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Glycemic Index ‘Unrealistic’ and Not Very Useful

Posted: Friday, March 17, 2006

The glycemic index, a current hot diet trend, “does not seem useful in understanding how diet impacts health, it only makes life more complicated for those trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle.” says the author of a new study.

Glycemic Index ‘Unrealistic’ and Not Very Useful

Posted: Friday, March 17, 2006

The glycemic index, a current hot diet trend, “does not seem useful in understanding how diet impacts health, it only makes life more complicated for those trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle.” says the author of a new study.

Top Five Ways to Feel Full and Eat Less

Posted: Monday, February 06, 2006

It's a common complaint: how can you lose weight if you're hungry all the time? The solution may be easier than you think. Many acts of overeating, in fact, may have less to do with appetite than the sheer amount of food we have on our plate,

Diets Rich in Protein, Good Fat, Lower in Carbs Linked to Better Heart Health

Posted: Monday, November 28, 2005

A diet that replaces some carbohydrates with either protein or monounsaturated fat can substantially reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels, resulting in a substantial reduction in overall risk of heart disease

Milk Helps to Lose Belly Fat

Posted: Wednesday, August 10, 2005

The dairy industry is touting studies that suggest including three daily servings of low-fat milk, yogurt or cheese in your diet may not only help you lose weight but also help you target and burn belly fat, which has been shown to increase the risk for diabetes and heart disease

Poor Prenatal Nutrition Permanently Damages Function of Insulin-producing Cells

Posted: Monday, March 07, 2005

The bottom line is that if you don't have delivery of enough nutrients from the mother to the baby, the baby's pancreatic cells will be programmed abnormally and sets the stage for type 2 diabetes later in life.

Eggs Help Lose Weight And Stabilize Glucose Levels

Posted: Wednesday, December 15, 2004

Leucine, an essential amino acid found eggs, provides a weight loss advantage during dieting by helping to reduce loss of lean tissue, promote loss of body fat, and stabilize blood glucose levels.

A Nutty Way To Improve Cholesterol In Diabetes

Posted: Thursday, December 09, 2004

Thirty grams of walnuts/day (8-10) delivering substantial amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acid improved the lipid profile of patients with type 2 diabetes.

Eat Low-Carb While Increasing Fiber Intake

Posted: Tuesday, June 22, 2004

A high-fiber diet may reduce your risk of a number of health problems, including diabetes, coronary artery disease, high cholesterol, obesity, and some gastrointestinal disorders, says an article in the June issue of the Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource.

World Action On Obesity Agreed Upon

Posted: Saturday, May 29, 2004

The plan recommends people limit intake of sugar, fat and salt. It also recommends tighter controls on food marketing to children