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Pregnant Women Should Take Multivitamin Supplements

Posted: Monday, June 08, 2009

Low birth weights are closely associated with many infant mortality's, as well potentially being associated with future incidence of diabetes and heart disease in adulthood. Currently, many doctors recommend pregnant women take iron-folic acid supplements to limit risk of low birth weights, but a recent meta-analysis study has found that taking multivitamins during pregnancy may be more effective to this aim.

Low-Fat Chocolate Milk Aids Muscle Recovery

Posted: Friday, June 05, 2009

Low-fat chocolate milk appears to be more effective for muscle recovery than popular high-carbohydrate post-workout drinks, according to a recent study conducted on male college soccer players.

Benefit of Exercise on Diabetes Risk Undone by Vitamin Supplements

Posted: Wednesday, June 03, 2009

A team of scientists from Germany and the US found that vitamin C and E supplements may undo the benefits of exercise on diabetes risk and glucose metabolism. It would seem that exercise-induced oxidative stress helps the body defend itself against stress and metabolize carbodydrates more effectively, said the researchers.

Carbon Monoxide a Possible Treatment for Gastroparesis in Diabetics

Posted: Monday, June 01, 2009

Diabetics suffering from the uncomfortable, and potentially dangerous condition known as gastroparesis, have had little effective treatment to help them. Inhalation of small amounts of carbon monoxide (CO) may be their answer, as it has recently been shown to reverse gastroparesis in diabetic mice.

Cherry Juice Helps Endurance Athletes

Posted: Thursday, May 28, 2009

Tart cherry juice reduces inflammation and post-exercise pain, in long-distance runners, claims a recent study. This finding supports other recent research which has claimed numerous potential benefits in consuming tart cherries.

More Time in the Sun Reduces Risk of Heart Disease and Diabetes

Posted: Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Spending more time in the sunshine could help older people to reduce their risk of developing heart disease and diabetes.

Ultraviolet LEDs Make Lettuce Healthier

Posted: Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Darker leafy greens are known to be higher in nutrients, including antioxidants, than light colored greens. Using ultraviolet electronic light sources, researchers have recently found a way to make lettuce both darker and redder, potentially laying the foundations for a new, and healthier, form of vegetable consumption.

Pharmacists Prove their Worth in Diabetes Management

Posted: Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Pharmacists show why they need to be part of the “Diabetes Team” and the Ten City Challenge diabetes education program shows that they can also reduce costs ($1,079/patient) as well as reducing A1c levels along with cholesterol and blood pressure.

GlucoStories - Join the Race With American Diabetes Wholesale & Charlie Kimball

Posted: Monday, May 18, 2009

Diabetes company and race car driving star join forces to launch new diabetes support site and contest.

Golden Rice Potential

Posted: Saturday, May 16, 2009

"Golden rice," a genetically modified grain that incorporates beta-carotene, has recently shown to help "convert vitamin A" in humans. This finding suggests that golden rice could help prevent vision loss and blindness in people suffering from vitamin A deficiency, especially those in poor, heavily rice-consuming countries. Many poor countries also suffer from high cases of diabetes, which can result in vision loss due to retinopathy.