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Scientists On The Way To Genetically Altering Fat Genes

Posted: Thursday, August 19, 2004

It sounds too good to be true, but genetically engineered mice at the University of Michigan Medical School are living every frustrated dieter's dream.

Tennessee Fights Obesity and Diabetes With Small Step

Posted: Thursday, August 19, 2004

In less than two years, obesity will be the No. 1 killer
Obesity is a big problem in Tennessee, more than in many other states. But the solution may be in small steps. Walk more, eat less and include dairy products to burn fat is the message of a largely grass-roots, consumer-driven, voluntary health project called Tennessee on the Move.

Treatment of Blood Sugar Levels in Intensive Care Patients Reduces Mortality 29%

Posted: Thursday, August 19, 2004

This represents 49 saved lives from the first 800 patients treated with the protocol. There was also a decrease in the development tnew kidney failure and a decrease in the need for red blood cell transfusions.

Disturbed Eating Common in Young Diabetic Girls

Posted: Tuesday, August 17, 2004

Young diabetic girls experience eating disturbances significantly more often than do those without the condition.
Given these findings, the researchers conclude that "screening and prevention programs for this high-risk group should begin in the preteen years."

Hypoglycemia Increases Ischemic Retinal Injury

Posted: Tuesday, August 17, 2004

So how does hypoglycemia interact with low blood flow to make eye damage worse? When low blood flow occurs, cells often become more reliant on sugar as an energy source, the authors note. Therefore, if sugar levels are low, the cells may not be able to meet their energy requirements, possibly resulting in cell death

Low Glycemic Index Diet Helpful in Men With Type 2 Diabetes

Posted: Tuesday, August 17, 2004

Although carbohydrates will be included in any diet for a patient with diabetes, the glycemic index can separate foods based on their effects on long-term glycemic control. Carbohydrates such as pasta, lentils, chickpeas, and pumpernickel have a low glycemic index while wholemeal bread, French baguettes, potatoes, and rice have a higher glycemic index.

Low HDL-C Ups Risk of Breast Cancer in Older Overweight Women

Posted: Tuesday, August 17, 2004

Women with type 2 diabetes usually have low HDL-C, increasing risk for breast cancer.
Low-levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), as a component of the metabolic syndrome, may serve as a marker of breast cancer risk in postmenopausal women, research suggests

Worldwide Diabetes Will Double By 2030

Posted: Tuesday, August 17, 2004

U.S. will have over 30 million,but the most significant increases are expected in the Middle East, sub-Saharan Africa and India.
“The human and economic costs of this epidemic are enormous,” Wild and her colleagues noted. “A concerted, global initiative is required to address the diabetes epidemic.”

Diet High In Carbs & Low In Fiber Increases Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes

Posted: Monday, August 16, 2004

Harvard researchers prospectively examined the association between glycemic index, glycemic load, and dietary fiber and the risk of type 2 diabetes. The researchers concluded: "A diet high in rapidly absorbed carbohydrates and low in cereal fiber is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes."

Acetaminophen Linked to Decline in Renal Function

Posted: Thursday, August 05, 2004

Higher lifetime use of aspirin and NSAIDs is not associated with renal function decline, but high acetaminophen use may increase the risk of loss of renal function.