of animal proteins that are high in saturated fats and cholesterol, and clog the arteries ... A low carb-high protein diet, increases chances of developing osteoporosis ... But a high protein diet forces the body to switch over to fat as the main source of energy. (India Times, India)
High Protein Diet Shrinks Brain? Oct 21, 2009
Alzheimer's Researchers Find High Protein Diet Shrinks Brain ... Alzheimer's Researchers Find High Protein Diet Shrinks Brain ... Although the researchers were focused on triggers for brain plaque formation, they also found that, unexpectedly, a high protein diet apparently led to a smaller brain. (Science Daily)
* World News Quick Take Oct 10, 2009
To prepare, Johnston has been hitting the gym with a competitive bodybuilder, and is on a low-carb, high protein diet. MEXICO Weed hidden in bananas. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hold the mayo? Not when it comes to astute pilots Oct 7, 2009
One typical meal was thin crusted extra meat and cheese pizza for the fat diet, a thin crusted chicken supreme pizza for the carbohydrate diet, and a grilled chicken breast with mixed salad greens, fat-free salad dressing and fat-free shredded cheese for the protein diet. The study used a flight simulator that required students to descend in cloudy weather when the runway wasn't visible and using only the plane's computers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
'Anti-Atkins' Low Protein Diet Extends Lifespan In Flies Oct 3, 2009
Anti-Atkins' Low Protein Diet Extends Lifespan In Flies ... Anti-Atkins' Low Protein Diet Extends Lifespan In Flies ... 2, 2009) Flies fed an "anti-Atkins" low protein diet live longer because their mitochondria function better. (Science Daily)
Low protein diet help boost longevity Oct 2, 2009
Flies fed an "anti-Atkins" low protein diet live longer, courtesy their better-functioning mitochondria, says a new study ... The researchers report the unexpected finding that while there is a reduction in protein synthesis globally with the low protein diet, the activity of specific genes involved in generating energy in the mitochondria are increased, Kapahi said ... Flies fed a low protein diet showed an uptick in activity of d4EBP, which is involved in a signaling pathway that mediates cell... (India Times, India)
Health news: A cure for Aids? Sep 23, 2009
Small farmers were also being encouraged to grow vegetable gardens around their fish ponds to supplement their protein diet. Sapa Digg. (iAfrica.com)
‘Cheap food' article uses production agriculture as easy target (11) Sep 14, 2009
This article talks about the American addiction to meat that has contributed to an obesity epidemic currently afflicting more than two-thirds of the population, but it doesn't mention the high protein diets focused on meat that were considered healthy just a few years ago. It also doesn't mention how much time people spend in front of computers or watching television, or other activities that burn almost no calories. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Low-carb diet linked to plaque buildup Aug 31, 2009
The mice were fed standard high-carb mouse chow, a typical Western diet with moderate amounts of carbs and protein, and a low carb-high protein diet. After 12 weeks, mice on the low carb-high protein diet gained weight, but less than the other mice ... There were no differences in cholesterol levels among the mice, but the mice on the low carb-high protein diet accumulated more plaque in their coronary arteries, called atherosclerosis, than mice on the other two diets. (Boston Globe)
How to Care For a Great Dane Aug 21, 2009
They require a lower protein diet than most breeds and should not be fed puppy food unless it is specifically formulated for them. Studies have shown that smaller meals will greatly reduce the risk of Bloat in adults. (Suite101.com)
Can Indoor Cats Be Happy? Jul 29, 2009
Because they re carnivorous, cats do require a high protein diet, but premium cat foods that have meat as their first ingredient can provide this without the risk of picking up diseases from the carcases of infected rodents and birds. Cats do need to engage in hunting behaviours, but the urge to stalk and pounce is separate from the huger drive. (Suite101.com)
Are We What Our Mothers Ate? Jul 23, 2009
Low Protein Diet May Lead to "Jumpy" Offspring. Low protein levels in female mice during the first few moments of conception, when the egg is still dividing, caused abnormal growth, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and jumpy behavior in their offspring. (Science Daily)
You Are What Your Mom Ate Jul 23, 2009
Again looking at mice, a researcher found that mothers with low protein diets also had babies with abnormal growth, cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure. Though valuable, animal studies do not always translate directly to results in people. (KIRO TV, WA)
realbuzz.com Top 10 Diets Jul 15, 2009
The general ethos of this diet is a high protein diet, leaving out starchy and carbohydrate focused foods. Overall recommendations for this diet are completely different from the recommendations from registered dieticians for healthy weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. (PR Newswire)
Component Of Vegetable Protein May Be Linked To Lower Blood Pressure Jul 8, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 7, 2009) Consuming an amino acid commonly found in vegetable protein may be associated with lower blood pressure, researchers report in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association. Researchers found that a 4. (Science Daily)
'Eco-Atkins' Diet Sheds More Than Pounds Jun 16, 2009
"Dr. Atkins challenged nutritional wisdom by suggesting high-fat, high-protein diets would be better than more frugal low-saturated-fat and low-cholesterol diets on which we've normally based therapeutic models for the treatment of cardiovascular disease," explained Jenkins, who is Canada research chair in nutrition and metabolism at the University of Toronto and St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto ... Forty-four men and women who were overweight and had high cholesterol were assigned to a... (MEDLINEplus)
Protein problem May 31, 2009
She has a rare metabolic condition called methylmalonic acidemia (MMA) and has to be fed a low protein diet, or her body becomes blocked up with toxins and poisoned ... Luckily the doctors were able to quickly diagnose Lara's condition and she was put onto a low-protein diet and given vitamin supplements and a detoxifier to neutralise the high levels of acid in her body. (BBC News -- UK)
Maxx Cook: enjoying life May 9, 2009
"But my girlfriend is really understanding of it and before this drug we would go to a place where the group knew that I could eat. They changed their ways so I could eat." Cook is careful to point out that KUVAN isn't FDA approved to change the diet of someone with PKU. "I kept my diet the same, which was a low protein diet, and the levels were staying between a two and a three, maybe sometimes a 1.5 range," said Cook. After talking with his doctor again, Cook agreed to attempt an increase in... (Lone Tree Reporter, IA)
GPs missing anorexia in children Apr 20, 2009
"Once these boys get older, they learn about protein diets, specific gym programs and steroids. They still have body dysmorphia but they fall through the cracks because they are no longer suffering malnutrition.". He said the number of cases among both genders was expected to rise unless there was a change in the media's obsession with fat and weight. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Skin Allergies in Dogs Apr 2, 2009
Another alternative to novel protein diets are hydrolyzed diets. Hydrolyzed diets contain proteins which have been broken into very small pieces in the manufacturing process for the food. (Suite101.com)
Diet Rich In Calcium Aids Weight Loss In People With Calcium Deficient Diets Mar 20, 2009
11, 2005) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists first compared high-meat protein diets with low-meat protein diets. Now, they've compared animal-protein diets with vegetable-protein diets. (Science Daily)
Moderate-Protein Diet May Beat High-Carb Diet Mar 20, 2009
"One of the problems with moderate protein diets is that people bring old diet concepts to their approach," Layman said. For example, he said, the concept of eating "lots of small meals" throughout the day works when the diet is high-carb, low-fat because people are hungry more often -- but it's a bad idea with a moderate-protein diet. (MEDLINEplus)
Eat Right on the Road Mar 19, 2009
She adds that a high protein diet helps keep our blood sugar more stable, which in turn helps reduce our appetite for sweets. Among Berkowitz s favorite easy-to-pack high-protein snacks are low-fat cheese, beef and turkey jerky, hard-boiled eggs, and natural peanut butter on whole-grain bread. (Fox News)
Is one diet as good as another? U of I study says no and tells you why Mar 5, 2009
Although both plans were equal in calories, half the group followed a moderate-protein diet (40% carbohydrates, 30% protein, 30% fat) while the other followed a diet based on USDA's food-guide pyramid (55% carbohydrates, 15% protein, 15% fat) ... At 12 months, the moderate-protein dieters had lost 38 percent more body fat ... But the moderate-protein diet had by far the bigger effect on lowering triglycerides, and that lasted as long as individuals remained on the diet, he said. (EurekAlert!)
Low-carb? Low-fat? Study finds calories count more Feb 28, 2009
Mayer was assigned to a low-fat, high-protein diet with 1,400 calories a day ... But sticking to an 1,800-calorie high-fat, average protein diet meant no longer eating an entire T-bone steak for dinner. (Yahoo News)
Don't just count carbs, look for quality in them Feb 27, 2009
I am glad that the low- carbohydrate, high protein diet days are over and that people stopped eating a pound of bacon and half a dozen eggs in order to follow the Atkins diet. We ve emerged from those days with a better understanding of the role of carbohydrates in our diets. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Calories, not type of diet, count most in weight-loss study Feb 26, 2009
In the first group, participants ate a low-fat, average protein diet with 20 percent of calories from fat, 15 percent from protein and the rest from carbohydrates. The second group ate a low-fat, high-protein diet with 25 percent of calories from protein ... The third group ate a high-fat, average protein diet with 40 percent of calories from fat. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Delhi: Rare liver surgeries on kids Feb 20, 2009
"Shourya will now be able to tolerate normal protein diet. In the case of Siya, she will be on low dose chemotherapy for another six months to ensure that LCH does not recur in the new liver. Relapse rate is 10%-20%," Dr Mohan added. Text. (India Times, India)
Diligence needed for vegan kids Feb 11, 2009
Children who want to be vegetarians need to "fill in the blanks" of their low- protein diets by eating alternatives to red meat, fish and poultry, experts say. Good examples are soybeans, fortified soy milk and nuts. (Montana Standard, MT)
