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Don't Depend on Restaurant 'Diet' Menus

Posted: Thursday, May 29, 2008

Independent Testing Showed Far More Calories and Fat Than Advertised in Many Meals

AACE: Red Wine Could Benefit Patients With Diabetes

Posted: Thursday, May 29, 2008

New research suggests that resveratrol, a chemical commonly found in red wine, has the ability to lower blood-sugar levels, but it might also produce certain unpleasant adverse effects.

New Ultrasound Technique Better Detects Prostate Cancer

Posted: Monday, May 26, 2008

With the help of a new ultrasound technique, the number of unnecessary prostate biopsies may be greatly reduced, according to Jefferson University Hospital researchers. Lower numbers of men with undetected prostate cancer should occur as well.

New Food Body Clock Found, Might Cure Jet Lag

Posted: Monday, May 26, 2008

Researchers have recently uncovered the existence of a "food-related" body clock. This finding provides a potential explanation for how animals adapt under extreme conditions, and how humans might be able to adjust their schedules when their primary body clock is disrupted, such as with jet lag.

Simple Blood Test Might Indicate Best Post-Menopausal Treatment

Posted: Thursday, May 22, 2008

Past research has revealed that post-menopausal hormone therapy increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes, leading many women to shy away from the potentially beneficial treatment. A recent study has revealed though that a basic blood test taken prior to administration of the hormones may determine whether or not an increased risk will be incurred by the individual.

Floridian Circles the U.S. to Raise Awareness for Diabetes Research

Posted: Thursday, May 22, 2008

His large athletic shoes churned down North Dixie Freeway this past week. Mile after mile of American roadway has slipped away under the long-distance tread of Andy Mandell, a man on a mission. “When people see me walking, I want them to think, ‘there goes Mr. Diabetes,’” said Mr. Mandell.

Low Salt Diets May Lead To Cardiovascular Deaths

Posted: Sunday, May 18, 2008

It's been long believed that a diet high in salts increases the risk of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD). Researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine have startlingly found just the opposite: that low salt (sodium) diets increase the incidence of CVD deaths.

Obesity, Diabetes and Economic Status Increase Risk of Urinary Problems

Posted: Saturday, May 17, 2008

Obesity and unhealthy lifestyle choices greatly increase the risk of urinary problems. Diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, are also shown to increase risk, and individuals of lower economic standing suffer from urinary problems more often as well.

Blocked Brain Enzyme Decreases Appetite and Promotes Weight Loss

Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2008

A team at DukeUniversityMedicalCenter was able to tone down appetite and promote weight loss, while improving the body's ability to handle blood sugar levels by blocking a brain enzyme, CaMKK2.

50% of Diabetes Patients Are Less Likely to Exercise Due to Arthritis

Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2008

More than half of adult diabetics in the U.S. also have arthritis, which causes joint pain that may prevent the exercise they need to stay healthy, a study found.