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Study: Genes and Diet Linked to Risk Factors for Heart Disease

Posted: Wednesday, October 25, 2006

Researchers from the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center (USDA HNRCA) at Tufts University and colleagues have found another link among genes, heart disease and diet.

Metformin Use Increases Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Posted: Thursday, October 19, 2006

Results indicate an increased risk of vitamin B12 deficiency associated with current dose and duration of metformin.

Fish Fatty Acids May Prevent More Sudden Deaths Than Defibrillators

Posted: Thursday, September 28, 2006

Omega-3 fatty acids may prevent more sudden deaths than automated external defibrillators in homes and public places or implanted defibrillators, according to the results of a new study.

Anti-obesity Compound Found In Brown Seaweed

Posted: Thursday, September 21, 2006

Studies in animals suggest that brown seaweed, also known as wakame -- commonly used to flavor Asian soups and salads, contains a compound that promotes weight loss. The compound, called fucoxanthin, also has anti-diabetes effects.

Herbal Remedy Promising Against Diabetes

Posted: Thursday, September 07, 2006

The purified plant extract berberine, can reduce weight and improve glucose control.

Chromium Improves Glycemic Control When Sulfonylurea Is Insufficient

Posted: Wednesday, August 09, 2006

Chromium picolinate (CrPic) supplementation improves glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes not adequately controlled while taking sulfonylurea, according to the results of a randomized, double-blind study.

Compound in Dairy Products Targets Diabetes

Posted: Wednesday, August 09, 2006

A possible new way to treat diabetes without synthetic drugs.

Current Recommended Vitamin D Intake May Not Be Optimal

Posted: Friday, July 28, 2006

"Recent evidence suggests that vitamin D intakes above current recommendations may be associated with better health outcomes." "However, optimal serum concentrations of 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] have not been defined."

Sweet News for Consumers of Sugar Substitutes

Posted: Friday, July 28, 2006

Sugar substitutes receive a strong endorsement this month from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Artificial Sweeteners: No Calories ... Sweet!

Posted: Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Artificial sweeteners can help consumers cut down on calories and control weight, help to manage chronic
conditions such as diabetes, and potentially prevent cavities, according to the American Dietetic Association
(ADA). To date, five artificial sweeteners are approved by the Food and Drug Administration: aspartame, saccharin, acesulfame-K, neotame, and sucralose.