Brief Walks After Each Meal Can Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Among Older People June 12, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Taking a short walk after eating a meal is effective at reducing blood sugar – and reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes – among people age 60 ore older, a U.S. study shows. Ten people over 60 and otherwise healthy participated in the study. Participants were, however, at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. They either walked for 15 minutes after each meal or walked 45 minutes on a treadmill once a day. It was found that a 15-minute walk after each meal was most beneficial, with the greatest benefit coming after the evening meal. The short walk curbed the exaggerated rise in blood sugar that often lasts well into the night and early morning. Loretta DiPietro et al., "Three 15-min Bouts of Moderate Postmeal Walking Significantly Improves 24-h Glycemic Control in Older People at Risk for Impaired Glucose Tolerance", Diabetes Care, June 12, 2013, © American Diabetes Association

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Main Ingredient In Green Coffee Bean Weight Loss Supplements Is Ineffective – Study June 12, 2013: 12:00 AM EST U.S. researchers have determined in an animal study that higher doses of the main ingredient found in popular green coffee bean weight loss supplements – a polyphenol known as chlorogenic acid, or CGA – does nothing to prevent weight gain. Obese mice fed a high-fat diet alone and a high-fat diet plus CGA gained the same amount of weight. In addition, the CGA mice were more likely to develop disorders that can lead to type 2 diabetes, and they accumulated more fat in their livers. The researchers concluded that CGA supplementation in a high-fat diet “does not protect against features of the metabolic syndrome”. Aidilla Mubarak et al., "Supplementation of a High-Fat Diet with Chlorogenic Acid Is Associated with Insulin Resistance and Hepatic Lipid Accumulation in Mice", Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 12, 2013, © American Chemical Society

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Large Genetic Study Proves The Link Between Low Vitamin D Levels And Hypertension June 10, 2013: 12:00 AM EST British researchers who analyzed data from 35 studies involving 155,000 people found a strong causal link between low levels of vitamin D and high blood pressure. The researchers said that observational studies had already detected the link, but the large-scale genetic study nailed down the cause and effect relationship. The findings strongly suggest that some cases of cardiovascular disease could be prevented through vitamin D supplements or food fortification, the authors said. Vimal Karani S et al., "Genetic Research Clarifies Link Between Hypertension and Vitamin D Deficiency", News release, presentation at the annual conference of the European Society of Human Genetics, June 10, 2013, © European Society of Human Genetics

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Eating Healthy Vegetable Fats Reduces Risk Of Developing Lethal Prostate Cancer June 10, 2013: 12:00 AM EST U.S. researchers who collected data on 4,600 men diagnosed with non-metastatic prostate cancer found that substituting healthy vegetable fats in the diet for animal fats significantly reduced the risk of developing lethal prostate cancer. Healthy vegetable fats include those found in olive and canola oils, nuts, seeds and avocados. Researchers followed the men from 1986 to 2010, during which time 1,064 men died from cardiovascular disease, prostate cancer and other cancers. The authors found that men who replaced 10 percent of their total daily carb calories with healthy vegetable fats had a 29 percent lower risk of developing lethal prostate cancer. Erin L. Richman et al. , "Fat Intake After Diagnosis and Risk of Lethal Prostate Cancer and All-Cause Mortality Fat Intake After Lethal Prostate Cancer", JAMA Internal Medicine, June 10, 2013, © American Medical Association

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Royal DSM Partners With Other Organizations To Provide Nutrition Interventions June 8, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Dutch life sciences company Royal DSM says it will help provide nutrition interventions to 50 million children under the age of two, as well as pregnant and lactating women, by 2020. The company expects to reach these people through existing public-private partnerships with the World Food Programme, Vitamin Angels and World Vision International. According to the company, two billion people globally do not receive the necessary levels of vitamins and minerals that allow them to develop to their full mental and physical potential. "DSM to contribute to new 2020 global nutrition target", News release, Royal DSM, June 08, 2013, © Koninklijke DSM N.V.

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Preschoolers From Higher-Income Families More Likely To Consume Junk Food June 8, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Preschoolers from higher-income families who watch a lot of TV packed with food ads are more likely to indulge in junk food, and are therefore at greater risk of obesity, according to a new U.S. study. The findings come from interviews with more than 100 parents about home characteristics, including time spent viewing commercial TV, prerecorded commercial-free TV, and other media without food ads. Interviews with preschoolers were also conducted to see what they thought was a healthy meal. Interviewees were grouped into food-secure families (higher income) or food-insecure families (lower income). Food-secure families who could afford to give in to cravings when watching food ads were more likely to eat junk food, and their children had “distorted” ideas on what a healthy meal is. Kristen Harrison and Mericarmen Peralta, "Parents With Heavy TV Viewing More Likely to Feed Children Junk Food", News release, study presented at the annual International Communication Association conference, June 08, 2013, © Harrison et al.

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Study Finds No Reason To Worry About Consuming Vegetable Oils June 7, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A new U.S. study debunks claims that daily intake of linoleic acid-rich vegetable oils – e.g., soy, corn and canola – might be harmful to a person’s health. The researchers reviewed 15 clinical trials that studied nearly 500 adults as they consumed various forms of fats, including vegetable oils. They found no link between vegetable oil consumption and indicators of inflammation in the blood that are often associated with heart disease, cancer, asthma and arthritis. Earlier animal studies had found that a diet rich in linoleic acid (LA) boosts inflammation, but humans do not respond to LA in the same way. Guy H. Johnson & Kevin Fritsche, "Effect of Dietary Linoleic Acid on Markers of Inflammation in Healthy Persons: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials", Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, June 07, 2013, © Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

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Study Finds Link Between Vegetarian Diet And Lower Death Rates June 6, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Many studies have associated vegetarian diets with a reduced risk of chronic diseases, including hypertension, metabolic syndrome, diabetes and heart disease. Now a new U.S. study based on data collected from more than 70,000 Seventh Day Adventists has found a link between vegetarian diets and lower mortality rates. The researchers acknowledged that vegetarian groups tend to be older, better educated, and more likely to be married, to drink less alcohol, to smoke less, to exercise more and to be thinner. Michael J. Orlich et al., "Vegetarian Dietary Patterns and Mortality in Adventist Health Study 2", JAMA Internal Medicine, June 06, 2013, © American Medical Association

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Eating Cheese May Be A Good Way To Prevent Cavities In Children, Adolescents June 5, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A U.S. study conducted among 68 children ages 12 to 15 finds that eating cheese significantly lowers the risk of dental cavities by lowering the acidic environment in the mouth. The researchers looked at the dental plaque pH in the children’s mouths both before and after eating cheese, milk and sugar-free yogurt. A pH value lower than 5.5. (acidic) puts the teeth at risk for cavities, while a high pH lowers the risk. Drinking milk and eating yogurt had no effect on pH values, but eating cheese rapidly raised pH levels, suggesting that cheese has anti-cavity properties. Ravishankar Lingesha Telgi et al., "In vivo dental plaque pH after consumption of dairy products", General Dentistry, June 05, 2013, © Academy of General Dentistry

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Study Finds That Four Lifestyle Changes Have Big Impact On Health June 3, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Four lifestyle changes – regular exercise, eating a Mediterranean-style diet, maintaining a normal weight and, most importantly, not smoking – have the biggest impact on heart health, a U.S. study has found. Researchers analyzed data collected over 7.6 years on more than 6,200 men and women ages 44-84 who were white, African-American, Hispanic and Chinese. Those who adopted all four healthy behaviors had an 80 percent lower death rate over that time period compared to participants with none of the healthy behaviors, researchers said. Haitham M. Ahmed et al., "Low-Risk Lifestyle, Coronary Calcium, Cardiovascular Events, and Mortality: Results From MESA", American Journal of Epidemiology, June 03, 2013, © Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

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Women Who Take Calcium Supplements Live Longer June 3, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Though some research has shown that calcium supplements, which are good for bone health, may be harmful to cardiovascular health, a new study finds that a 1,000 mg calcium supplement taken daily actually lowers the risk of death. Researchers monitored 9,033 Canadians between 1995 and 2007. Nearly 1,200 participants died during that time. The data showed that women who took calcium supplements had a lower mortality risk than those who did not. The researchers said the same benefits were seen among women no matter what the source: dairy foods, non-dairy foods or supplements. No similar effect was found in men, however. David Goltzman et al., "Calcium and Vitamin D Intake and Mortality: Results from the Canadian Multi-centre Osteoporosis Study", Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (July 2013 issue), June 03, 2013, © The Endocrine Society

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Botanical Ingredients Offer Market Opportunities For Food And Beverage Makers June 3, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Ingredients such as herbs, spices and tea – “botanicals” – are becoming increasingly important in the food, pharmaceuticals and personal care sectors. Euromonitor says nearly 98 percent of botanicals in use today are found in the food and beverage markets, which presents numerous opportunities for manufacturers. Consumers are aware that scientific studies continue to report the health benefits of tea, herbs and spices. Product opportunities that offer the most potential include relaxation drinks (chamomile, rosehip, lavender and lemon verbena) and green tea (anti-inflammatory, anxiety reduction). As consumers worldwide demand natural confectionery, manufacturers should promote the health-related benefits of botanical ingredients such as grape seed extracts, seaweed and herbs and spices. Diana Cowland, "Botanicals: Opportunities in Soft Drinks & Confectionery", Nutraceuticals World, June 03, 2013, © Rodman Media

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Childhood Abuse Linked To Eating Disorders Among Adult Women June 3, 2013: 12:00 AM EST U.S. researchers have found a significant link between physical or sexual abuse during childhood and food addiction among adult women. The study analyzed data from 57,321 adults who took part in a nurses healthy study. Histories of physical and sexual abuse in 2001 and food addictions in 2009 were gathered. They found that women who had experienced physical or sexual abuse before age 18 were twice as likely to have a food addiction in middle adulthood than those without such as history. The researchers suggested that their findings indicate a need for careful screening of women with histories of trauma to help prevent addiction-like eating and treat any psychological impediments to weight loss. Susan M. Mason et al., "Abuse victimization in childhood or adolescence and risk of food addiction in adult women", Obesity, June 03, 2013, © The Obesity Society

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Eating Ready-To-Eat Cereal For Breakfast Is Healthier For Adults Aged 19 To 50 June 3, 2013: 12:00 AM EST U.S. scientists who analyzed data from a national nutrition survey involving more than 14,000 adults ages 19 to 70 found that eating breakfast, particularly a ready-to-eat (RTE) cereal breakfast, “may contribute to healthy aging through reduced risk of chronic disease”. The study found that RTE cereal – compared to “other breakfasts” or no breakfast – was associated with lower body weight, lower body mass index, reduced abdominal fat and fewer risk factors for metabolic syndrome among adults 19 to 50. The study, however, found that neither RTE cereal breakfasts or “other breakfasts” reduced the risk of being overweight or obese among those aged 51 to 70. C.R. McGill et al., "Breakfast And Ready-To-Eat Cereal Consumption Are Associated With Improved Markers Of Cardiometabolic Health In Adults: Results From The National Health And Nutrition Examination Survey 2001 - 2008", The Journal of Aging Research and Clinical Practice, June 03, 2013, © The Journal of Aging Research & Clinical Practice

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Sodium Stored In The Skin May Be A Key Factor In High Blood Pressure June 3, 2013: 12:00 AM EST In more than 90 percent of patients diagnosed with high blood pressure, physicians who check the kidneys, blood vessels and brain are unable to determine the reason. Now a new study in mice suggests that in the future physicians should also focus on the skin. The study confirms earlier – and controversial – studies showing that the body stores sodium in the skin, and immune system cells and lymph capillaries regulate sodium balance and blood pressure. A clinical study is planned to assess whether people with higher levels of sodium in the skin are more likely to have heart attacks, strokes or other artery disease. Helge Wiig et al., "Immune cells control skin lymphatic electrolyte homeostasis and blood pressure", Journal of Clinical Investigation, June 03, 2013, © The American Society for Clinical Investigation

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Fish Oil Blunts Adverse Cardiovascular Effects From Mental Stress June 2, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A U.S. study shows that fish oil seems to counteract the detrimental effects of mental stress on the heart. Participants who took fish oil supplements for several weeks had a blunted response to mental stress in several measurements of cardiovascular health, including heart rate and muscle sympathetic nerve activity. Future research might focus on the effects of taking fish oil for longer time periods and examining this effect on older populations or people with cardiovascular disease, the researchers said. J. R. Carter et al., "Fish oil and neurovascular reactivity to mental stress in humans", AJP: Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology, June 02, 2013, © American Physiological Society

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Reducing Bacterial Contamination Of Poultry Products Should Begin On The Farm May 31, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A U.S. study that linked foodborne pathogens on poultry farms and at processing plants suggests that reducing harmful bacteria on the farm may be the most important step to keeping them out of the food supply. Current efforts to prevent food contamination are focused on the processing plant phase. Scientists traced salmonella and campylobacter bacteria – which together cause 1.9 million foodborne illnesses in the U.S. annually – from the processing plants back to the source farma 96 and 71 percent of the time, respectively. Measures to reduce salmonella on the farm include vaccination of breeder hens, “competitive exclusion” products and using acidified water during feed withdrawal. R. D. Berghaus et al., "Enumeration of Salmonella and Campylobacter in Environmental Farm Samples and Processing Plant Carcass Rinses from Commercial Broiler Chicken Flocks", Applied and Environmental Microbiology, May 31, 2013, © American Society for Microbiology

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Omega-3s Prevent Adverse Vascular Effects Of Heart Surgery May 30, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Compounds derived from polyunsaturated fatty acids known as omega-3s reduce cardiovascular inflammation and improve healing after procedures like angioplasty, stenting and heart bypass surgery, a new U.S. study has found. Inflammation and scarring after such procedures can lead to permanent disability and even death. For the study, researchers tested the effects of the compounds (resolvin or RvD) in cultured vascular cells taken from patients who had undergone bypass operations, and then in rabbits treated with balloon angioplasty. The compounds dramatically reduced inflammation, cell migration, and cell growth (scarring) in vascular smooth muscle cells. T. Miyahara et al., "D-series resolvin attenuates vascular smooth muscle cell activation and neointimal hyperplasia following vascular injury", The FASEB Journal, May 30, 2013, © Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology

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Short, Intense Bouts Of Exercise Improves The Health Of Inactive Men May 29, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Getting in shape and staying there doesn’t necessarily require long, strenuous bouts of exercise, Norwegian researchers have found. A single four-minute session of high-intensity exercise performed three times a week can make significant positive differences in the fitness of men who are generally inactive. The researchers compared maximum oxygen uptake (VO2max) in groups of previously inactive men who performed different types of exercise routines for varying periods of time. VO2max increased by 10 percent and blood pressure dropped in the group that had just one high-intensity session three times a week.  Arnt Erik Tjønna et al., "Low- and High-Volume of Intensive Endurance Training Significantly Improves Maximal Oxygen Uptake after 10-Weeks of Training in Healthy Men", PLoS ONE, May 29, 2013, © Tjønna et al.

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Swedish Research Highlights Health Benefits Of A Scandinavian Diet May 29, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A “Nordic” diet rich in berries, root vegetables, legumes, whole grains, cabbage, rapeseed (canola) oil, nuts, poultry and fish reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, a Swedish study has found. Participants in the research followed either the Nordic diet or a diet that included butter, fewer berries and vegetables, and more red meat and white bread. The Nordic diet lowered cholesterol levels and inflammation associated with pre-diabetes, researchers reported. M. Uusitupa et al., "Effects of an isocaloric healthy Nordic diet on insulin sensitivity, lipid profile and inflammation markers in metabolic syndrome - a randomized study", Journal of Internal Medicine, May 29, 2013, © Association for the Publication of the Journal of Internal Medicine

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Food Companies Face Serious Hurdles In Securing Non-GMO Certification For Their Products May 26, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Amid growing pressure from governments and consumer groups, food companies are working to replace genetically modified ingredients with non-GMO ones. Several state legislatures have approved or are considering bills that would require labeling of food products that contain GMO ingredients. Worldwide, consumers are organizing protests and other mass actions to call on food manufacturers to remove genetically modified ingredients from products or clearly label them as such. Food company thinkThin's experience with replacing GMO ingredients with their non-GMO counterparts and securing certification for its Crunch snack bars from the Non-GMO Project illustrates the difficulties that the food industry faces overall. Also, demand for non-genetically modified materials has led to dramatic increases in prices of non-GMO ingredients, adding more headaches to food companies. STEPHANIE STROM, "Seeking Food Ingredients That Aren’t Gene-Altered", The New York Times , May 26, 2013, © The New York Times Company

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Study Establishes Connection Between Job Stress And Heart Disease Risk May 25, 2013: 12:00 AM EST It has long been known that emotional stress can lead to harmful behaviors – smoking, poor diet, sedentary lifestyle, etc. – that in turn increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Now Spanish researchers who studied more than 90,000 workers undergoing medical check-ups report that job stress is linked to the way fatty acids are metabolized in the body. Those who said they had experienced difficulties with their jobs during the past 12 months (about nine percent of the total group) had a higher risk of suffering from dyslipidemia, a condition involving high total cholesterol and high LDL, high blood fat levels, and low HDL (“good cholesterol”), all factors for heart disease. C. Catalina-Romero et al., "The relationship between job stress and dyslipidemia", Scandinavian Journal of Public Health, May 25, 2013, © Associations of Public Health in the Nordic Countries Regions

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Cinnamon Compounds Prevent Neuron Abnormalities That Lead To Alzheimer’s Disease May 23, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Two compounds found in the common aromatic spice cinnamon seem to prevent the development of the filamentous plaque found in the brain cells that characterize Alzheimer’s disease, according to new U.S. research. The protein tau plays a large role in the structure of the neurons: it is responsible for the assembly of microtubules in a cell. In Alzheimer’s, however, tau starts clumping together, forming insoluble fibers in neurons. The compound cinnamaldehyde prevents the tau knots. Epicatechin, a powerful antioxidant found in cinnamon, interacts with cysteines on the tau protein in a way similar to the protective action of cinnamaldehyde. Roshni C. George et al., "Interaction of Cinnamaldehyde and Epicatechin with Tau: Implications of Beneficial Effects in Modulating Alzheimer's Disease Pathogenesis", Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, May 23, 2013, © Journal of Alzheimer's Disease

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Modifying Tomatoes With Anthocyanins Produces Fruit Less Susceptible To Softening, Rot May 23, 2013: 12:00 AM EST British researchers have modified purple tomatoes with the natural pigment anthocyanin, resulting in a doubling of the shelf life of the popular fruit from an average of 21 days to 48 days while maintaining flavor. The new variety of tomatoes solves a serious problem for growers and grocers: post-harvest losses due to rotting. Current methods of preventing rot – e.g., picking the fruits when green then ripening them using ethylene gas – result in loss of flavor. The researchers found that anthocyanins not only retards the over-ripening process that leads to rotting and softening, it retains flavor and makes them less susceptible to gray mold caused by the fungus Botrytis cinerea. Cathie Martin et al., "The world's favorite fruit only better-tasting and longer-lasting", News release,study to be published in Current Biology, May 23, 2013, © AAAS

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Ginger May Improve Effectiveness Of Asthma Medications, Study Shows May 22, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Results of a study from the Columbia University in New York showed adding ginger to asthma medications may help improve their effectiveness. Researchers found components of ginger may have properties that could help strengthen the relaxing effects of beta-agonists and other asthma medications on the airway smooth muscle. Asthma is a breathing disorder characterized by bronchoconstriction, a tightening of the bronchial tubes that carry air into and out of the lungs. Researchers studied the ginger components —6-gingerol, 8-gingerol, and 6 shogaol —by mixing each with a beta-agonist medication, and assessing their effects on ASM tissue samples made to contract by exposing them to acetylcholine, a compound that causes bronchoconstriction. Sophie Langley, "Ginger may make asthma treatments more effective", Australian Food News, May 22, 2013, © Australian Food News

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Most Kids, Teens Ignore Fast-Food Restaurant Calorie Info When Buying Meals May 22, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A U.S. study based on a survey of 721 kids and teens ages 9 to 18 found that only four out of ten pay attention to calorie information posted on chain or fast-food restaurant menus. Girls were about 80 percent more likely than boys to say they checked calorie content when choosing food items. Kids who said they ate at a fast food/chain restaurant twice a week were half as likely to report using calorie information. One encouraging sign was that overweight youths were much more likely to pay attention to calorie information when choosing foods. “This may have potential to lead to improved food choices as a way to manage weight,” researchers said. H. Wethington et al., "Use of calorie information at fast food and chain restaurants among US youth aged 9–18 years, 2010", Journal of Public Health, May 22, 2013, © Faculty of Public Health of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom

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Older Consumers Likely To Drive Future Growth In Functional Food Market, Mintel's Study Predicts May 22, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Older consumers are more willing to spend money on functional foods, according to the research "The Impact of an Aging World" presented by Mintel food science analyst Laura Jones at the Vitafoods conference in Geneva, Switzerland. Functional food marketers are expected to focus on U.S. consumers older than 55 years who have twice the disposable income of consumers below 25 years. In the U.K., consumers aged 50–64 years spend 50 percent more on foods and drinks compared with consumers younger than 30 years. Jones also forecast that functional foods aimed at dealing with various concerns of seniors, including weight loss and cardiovascular health, could replace over-the-counter medicines. Sean Moloughney, "Aging Consumers Offer Ripe Opportunities in Nutrition", Nutraceuticals World, May 22, 2013, © Rodman Media

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Vitamin C Destroys Drug-Resistant TB Bacteria May 21, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Scientists in New York who were studying how tuberculosis bacteria become resistant to a potent first-line TB drug accidentally found that vitamin C kills drug-resistant TB microbes in lab culture. According to the study, vitamin C induced iron to react with other molecules to create reactive oxygen species that kill the TB bacteria. The researchers believe that their findings provide adequate justification for a clinical trial using vitamin C along with other TB drugs. In 2011, TB sickened some 8.7 million people and took some 1.4 million lives. Catherine Vilchèze et al., "Mycobacterium tuberculosis is extraordinarily sensitive to killing by a vitamin C-induced Fenton reaction", Nature Communications, May 21, 2013, © Nature Publishing Group

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Reducing Caloric Intake Slows Nerve Cell Degeneration May 21, 2013: 12:00 AM EST U.S. researchers who tested the impact of a restricted calorie diet on lab animals found that it delays the onset of nerve cell loss common in neurodegenerative diseases by activating an enzyme called Sirtuin 1 (SIRT1). They further found that they could activate SIRT1 without dietary changes by administering a drug. The mice that received the drug had less cell loss and better cellular connectivity than the mice that did not receive the drug. The researchers believe that the drug – which they did not identify – could someday be used to slow the process of age-associated impairments in the brain. Li-Huei Tsai et al., "SIRT1 Activator Prevents Neurodegeneration in Mice", The Journal of Neuroscience, May 21, 2013, © Society for Neuroscience

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Connecticut House Passes GMO Food Labeling Measure May 21, 2013: 12:00 AM EST The Connecticut Senate nearly unanimously passed legislation that would require many food products to be labeled if they contained genetically modified organisms. The prospects for the bill in the House of Representatives are not rosy, according to observers. And even if it becomes law, it would not take effect until at least three other states pass similar legislation. GMO labeling bills are pending in at least 12 states. The bill exempts restaurant food sold for immediate consumption and alcoholic beverages and farm products sold at farmer's markets, roadside stands and pick-your-own farms. Daniela Altimari, "Senate Backs Bill To Label Genetically Modified Foods", The Hartford Courant, May 21, 2013, © The Hartford Courant

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Food Industry Continues To Promote Unhealthy Sugar Consumption, Cardiologist Says May 21, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A British cardiologist has accused the food industry of pursuing public relations “strategies” that minimize the role of added sugar as a significant cause of diseases and disorders associated with an unhealthy diet. Dr. Aseem Malhotra has urged U.K. health authorities to "act swiftly" to tackle the crisis. Despite warnings from the American Heart Association, and several studies linking sugar consumption with increasing rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes, the food industry continues to promote sugar-laden products, while making it difficult for consumers to tell accurately how much added sugar they are consuming in those products. Food companies also promote sugary sports drinks as essential for athletic performance, but the drinks are consumed in large quantities by non-athletes. E. Herrett et al., "Completeness and diagnostic validity of recording acute myocardial infarction events in primary care, hospital care, disease registry, and national mortality records: cohort study", BMJ, May 21, 2013, © BMJ Publishing Group Ltd

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Australian Company To Provide Certification Process For GMO-Free Products May 20, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A food product certification/accreditation company in Australia has established a subsidiary that will focus solely on guaranteeing that foods are genetically modified organism-free (GMO-free). GMO-ID, a unit of HACCP International Pty Ltd, will use the “Cert ID Non GMO” (Cert ID) certification system in Australia and the Pacific region. Farmers, growers, manufacturers, suppliers, retailers and foodservice businesses will be able to use the Cert ID system for certification; they will also be listed on the GMO-ID Web site. The creation of a GMO-free certification system reflects the growing demand for assurances that foods – particularly dairy products – and drinks are not tainted by genetically engineered ingredients. Sophie Langley, "‘GMO-free’ certification launched in Australia", Australia Food News, May 20, 2013, © Australian Food News

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Human Intestinal Bacteria Shown To Remove E. Coli Toxins In Mouse Study May 20, 2013: 12:00 AM EST U.S. researchers have shown in mice that normal human intestinal bacteria can prevent the accumulation of toxins caused by the presence of the dangerous foodborne pathogen E. coli. The bacteria has been responsible for several recent outbreaks of disease that led to hemorrhagic colitis (HC) and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a form of acute renal disease that can result in death or permanent disability. For the study, mice pre-colonized with a mixture of non-pathenogenic bacteria that occur naturally in the human gut remained completely healthy after E. Coli toxins were introduced. The control group, however, had high levels of toxins and all developed kidney disease within a week of infection. Kathryn Eaton et al., "Intestinal Bacteria Protect Against E Coli O157:H7", News release, presentation at the general meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, May 20, 2013, © American Society for Microbiology

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Sugar Is Not The Only Villain In The National Obesity Problem May 20, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Although the sugar consumed by Americans in soft drinks and processed foods contributes to the obesity epidemic, it is not the only culprit. In fact, the increase in the daily calorie intake over the last five decades is tied to other factors. More than half of the added calories over the years have come from fats and oils, and from flour and cereal. Other factors contributing to the obesity problem: demographic changes (i.e., fewer home-cooked meals, more dining out); increased portion sizes at restaurants; increased caloric content of bagels, muffins, premium cups of coffee, yogurt, etc.; and even evolution, “which has programmed us to store calories when food is plentiful and, when food is scarce, to reduce calories we expend.” Jane E. Brody, "Many Fronts in Fighting Obesity", The New York Times, May 20, 2013, © The New York Times Company

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Mediterranean Diet Is Best For The Aging Brain – Study May 20, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Researchers in Spain who studied the long term impact of different dietary patterns on older adults found that, after 6.5 years, a Mediterranean diet had the most positive impact on higher brain functions, including orientation, memory, and language. The study followed 522 men and women aged 55 to 80 without cardiovascular disease, but at high vascular risk because of underlying disease/conditions. A control group ate a low-fat diet usually recommended  to prevent heart attack and stroke. The most beneficial diet was found to include olive oil, nuts, fruits, vegetables, and pulses, almost no red meat or dairy, and some red wine. E. H. Martinez-Lapiscina et al., "Mediterranean diet improves cognition: the PREDIMED-NAVARRA randomized trial", Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, May 20, 2013, © BMJ Publishing Group Ltd.

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European Scientists Develop A Way To Process Poultry Leftovers Into Protein Additives May 20, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A European Union research project has developed a process involving enzymes that converts industrial poultry waste – leftover bone, meat trimmings, etc. – into proteins rich in nutritionally useful amino acids. Known as “functional animal protein hydrolysates,” they can be used as supplements for sports diets, to help build up muscle tissue, and as additives in processed food. Some of their properties – prebiotic, anti-microbiotic, antioxidant and hypotensive – have been demonstrated in vitro. The technology is being tested by Belgian food company PROLIVER to enhance the nutritional quality of its protein hydrolysates, sold in dietary, health and sports food supplements. Arnaldo Dossena, "Making Ice Cream More Nutritious With Meat Leftovers", News release, PROSPARE project (European Union), May 20, 2013, © PROSPARE Project

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FDA Approves Nutritional Ingredient That Enhances Coronary Blood Flow May 17, 2013: 12:00 AM EST After approval of Nitrosigine by the FDA as a New Dietary Ingredient, functional nutrition ingredients maker Nutrition 21 has begun marketing the source of inositol-stabilized arginine silicate demonstrated to significantly improve coronary blood flow. In preclinical studies, Nitrosigine demonstrated superiority over arginine in blood flow markers and silicon absorption. Arginine is a natural metabolic donor of nitric oxide, while silicon benefits connective tissue and bone health. Nitrosigine will be marketed to dietary supplement providers in the sports nutrition, cardiovascular health and men’s health categories. Results of a clinical study are expected in the third quarter of this year. "Nutrition 21 Unveils NDI Nitrosigine", Nutraceuticals World, May 17, 2013, © Rodman Media

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Nanoparticle Technology May Someday Be Useful In Treating Diabetes May 16, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Scientists at MIT have developed injectable nanoparticles that sense glucose levels in the body and then secrete a proper amount of insulin in much the same way the pancreas – destroyed in type 1 diabetes – acts to regulate sugar levels. Although the extended release technology is years away from therapeutic use, it someday might be utlized by diabetics to ensure that blood-sugar levels remain balanced. The system consists of an injectable gel-like structure containing oppositely charged nanoparticles. When the gel senses increased sugar levels, tiny spheres containing insulin break down. The insulin converts the glucose in the bloodstream to glycogen, which is then absorbed into the liver for storage. Anne Trafton, "Nanotechnology could help fight diabetes", Massachusetts Institute Of Technology, May 16, 2013, © Massachusetts Institute Of Technology

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Sugary Beverages Linked To Higher Risk Of Kidney Stones May 16, 2013: 12:00 AM EST For years, doctors have advised kidney stone patients to drink more fluids to prevent a recurrence. But new research shows that not all fluids offer that benefit. Consumption of sugar-sweetened soda and punch is linked to a higher incidence of kidney stones, according to data compiled from three ongoing studies involving more than 194,000 participants over eight years. Those who consumed one or more sugar-sweetened cola servings a day had a 23 percent higher risk of developing kidney stones, compared to those who drank less than one a week. Some beverages – coffee, tea and orange juice – were associated with a lower risk of stone formation. Engredea News & Analysis , "Sugary drinks may up kidney stone risk", Newhope 360, May 16, 2013, © Penton Media Inc

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Scientists Are Learning More And More About The Vast Microbial World Living Inside Us May 15, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Journalism professor Michael Pollan recently asked a university laboratory to analyze his personal microbiome – the genetic makeup of the microbial world that lives on and inside his body. The lab found several hundred species of bacteria – whose population totaled around 100 trillion – on his tongue, on his skin, and in his gut. Pollan explores current scientific thinking about these microbes, the vast majority of which are beneficial, and how they interact with us. The basic lesson is that our internal bacteria live in a delicate balance with our bodies, and have a significant impact on our health. Our job is simply to nurture this micro-world, to “tend the unruly garden within”. Michael Pollan, "Some of My Best Friends Are Germs", The New York Times, May 15, 2013, © The New York Times Company

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Supreme Court's Ruling Favors Monsanto In Patent Infringement Case Against Farmer May 13, 2013: 12:00 AM EST The U.S. Supreme Court voted unanimously that Indiana farmer Vernon Hugh Bowman infringed on Monsanto's patent when he planted soybeans genetically modified by the company that he did not buy from the agribusiness vendor. Written by Justice Elena Kagan, the ruling states that "patent exhaustion does not permit a farmer to reproduce patented seeds through planting and harvesting" without permission from the holder of the patent. Contrary to what Bowman had thought, Monsanto cared about his unauthorized reproduction of the company's genetically modified seeds. The court ruled against Bowman, and the Supreme Court confirmed the lower court's ruling. Mark Memmott, "Supreme Court Rules For Monsanto In Case Against Farmer", NPR, May 13, 2013, © NPR

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Study Links Med. Diet To Improved Memory Function Later In Life May 10, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A U.S. study finds a connection between the Mediterranean diet (fish, chicken, fruits and vegetables, olive oil, etc.) and preserving memory and thinking abilities as people age. The study was conducted among 17,478 people (average age 64) who were monitored for health changes over four years. Those who adhered to the Mediterranean diet – and avoided saturated fats, meat and dairy foods – were 19 percent less likely to develop thinking and memory problems. However, the connection was not found in diabetics. Researcher Dr. Georgios Tsivgoulis said diet is only one modifiable habit that could preserve cognitive function, also citing exercise, weight management, not smoking, and taking hypertension and diabetes medicines. G. Tsivgoulis et al., "Adherence to a Mediterranean diet and risk of incident cognitive impairment", Neurology, May 10, 2013, © American Academy of Neurology

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Educating Consumers About The Consequences Of Restaurant Meals Could Curb Obesity May 9, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Authors of a recent U.S. study suggest that state and local governments could help curb the nation’s obesity epidemic by requiring restaurant menus to provide not only calorie counts but also the amount of exercise necessary to burn off those calories. The researchers examined studies on calorie labeling and regulatory options available to local governments. The studies showed that when presented with calorie counts and other menu information, consumers were half as likely to order a high calorie meal. Researchers also recommended replacing menu items like French fries with alternatives like apple slices. Sara N. Bleich et al., "Improving Obesity Prevention at the Local Level — Emerging Opportunities", New England Journal of Medicine, May 09, 2013, © Massachusetts Medical Society

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Sexually Harassed Men More Likely To Develop Eating Disorders May 9, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A new study finds that men who experience high levels of sexual harassment are significantly more likely than women to develop purging “compensatory” behaviors such as induced vomiting and taking laxatives and diuretics to control their weight. Michigan State University researchers surveyed 2,446 college-aged participants – including 731 men – on their experiences with sexual harassment, body image and eating behaviors. Women experienced higher rates of harassment, but men were more likely to resort to purging. Eating disorders are increasing in men, especially young ones, but most prevention programs are geared towards girls and women. The researchers hope to raise awareness of such issues. NiCole T. Buchanan et al., "Exploring gender differences in body image, eating pathology, and sexual harassment", Body Image, May 09, 2013, © Elsevier Ltd.

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Study Shows “Fat Talk” Makes Women Less Likeable May 9, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Women who make self-disparaging remarks – “fat talk” – about eating, exercise or their bodies are less liked by their peers, according to a U.S. study. For the study, researchers showed photos to participants of women with various body types engaging in either “fat talk” or positive body talk. Overweight women in the photos who made positive statements about their bodies were the most liked. It was once thought that “fat talk” behaviors by women helped create and strengthen social bonds, but the study showed that “fat talk” is actually a turn off and “far from innocuous”. Alexandra Corning, "Nobody Likes a "Fat Talker", Study Shows", News release, study presented at the Midwestern Psychological Association annual conference, May 09, 2013, © University of Notre Dame

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Intense Interval Training Works Wonders On The Body – In Seven Minutes May 9, 2013: 12:00 AM EST An article by Canadian researchers in a health fitness journal describes an intense – but very short, fairly easy and scientifically sound – exercise program that produces beneficial molecular changes in muscles comparable to those induced by hours of running or biking. The 12 familiar exercises – pushups, lunges, jumping jacks, squats, etc. – are performed in intervals: 30 seconds of intense exercise followed by a 10-second rest, followed by 30 seconds of exercise, and so on. Exercises alternately target upper body and lower body muscles, allowing worked muscles to recuperate. “The upside is, after seven minutes, you’re done,” says New York Times blogger Gretchen Reynolds. Gretchen Reynolds, "The Scientific 7-Minute Workout", The New York Times, May 09, 2013, © The New York Times Company

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A Simple Formula: Walk 5,000 Steps A Day, Save 20 Percent On Health Insurance May 8, 2013: 12:00 AM EST A fitness program that tied participation to health insurance premium discounts got people off their duffs and walking, according to a U.S. study. More than 6,500 obese people insured by Blue Care Network in Michigan were offered a choice: pay 20 percent more for their insurance or participate in a computerized pedometer-based wellness program that involved walking 5,000 steps a day (about 1.2 miles) in a three-month period. After a year, 97 percent of the enrollees met or exceeded the average goal, even those – about a third of participants – who felt the program was “coercive”. Donna M Zulman et al., " Implementation and evaluation of an incentivized Internet-mediated walking program for obese adults", Translational Behavioral Medicine, May 08, 2013, © Springer

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Infrequent Users Of Workplace Wellness Centers Report Declines In Quality Of Life May 8, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Earlier studies have shown that workplace wellness centers can play a key role in weight loss and fitness. But what about other benefits, such as improving the physical and mental quality of life? This U.S. study involving 1,100 wellness center members found that frequent users reported an overall improvement in quality of life, from a rating of 59.4 to 80.4 percent. Less frequent users reported no improvement in their physical quality of life, and even a decline in their mental quality of life (51.4 to 34.5 percent). The reason, researchers suggested, is that less frequent users often tend toward negative “self-talk”, in effect, beating themselves up over their non-participation. Matthew M. Clark et al., "Is Usage of a Wellness Center Associated With Improved Quality of Life?", American Journal of Health Promotion, May 08, 2013, © American Journal of Health Promotion

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Scientists Confirm Heart-Healthy Benefits Of Walnuts May 8, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Scientists have known for some time that eating walnuts in a heart-healthy diet reduces cholesterol levels and the risk of heart disease. Now a new U.S. study explains what component of walnuts is responsible. For the study, 15 participants with high cholesterol levels were fed one serving of whole walnuts, defatted nutmeat, walnut skin or walnut oil. Biochemical and physiological tests were conducted before, during and after. The one-time consumption of walnut oil improved vascular health. Eating whole walnuts helped HDL (good cholesterol) and helped the body effectively transport and remove excess cholesterol from the body. The researchers suggested that the beneficial effects come from the alpha-linolenic acid, gamma-tocopherol and phytosterols in walnut oil. C. E. Berryman et al., "Acute Consumption of Walnuts and Walnut Components Differentially Affect Postprandial Lipemia, Endothelial Function, Oxidative Stress, and Cholesterol Efflux in Humans with Mild Hypercholesterolemia", Journal of Nutrition, May 08, 2013, © American Society for Nutrition

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Chinese Parents Trust Only Foreign Infant Formula Brands Sourced From Outside The Country May 7, 2013: 12:00 AM EST Parents in China want only foreign infant formula brands, but trust them only if purchased from sources outside the country. Driven by food quality and safety scandals, the trend is having impact on sales in markets as far away as Europe where Chinese visitors sometimes empty store shelves. Food safety cases involving infant formula in China include the 2008 incident which killed six babies and downed 300,000 others who were given infant formula mixed with an industrial chemical designed to circumvent laboratory tests for protein content. Most recently, the local distributor of Hero baby formula, a high-end brand from Switzerland, was caught mixing expired milk powder into cans being readied for sale. China's leading formula brand, with 15 percent of the market, Danone's Dumex has been commended for its openness about its operations and efforts to convince consumers about its safety standards. Anita Chang Beattie, "Chinese Don't Trust Food Made In China Either, Seek Baby Formula From Abroad", Advertising Age, May 07, 2013, © Crain Communications

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