Takeda completes settlements in patent litigation over generic ACTOS, ACTOplus met, and duetact ANDAs

Altering balance among immune system cells could hold potential for T2D-associated inflammation treatment

Eating in front of computer linked to weight gain: Study

Tips to enjoy holiday food and other special parts of the season

Study suggests blood test may detect persons with CKD

Amarin completes patient randomization in AMR101 Phase 3 trial in patients with high triglyceride levels

New study says celiac disease patients should go on gluten-free diet

Poverty and obesity links

VIVUS submits briefing document to FDA in effort to secure regulatory approval for QNEXA

With The CarbLovers Diet, eating carbohydrates foods is the only way to lose weight

Dietitians prefer olive oil as food oil of choice

Some progress, but big challenges remain in prevention of cardiovascular disease

32% of UAE residents could have diabetes or prediabetes by 2020

Expansion of newborn screening throws some families on a journey of great uncertainty

FAI releases comprehensive food allergy guidelines

China collaborates with Norway to address prevalence and spread of mercury

FDA Advisory Panel recommends approval of Solesta for bowel incontinence

Patients with chronic constipation prefer Kristalose oral solution

Beta-carotene from food sources is insufficient in substantial part of population

American-style diet plays a vital role in prostate cancer, researchers say

Black rice may help soothe inflammation: Research

Angptl4 protein deficiency could promote inflammatory response in people who consume high saturated fat

Finding underscores a large-scale challenge plaguing today's healthcare system

Neptune, Acasti completes preclinical program comparing CaPre with Lovaza

Best diet: High protein and low good carbs

New Colorectal Cancer Screening program in Quebec

Hepcidin hormone may be potential therapeutic tool for anemic blood disorders

Mother ™s high-fat diet alters fetal genes that regulate circadian rhythm: Study

Supermarket steaks as good as butcher ™s: Survey

Research shows association between childhood CKD and maternal diabetes, obesity

'Vulnerably housed' people have same severe health problems as homeless people

Older adults with low sodium experience increased rates of fractures, falls: Study

Merck wins third FOSAMAX bellwether trial

Task Force for National Conference on Diabetes issues Call to Action to improve diabetes care

African Americans have faster rates of decline in kidney function

Study finds Hispanic children are susceptible to develop fatty liver disease

Cholesterol-lowering statin therapy benefits patients with calcium buildup in arteries

TexanPlus HMO provides affordable access to cholesterol-lowering prescription drugs

Study confirms healthy lifestyle has the biggest impact on cardiovascular health

Reducing salt intake can enhance health of young adults in future: Research

Regular exercise could reduce risk of developing physical, mental health conditions

Santarus announces commercial U.S. launch of CYCLOSET for type 2 diabetes mellitus

Dreaded cod liver oil in a variety of flavours

Halpin Foundation-ASN grant advances research in membranous nephropathy

High cholesterol in midlife does not increase risk for Alzheimer's disease among women

New study highlights benefits of 100% juice

March of Dimes honors professor who linked fetal malnutrition to chronic adult disease

New research highlights importance of parent-child communication to combat obesity

Kidney disease registry could help clinicians to evaluate treatment strategies for CKD patients

New findings on mitochondrial haplogroups associated with successful aging to be presented at ASHG Meeting

Loyola University surgeon uses new technique to reopen blockages in coronary arteries

Patients with advanced oropharyngeal cancer caused by HPV have better chances of survival

Study evaluates community weight loss campaign through online competition

Women with type O blood linked to low egg numbers

Coherex achieves two milestones in structural heart disease field

Phytonutrient Report says Americans do not consume enough fruits and vegetables

Researchers depict new statistical algorithm to identify genetic variations for common diseases

Tips to prevent lead poisoning in children

Study demonstrates changing levels of nitrite and nitrate in breast milk

Lifestyle intervention programs result in significant weight loss for overweight and severly obese adults

Prevention of vascular diseases needed to avoid tsunami of cases

Fred Hutchinson Center offers research-based tip sheets for breast cancer survivors

Two researchers receive European Research Council Starting Grants

New epilepsy drugs give more options, but make treatment decisions more complex: Epilepsy specialist

New guidelines feature various key updates for stroke or TIA survivors

Research suggests lowering cholesterol can reduce benign prostatic hyperplasia

FDA issues complete response letter for BYDUREON NDA

ASBP reviews current rules of prescription medication to treat obesity in Kansas

Study: Half of Canadians with osteoporosis have insufficient levels of vitamin D

Researchers study anti-inflammatory effects of food on healthy individuals

FDA approves BOTOX as prophylactic treatment for Chronic Migraine

IOM Report: Food nutrition labels should be simple, on front

Allure Medical Spa to offer FDA approved Coolsculpting by Zeltiq for non-invasive fat reduction

Highlighting calories, saturated fat, trans fat, and sodium in food packaging nutrition rating systems needed

Researchers propose Nintendo Wii gaming to control gestational diabetes in women

Abbott agrees to voluntarily withdraw obesity drug Meridia from U.S. market

Tips to keep bones strong

ESC pleased with European Health Award recognition for Chronic Disease Alliance

Abbott to withdraw sibutramine from Canadian market

Abbott to withdraw Meridia medicine from the U.S. market

Low-fat diet reduces risk of heart disease

Sucampo submits marketing application for Amitiza drug

American Cancer Society awards 94 national research, training grants to 70 institutions nationwide

Cancer cells utilize energy-rich intermediates of sugar metabolism: Research

Tips on pregnancy care from NHS Choices

International experts to discuss effect of diet on children's mental and behavioral development

Early diagnosis of interstitial cystitis can improve quality of life

Look AHEAD intervention program improves risk factors in obese, type 2 diabetic patients

Walnuts and walnut oil reduce blood pressure during stress: Study

South Asian ethnicity is a risk factor for cardiovascular events after renal transplantation

School vending machines can influence students' dietary choices

Obesity linked to overfeeding during infancy: Study

Natural remedy for eczema

Study shows blueberries may help fight atherosclerosis

Michigan University researchers receive funds to study breast cancer risk factors

Canadians living with depression significantly underestimate others' perceptions about illness

Bayer ™s new oral contraceptive receives FDA approval

Cargill introduces Clear Valley omega-3 shortening to help bakers differentiate products

Researchers find no link between dialysis treatments and cardiac symptoms

Consumers need to be made aware of benefits of low-calorie sweeteners

Yoga, Tai Chi effective in treating fibromyalgia

Takeda underscores commitment to ACTOS following FDA and EMA announcements for rosiglitazone

Study reveals elevated risk of type 2 diabetes in South Asians than other Asian immigrants

Physicians' health habits could affect their abilities to counsel patients on diet, exercise

Study: College women with heavy roommates gain less weight during freshman year

ACT people live longer but may have more mental health issues: Report

Study: Doctors who are overweight or lack training are reluctant to counsel patients about diet, exercise

First Edition: September 21, 2010

UCLA conference to provide information about latest developments to help enhance quality of life of seniors

CINJ, NJDHSS partner to create Center of Excellence for Cancer Surveillance

Hull House, ARAMARK Building Community introduce Community Health Engagement initiative

Metabolism imbalance increases asthma risk in children: Research

TNS NIPO study underlines need for wide-scale, reliable prostate cancer screening

School leavers at risk for obesity: Study

Researchers develop healthier, low saturated vegetable oil from soybeans

Study results may point way to effective weight loss maintenance

Researchers discover low levels of DHA associated with chronic neurodegenerative disease

NIH announces award to improve human microbiome research

Oragenics launches oral care probiotic products through GNC Stores

NHS Choices unveils typical signs, symptoms of cancer

Sleep deprived kids at risk of obesity: Study

Four week old children being fed a poor diet of biscuits, ice-cream and soft drinks

'Aspartame danger' myths

Fibrosis with inflammation after one year predicts risk of long-term kidney transplant failure

Avoidance of fluoride reduces anemia in pregnant women and decreases pre-term births

Increased physical activity can reduce cardiovascular risk in children from lower socio-educational background

Prevalence of obesity, diabetes high in California: Study

'Social business fund' could address social problems in Haiti, including health, Nobel Laureate says

Non-kidney transplant patients likely to undergo kidney transplant prior to dialysis: Study

Outpatient prevention programme by nurses reduces risk of recurrent complications in heart patients

Mixed pathologies in brains of elderly account for memory loss and confusion

Researchers find two high-fat diets reduce absence epilepsy in children

Supplementing diet with broccoli, plantain fibres prevents relapse of Crohn's disease: Study

Researchers to test new plantain based food product to treat Crohn's disease

Ocean Spray offers new dried fruit snacks

MWellA online community promotes awareness on mental disorders

Asian-Americans subgroups lack data on cardiovascular disease

Impax confirms initiation of challenge of patents listed by MSP Singapore for VYTORIN

News ways to tackle diabetes

Scientist suggests emodin can reduce impact of type 2 diabetes

Statin drugs can neutralise heart disease dangers of fatty food: Study

New superfood Ideal Omega Taste launched with free 'Omega Ice Cream' giveaway

Eliminating depression, diabetes can reduce levels of dementia: Study

Contrave added to diet and exercise regimen can induce significant weight loss

Jenkins wins three man weight loss challenge by Dr. Siegal's Cookie Diet weight-loss regimen

Sodium Working Group recommends reducing sodium intake among Canadians

Study explores benefits, risks of aggressive blood sugar control in hemodialysis patients

Supplementation of vitamin D protects vascular systems: Study

New study shows vitamin D deficiency is associated with arterial stiffness

New implantable sensor to continuously monitor tissue glucose

Genetic interaction with diet causes variations in metabolic traits

New study reveals potential role of TGF- 1 in kidney disease

Psychologists to host China's first-ever conference on positive psychology

Inhibiting fatty acid synthase can reduce atherosclerosis: Study

African Americans at increased risk of kidney failure caused by hypertension

Three toxins in food identified as triggers to gluten intolerance: study

Bristol-Myers Squibb second-quarter net sales increase 2% to $4.8 billion

Survey links autism with digestive problems, intestinal inflammation

Artificial colours in food linked to cancer and behavioral disorders in children: Study

Aetna awards $75,000 grant to support Judge Glenda Hatchett's ParentPowerNow! anti-obesity program

Simple health messages can prevent excess weight gain in young mothers

All dementia isn't Alzheimer's disease: Mayo Clinic

Rapid weight loss the best: Study

Medical standard of care triggers biological responses in brain that can fuel tumor cell survival: Researchers

Mizzou Advantage researchers examine food-related issues to find solutions for future

Obese people prefer non-commercial, non-stigmatizing techniques for lifestyle-change interventions

GSK confirms FDA advisory committees' vote to allow Avandia to remain on the market

Babies fed cow's milk in first 15 days of life are protected from dangerous allergies later on

Combined behavioral interventions most effective way to reduce heart disease risk

Teaching first-time mothers to feed babies responsively promotes more healthful diet: Research

Intensive weight loss intervention program reduces hot flushes in overweight, obese women

Differences in response to taste of fat between obese and lean men

Weight loss related to fewer hot flashes in menopausal women: study

Research findings could offer new approach to diabetes therapy, nutrition experts say

Colgate-Palmolive teams up with a trio of Saints to champion good oral health among Gulf Coast children

Standard Process launches new ProSynbiotic product

Regular use of fish oil supplements reduces risk of invasive ductal breast cancer

POMC neurons suppress appetite, induce weight loss: Research

People with high levels of vitamin B6 and methionine less likiely to develop lung cancer

High fructose diet can cause hypertension

Amylin presents improved indices of beta-cell function after three years of BYETTA(R) therapy

Study investigates efficacy of SWV measurement in evaluation of NASH pathophysiology using ultrasound

AFREZZA provides long-term glucose control in Type 2 diabetics: Study

Roche reports results of 5 taspoglutide Phase III studies for type 2 diabetes at 70th ADA

New preclinical data of XOMA 052 in animal model of Type 2 diabetes to be presented at ADA 2010

Masimo announces limited market release of Pronto-7 handheld hemoglobin spot-check testing device

Educational comic strips can help young girls make better food choices, improve physical fitness: Study

Novel MC4R agonist exhibits potential as new treatment for obesity, diabetes

LIVALO for primary hyperlipidemia or mixed dyslipidemia now available in U.S.

PHCG recognized with CEO Cancer Gold Standard accreditation in fight against cancer

Tea and coffee consumption linked with reduced heart disease: Study

Eating Mediterranean-style diet reduces heart disease risk: Research

ATA members raise concern about reduction in dietary iodine intake

Pecans may delay progression of age-related motor neuron degeneration: Study

Low-income African-Americans have higher risk of CKD: Research

Penn State study: Young girls who drink soda have less healthy diets through adolescence

CXCR4 protein may aid restore damage from MS and other neurodegenerative diseases: Researchers

Encouraging healthy lifestyle changes helps reduce aging relative's risk of cancer, say experts

New GUM PerioBalance helps maintain oral health

Allergan receives CEO Cancer Gold Standard accreditation

Water is essential but electrolyte drinks are needed when exercising in heat

Nutrient found in maternal diet provide lasting cognitive, emotional benefits to people with Down syndrome: Study

Olive oil produces greater weight loss in breast cancer survivors: Researchers

Over-the-counter supplements can cause hypertension and kidney failure

Restricting salt intake helps control blood pressure in dialysis patients: Research

Drink This, Not That! features 20 Worst Drinks In America

Increased BMI levels not attributed to sugar consumption: Study

Philips Livable Cities Award for improving health and well-being of people living in cities

New approach to prevention and management of Alzheimer's disease

New research seeks customised treatment of cardiovascular diseases

Compatibility between donated kidney's weight and weight of recipient improves success of transplantation

Meat pies meatier than before: Choice report

Weight Watchers group program helps obese adults lose weight, reduce glucose and insulin levels

3rd Annual Maywood Multicultural Farmers Market to feature health screenings, cooking tips

High-fat ketogenic diet reduces debilitating seizures in children with infantile spasms: Study

University of Leeds researchers identify natural defence mechanism against heart disease

High-fat ketogenic diet effective in treating infantile spasms

Is gluten the latest villain in the battle for better health?

United Spinal Association and ICS co-sponsor first annual conference to empower women with disabilities

Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource offers information about abdominal aortic aneurysms

Most breastfeeding mothers do not follow proper diet, study reveals

Researchers study effects of dark chocolates in reducing heart disease

A checklist to stay healthy at every age

Imprinted genes may be the root cause of gender specific diseases, says study

Chicken nuggets rate not too good in nutritional value: consumer report

Australia ™s first ever health policy for men

Annual heart disease and stroke rates in China to rise up to 73% by 2030: Research

Dark chocolate may protect brain after stroke by increasing cellular signals: Researchers

Caffeine is effective in preventing cataract formation, says study

Varying portion size may encourage children to eat more fruits and vegetables

Pay-for-performance may create unintended financial incentives for doctors to discriminate against obese patients

Prevalence of childhood obesity, overweight appears to vary among states: Report

Percentage of obese girls in the U.S. increases: HRSA study

IFT supports FDA's salt reduction initiative

Tart cherries reduce osteoarthritis pain

NIH awards Hutchinson Center $10.24M for research of breast cancer disparities in Hispanic women

Stealth interventions may help people eat better, exercise more: Study

Raptor Pharmaceutical presents positive results from Phase 2a trial of DR cysteamine bitartrate for NASH

Differing views on organic food and its health benefit

Short-term calorie restriction improves function of T-cells

Excess urinary protein excretion increases risk of kidney, heart complications in people with hypertension

Impax initiates challenge of patent listed by Shionogi Pharma concerning Fenoglide

New statewide WIC nutrition education curriculum encourages healthful eating

FIESTY acronym to improve cognitive function, reduce chances of developing dementia

Whole grains in diet translate to multiple health benefits: says research

Study: Cigarette smoking, fructose consumption can worsen NAFLD

Researchers to commence enrolling participants in National Children's Study

Cell phone program to promote more physical activity

Nearly 50% of adult U.S. population at risk from heart disease

New federally funded programs to address health disparities in underserved communities

Drinking lemonade prevents kidney stone formation

New studies on cancer prevention presented at 101st AACR Annual Meeting 2010

Secrets, solutions, strategies and shortcuts to win against personal autism challenges

SpectraCell Laboratories introduces apolipoprotein E genotyping

Vitamin D intake from foods, supplements may not predict relationship between cancer and vitamin D

Nutrition experts call for sodium reduction strategies

Children may inherit the urge to exercise, but environment often stops them from doing so

Scientists suggest link between well-cooked meat and increased risk of bladder cancer

Higher intake of vitamin K from dietary sources associated with lower risk of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma

Calorie restriction may help people to lead longer and healthier lives

Self-monitoring of Coumadin levels reduces risk of blood clots by 50%: Study

Regulus Therapeutics' metabolic disease program data presented at Diabetes Keystone Symposium

Obesity prejudice in medical community

Leading experts discuss health effects of low calorie sweeteners at BNF conference

Lawyer suggests tips on insurance and well being

New article focuses on the role of registered dietitians in patient management

Researchers may be one step closer to slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease

Remediable conditions influence health, development and growth of young children

Torax Medical's LINX Anti-Reflux treatment receives CE Mark approval

Soccer for Health

Research shows direct link between dental health and general health

DLVSC offers Zeltiq procedure to freeze away unwanted fat cells

Comprehensive cardiac health study provides superior results

Exposure to certain chemicals may lead to early pubertal development

High-protein diet safe and healthy for losing weight

Mayo Clinic introduces a reliable and easy-to-understand resource on alternative medicine

Personalized online resource to help Canadians achieve healthy weight loss

Overweight infants may experience delayed motor skills

Dr. Siegal's COOKIE DIET products available in New York City from Dr. Shapiro

Erbitux can now be used in Japan as 1st-line treatment for mCRC: Merck Serono

Ontario's budget to eliminate $250 dietary allowance available to ill recipients

Study provides new clues to obesity epidemic

Early screening for diabetes and kidney disease can improve health outcomes

Santarus enrolls 510 patients in Phase III clinical program for budesonide MMX

Heavy drinkers more likely to have adverse health-related practices

Hot dogs: Top food-related choking hazard in children under 3

Maple syrup has anti-oxidants, healthy biological properties: Study

Natural fibre in sea kelp may help tackle obesity

Diabetes patients who have lower tendency to reach out to others have higher mortality rate: Study

Mrs. Obama on childhood obesity

Research shows clove is the best antioxidant spice

Lipitor 80 mg may help reduce risk of major cardiovascular events in high-risk patients

Tips for reducing LDL cholesterol

NKF: Certain ethnic minorities are at higher risk for developing CKD

Global Nutrition Transition Conference: Physicians and nutrition scientists to discuss solutions for preventing obesity

Youngsters create short films to address obesity and eating disorders

Childhood obesity: Genetic variation could be a factor

USA/Ireland Functional Foods conference to focus on science of gut function and response to diet

WebMD Health Exchange platform launched to help consumers get health and wellness support

Taxing less healthful foods may steer adults toward healthier diets

Weight and risk for diabetes decrease for people in communities where fast food prices increase: Study

Governor Rendell recognizes the value of good nutrition and regular exercise in promoting good health

Study indicates climate change plays a role in malaria transmission

General Nutrition Centers' net income up 56.3% for fourth-quarter 2009

Blood glucose-lowering hormone FGF21 also activates brown adipose tissue metabolism

Mayo Clinic Diet produces better results when dieters add personal coaching to their efforts to get healthier

Majority of consumers read food labels; skeptical of 'low fat' or 'high fiber' labels

Soluble fiber in oats, apples and nuts reduces inflammation; strengthens immune system

Study reveals most consumers are unclear about dietary nutrients

Daily consumption of chlorella can help maintain healthy body

$28M grant to examine neural and behavioral profiles of healthy cognitive aging

Validus Medical Systems introduces bi-directional mobile software solution for hospital systems

FDA accepts for filing VIVUS' Qnexa NDA

Habits of modern life may shorten life-span of the Millennium Generation

Avoiding dairy products due to lactose intolerance may pose diet and health risks, say experts

Joint science advisory issues messages for diabetics at risk for heart disease and stroke

Shop at the perimeter of grocery stores to fight weight gain

Woman's risk of heart disease intensifies during natural menopause: Study

Findings suggest bitter melon extract may help in preventing breast cancer

Behavioral Neuroscience: Adolescents more susceptible to internal and environmental factors

Humans can harbor bacteria in gallstones, infect others with active typhoid fever

Committee calls for strategies to curb hypertension

Obama Administration releases details of over $400M Healthy Food Financing Initiative

Guiding Stars storewide nutrition navigation system influences healthier food purchasing decisions

Parker Waichman Alonso applauds GSK for deciding to stop manufacturing denture adhesive products made with zinc

Untreated gum disease has potentially dangerous implications

Lower dose of avosentan drug may provide more favorable results in diabetes patients

Eat fruits and vegetables to prevent heart disease

Any new pressure in upper body can signal heart attack

Mayo Clinic Health Letter features comprehensive coverage of the liver

Mediterranean diet beneficial to heart health: Study

Study suggests obesity prevention efforts should begin much earlier

NovaShunt initiates study to evaluate AFS for refractory ascites patients

Jamie Oliver's TED Prize wish: Foundation to transform junk food culture and reduce incidence of obesity

Barley beta-glucan soluble fiber lowers cholesterol and reduces risk for coronary heart disease

Researchers investigate risk factors for childhood obesity

New research sheds light on the negative impact that food product placements in movies could have on children

Rating of risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease: Low IQ follows cigarette smoking

Children with depressive symptoms may have greater affinity for sweets, says study

FDA expands indication for Crestor

Butter leads to lower blood fat levels compared to olive oil

Cardiologists recommend tips to prevent heart disease

A program to raise awareness of heart disease

'Doctor Shopping': Data from California's prescription monitoring program

Prehistoric data suggests link between tooth enamel defects and early mortality

Study finds racial, ethnic and socioeconomic disparities in cancer incidence

Findings could lead to new therapeutic strategies for obesity

Health insurer supports women ™s campaign against heart disease

Cardiologist provides heart-healthy tips for women

Food labels can help in making heart-healthy food choices

Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing: Research news

MedPage Today publishes most read medical stories

Blood sugar levels link decision making to metabolic cues

Extensive gap exists between primary care practice and obesity care

Potential risk factors in skipping insulin injections

Findings may point toward potential therapies for type 2 diabetes

People with higher levels of vitamin D less likely to develop bowel cancer

Heart murmurs in pediatric patients is not a serious condition, says physician

Infertility can lead to isolation and impact on couple ™s relationships

Tips to identify signs of eating disorders

Reducing dietary salt can offer significant health benefits

Interactive debate on low calorie sweeteners in today's changing foodscape

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: A deadly disease that often goes undetected

Research article examining the use of acupuncture to prevent PPOI published

Researchers identify new gene variants associated With glucose, insulin levels

Inadequate saliva and fluoride can contribute to tooth decay

Work provides new insight into potential therapeutic treatments for cancer diseases

Tocotrienol form of vitamin E prevents neural cell death and rescues the brain after stroke injury

Research shows diet plans can have a major influence on weight loss

SIRIUS XM Radio to broadcast medical breakthroughs and milestones of the last ten years

European Society of Cardiology warns public about risk factors involved in obesity, diabetes and hypertension

New evidence suggests long-term exposure to cell phone signals may protect against Alzheimer's disease

Three out of four Americans fall into 'WannabeWELL' category

Health and hard-earned money traded on high-fat, poor-quality food

SSHE starts off "Seattle Sutton's 2010 Slim Down" weight loss contest

Vitamin C reverses accelerated aging due to Werner's syndrome

Highlights of January 2010 'Ophthalmology'

Food addiction remains largely ignored but can be easily overcome, says psychologist

Santarus submits rifamycin SV MMX IND to the FDA

CRN stands by Ginkgo biloba's effectiveness in improving cognitive function

"America's Wellness Challenge" campaign to motivate people to change their health habits

Learning disabilities: Understanding the problem and managing the challenges

Tips to achieve fitness and weight loss goals

Olive oil for prevention of breast cancer

Jamie Oliver to receive the 2010 TED Prize

Immuno Laboratories and TRPN sign agreement to reduce chronic illness

New study to examine physical activity and dietary behavior of colorectal cancer patients

Interleukin Genetics introduces the Bone Health Genetic Test

Tips for healthy living for the year ahead

Cannabis for Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease treatment

People are more prone to Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, explains new research

Tips for healthy and balanced diet during holiday season

AstraZeneca's CRESTOR receives favorable vote from FDA Advisory Committee

New top-line results for patient preference study evaluating Kristalose for Oral Solution announced

Nutrition education may help diabetes patients to adopt better dietary habits

Reducing TV time may help prevent obesity in adults

Myrrh resin may have cholesterol-lowering properties

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh officially opens HB4Life Center for caregivers

Special issue focuses on cardiovascular disease prevention and outcomes

Soyfood consumption linked to decreased risk of breast cancer, finds study

Registered dietitians recommend vitamins and supplements for improved bone health

MEP HG and heart experts discuss EU achievements in combating cardiovascular disease

Research suggests that everyday germs may prevent diseases in adulthood

Today's opinions and editorials

$225,000 funding for promising epilepsy research

Lab grown muscle cells raise hope for gastric reflux and fecal incontinence

Wake up call to the Americans regarding hunger issue

Detroit Science Center launches "Diabetes: A Deeper Look" traveling exhibit

Manpei Suzuki Diabetes Foundation announces the 2009 winner of International Prize

Health bill's lesser-known provisions could have big impact

New study identifies link between anticipated unhappiness in old age and young men's binge drinking

Americans living in the Southern region may have elevated risk of dying from stroke

Aetna Better Health teams up with Hartford student to highlight the importance of diabetes and health literacy

New MEMS sensor may help clinicians distinguish stable and unstable plaque during cardiac emergencies

Flaxseed oil may reduce reduce the risk of osteoporosis

New research examines screen time in home-based and center-based child care settings

Schoolchildren should eat snail pie to reduce malnutrition and iron deficiency, says nutritionist

Finding disproves clinical guidelines about dieting while quitting smoking

Sleep apnea is associated with cardiovascular risk factors among kidney transplant patients

Tips for staying safe and healthy during Thanksgiving holiday

Cardiologists detect atherosclerosis in ancient Egyptian mummies

New, effective body-sculpting tool from Lutronic

Color of skin impacts health, say researchers

Report on the behaviour and attitudes of the over-50s consumer

Focus on healthy lifestyle to maintain weight this holiday season

Childhood exposure to environmental pollutants could impact development in the long-term

Artificially increasing selenium status above the level required is unwarranted, study calls for further research

New website on healthy lifestyle and its issues launched by Healthy Life Network

OmSanA: A new option to maintain healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels

New non-invasive procedures may help in reducing localized fat safely and effectively

Tips for treating age-related dermatologic concerns

Dark side of compulsive eating

Low-fat diet improves mood and memory skills, says new study

Arrayit joins federal government to help control health care costs through early diagnosis of diseases

PAH patients face life-threatening risks from medication errors

Colorful fruits and vegetables help boost immunity system

H1N1 vaccine: Discussions and debates

Impax Laboratories initiates patent challenge for TRICOR

Smartphones for diabetic patients

CCS updates the Canadian guidelines for the management and treatment of dyslipidemia

EB Sport announces the availability two branded fitness kits for men and women

Propolis exhibits antioxidant and anti-microbial properties that are beneficial to human health

Rural Oregons in poverty face tough choices between eating well and spending less money for meals

Guide for living a healthy and active lifestyle

TOPROL-XL and metoprolol succinate are available for patients in all regions across the country: AstraZeneca

Online weight management support for overweight teen girls and mothers

Mirafit fbcx reduces human body absorption of consumed fat

New data on KAPIDEX for nighttime heartburn in adults with non-erosive GERD presented at the 2009 ACG

Natural, aspartame-free, multi-vitamins for children

Santarus to present results from two investigator-initiated studies with ZEGERID at 2009 ACG meeting

Smart for Life Cookie Diet program helps people to keep weight off

Study links urogenital birth defects with DDT

Vasamed partners with BBHOP for peripheral arterial disease research

ADA supports IOM ™s proposal on school nutrition programs

NFL, NDC launch 'Fuel Up to Play 60' to tackle childhood obesity

Depression becomes more difficult to treat the longer it goes undiagnosed or undertreated

New evidence indicates humans naturally regulate their salt intake

AHA: Americans should reduce their calorie intake to combat obesity and cardiovascular disease

Arena Pharmaceuticals to present Phase 3 BLOSSOM trial results at Obesity 2009

Santarus and Norgine enter into a licensing agreement for ZEGERID products

NIH awards Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center $38.2M in grants

Keep oral health in mind during Thanksgiving Day

Exercise offers significant health benefits for patients with chronic kidney dysfunction

CHEO researchers identify protein that inhibits insulin production

Coeliac disease patients at risk of osteoporosis

FDA approves Daiichi Sankyo's sNDA for Welchol

Physical activity during adolescence decreases risk of glioma

Tips for running a marathon

Survey finds majority of Americans are at risk of heart disease due to their lifestyle factor

Study finds link between allergic inflammation and nephropathy in men with type 2 diabetes

CSIRO research on grains and lamb to develop new dietary sources of omega-3 oils

CEO Cancer Gold Standard accreditation for State Farm

Januvia in combination with metformin or taken alone lowers blood sugar

Winners of Paul Marks Prize 2009

Safety profiles of JANUVIA and JANUMET drugs established through clinical development program

Rosiglitazone slows progression of cachexia in cancer affected mice

URMC study provides a new focus on health care in young adulthood

Lifestyle choices affect the incidence and treatment of cancer

Interleukin Genetics reports positive results from clinical study on weight management

Laura Creavalle, TotalTrainer announce partnership

Pros and cons of the estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate

Health of American workers trending downwards

MDC scientist receives 1 million euros for diabetic research

Del Monte Foods sponsors the San Francisco Heart Walk

Report on the current nutrition and health situation in Europe

Treatment costs for diabetes care are higher in Texas than other states

Proposal renews calls for tax on sugary beverages

FDA approves Valturna tablets for treating high blood pressure

CCPHA research reveals the serious health risks of drinking soda

CEO Cancer Gold Standard accreditation for Meridian Health

Pan American Health Organization calls for preventing sickness to curtail health care costs

Study investigates links between acne, diet and mental health issues

New program educates parents on fun, healthy mealtime ideas

Survey of American children's oral health released

High-Definition Tummy Tuck procedure for hourglass figure

Reportlinker's report analyzes the global market for cancer therapies

Reportlinker's report on anti-obesity drugs

Virginia Tech wins National Science Foundation grant to study knee ligament sprains

CEO Cancer Gold Standard accreditation for ASCO

OB-GYNs explore common pregnancy myths

Nutrisystem D program helps overweight type 2 diabetic people lose weight

Pronova BioPharma receives the 2009 Frost & Sullivan Excellence in Financial & Risk Management Award

Tightening the belt for health reform

94-year-old crusader seeks ban on trans fats in the American diet

Americans' health perceptions contradict national statistics

Combination of LIVALO and itraconazole drugs shows no adverse reactions

Exercise prevents increase in the number of fat cells during weight regain

Fox Chase becomes the seventh cancer center to receive the CEO Cancer Gold Standard accreditation

Study reveals that low carbohydrate diet delayed the need for antihyperglycemic drug therapy in type 2 diabetic patients

Cumberland Pharmaceuticals posts $9.8 million revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2009

Waters exhibits the SYNAPT G2 system at the 18th International Mass Spectrometry Conference in Europe

Study reveals poor body satisfaction and increased risk of disordered weight control behaviors among 10 to 11 year old children

Study reveals high levels of ergothioneine in RBCs of women with pre-eclampsia

UCLA finds link between high cholesterol and osteoporosis

Chinese scientists present study on oxycholesterol's cholesterol-boosting effects at 238th ACS meeting

Consumer-friendly "finger stick" blood test to detect cardiovascular disease is broadly available now

Nutrisystem's 28-Day program maintains an affordable per-meal cost

Diet pills, alcohol, caffeine, nicotine, amphetamines and cocaine abused by patients with eating disorders

Survey aims to better understand daily needs of unpaid caregivers of people with diabetes

Transcript: President Obama Town Hall meeting in New Hampshire

New approach targets gut hormone to lower blood sugar levels

Research looks at health and environmental effects of exposure to nanoparticles

Healthy choices to prevent cancer

No evidence for superior nutritional content of organic produce

Associations between lifestyle factors and quality of life among older, long-term breast, prostate, and colorectal cancer survivors

More evidence in favour of a healthy lifestyle in the prevention of cardiovascular disease

Many Australian parents oblivious to the fact their children are overweight

IQ explains some of the difference in heart disease between people of high and low socio-economic status

CHOICE shows high levels of dangerous trans fats in Australian food supply

Omega-3 fatty acids may protect against progression of age-related macular degeneration

Diabetes drug exenatide promotes weight loss when added to diet and exercise

Discovery of possible role for vitamin D in weight loss

Extreme caffeinated soft drink diet leaves woman with serious health issues

New direction needed for obesity research

Protein discovery provides new targets for drugs that could extend the healthy years of life

Would eating five portions of fruit and vegetables a day really benefit everyone?

Support the key to maintaining that weight loss

Smoking makes it harder for brain blood flow to recover from long-term heavy drinking

Building a bridge from Alzheimer's disease to diabetes and vice versa

Probiotics may help fight obesity post pregnancy

Mushrooms may boost the body's natural immune system

Research shows why certain atherosclerotic lesions can turn deadly

New light shed on salt-sensitive hypertension

Call for mothers to address bone health with daughters

Wealthier people choose better diets - but pay more per calorie

Dietary acrylamide not linked to increased lung cancer risk in men

Half a glass of wine a day may boost life expectancy by five years

Cancer incidence, mortality, treatment and survival in Ireland

Patients with stone disease could benefit from drinking diet soda

Food giant Unilever on a worthy mission to reduce salt in all products

Vegan nuns found to have same bone density as non-vegans

More reasons to eat green vegetables

Surgery for obesity

Soybean chemicals may reduce menopause symptoms

Too much dietary protein and fat may lead to insulin resistance

Reducing sugar and increasing fiber intake may improve diabetes risk factors in Latino teens

Maternal personality traits affects child's eating habits

Torax Medical launches study of new LINX Reflux management system

Diet and lifestyle choices influence cancer survival

Research reveals new options for people with phenylketonuria

Mice and men should have more in common in clinical trials

Typical Western diet is a recipe for colon cancer

Sodas increase risk for coronary heart disease

Diabetics on high-fiber diets might need extra calcium

Red and processed meat linked to greater risk of death from all causes

Why low GI diet makes you feel full

Research shows strong links between mothers' diets and the health of their children

Study reinforces the importance of healthy living for women

Lack of vitamin D in the diet could mean too much fat on adolescents

Systematic estimation of breast cancer risk appears justified in postmenopausal women

Folic acid appears to double risk for prostate cancer

Regular family meals result in better eating habits for adolescents

BDNF gene shows promise as target for treating obesity

Missing link between fructose, insulin resistance found

Low energy density diet offsets influence of obesity gene

Drugs that act on 'fasting signal' may curb insulin resistance in obese

One-third of Americans losing sleep over the state of the U.S. economy

Children born to women who have low blood levels of vitamin B12 have increased risk for neural tube defects

Drinking one glass of wine a day may lower risk of Barrett's esophagus

Regular screening for colorectal cancer remains effective in preventing and detecting disease early

Scientists measure impact of high-fat diet on the spread of cancer

The availability of healthy food choices and your quality of diet is associated with where you live

Comparison of popular diets

Discovery of 'obesity gene' involved in weight gain response to high-fat diet

One or two drinks a day increase the risk of cancer in women

High-fat diets inflame fat tissue surrounding blood vessels

Exercise cuts colon cancer risk by a quarter

Experts say multivitamins have no impact on older women's risk of cancer or heart disease

New diagnoses encourage people to make health behavior changes

Eating a Mediterranean diet linked to lower risk of cognitive impairment

New understanding of blinding degenerative eye conditions

Expert warns we are heading for a cancer 'explosion' within 3 years

Salt and the City is a killer and we're awash with it!

Vitamin D linked to better muscle power

Amino acid arginine could help fight human obesity

Fat-free diet reduces liver fat in fat-free mice

Study finds vitamin use is highest in children who don't need them

Inflammation in colon may get doused before fueling cancer development

Weight loss in overweight and obese women reduces urinary incontinence

Shift workers' body clocks studied to prevent certain cancers

Simple test determines whether children have oropharyngeal dysphagia swallowing disorder

You are what your parents ate!

Reduce the calories and increase that brain power!

Physicians counsel their overweight type 2 diabetes patients to lose weight - many not listening

Impaired kidney function raises risk of heart problems in the elderly

Fetal health affected by mother's diet

Potential new biomarker for colon cancer

European viral epidemic linked to global warming

Breakthrough in treating premature babies at risk of developmental disorders

Fatty liver disease medication may have no effect

Vitamin D offers widespread benefits for health

Fat busting drug Leptin could make a comeback

People with Ala12 gene variant need to watch out for high fat in their diets

Novel treatment option for obesity

'Low-carb' best diets for type 2 diabetes

Researchers link blood sugar to normal cognitive aging

Researchers identify common gene variant linked to high blood pressure

Measuring nanoparticle behavior in the body using MRI

Updated guidelines for irritable bowel syndrome

Women double fruit and vegetable intakes with switch to Mediterranean diet

Preventing food allergies in children - a change of strategy?

Coping with a serious illness through the holidays

Receptor for prostaglandin-E2 plays key role in atherosclerosis development

Tongue reconstruction at University of Michigan

Discovery of seven new sites in the human genome found to influence obesity

Mathematical models of adaptive immunity

Merck Serono's Kuvan receives European marketing authorization

Intervention in infants with cystic fibrosis key to slowing progression

Moderate alcohol intake boosts amount of omega-3 fatty acids in our body

Pregnant women with asthma can be more confident about some medicines

More alkaline diet strengthens skeletal health

Liver disease tackled with dedicated unit at Imperial College London

Researchers identify molecule that tells your brain your stomach is full

Gut found to exert control over bone

Millions being tricked into buying useless diet food products or supplements

Dieters could have a harder time fighting flu

Scientists develop 'barcode chip' to revolutionize diagnostic medical testing

Higher protein meals help keep the fat away

Vitamin D deficiency may be a culprit in heart disease, high blood pressure and metabolic syndrome

Intervention program boosts survival in breast cancer patients

Hypertension may develop undetected in young African-American men

Most children still failing to eat five pieces of fruit and veg a day

Research shows why some heart failure treatments fail

High-fat diet during pregnancy makes new cells in fetal brain that cause early onset obesity

Fatty diet during pregnancy produces new neurons in fetal brain

Grape seeds could ward off Alzheimer's

Psychiatric illness linked to stillbirth and newborn deaths

Coping and copulation behavior may help calculate diabetes risk

New report looks at weight-loss diets, eating plans and diet pills

Risk of sudden cardiac death highest early after attack

New weapon in the fight against obesity and diabetes

Watching lots of sexual content on TV linked to subsequent teen pregnancy

Melanin shows potential as new drug target for obesity

Genetically modified tomatoes rich in anthocyanins

New obesity drug Tesofensine may have huge potential

Sudden cardiac death number one risk for patients on dialysis

Junk food responsible for 35% of the world's heart attacks

People with severe obstructive sleep apnea often have poor diets

Combo of sunlight and low antioxidant levels leave seniors at risk of eye disease

Caffeine not associated with overall breast cancer risk

Weight linked to prostate cancer death

Researchers discover genes linked to increased gout risk

New York City blacks more likely than other races to have high blood pressure, report finds

Women who smoke increase their risk of dying prematurely

Men's health campaign launched to address often overlooked physical, emotional and sexual issues affecting men with diabetes

Campaign to rid food of artificial colours hits the road in Australia and New Zealand

Vitamin B deficiency may cause vascular cognitive impairment

British supermarkets guilty of promoting unhealthy foods

Top Sydney hospital appoints specialist to treat childhood obesity

Dietary patterns related to attainment in school: the importance of early eating patterns

Therapies which boost the clearance of faulty proteins in cells may slow down ageing

Research compares organic food with food grown with pesticides and chemicals

Commonly used diabetes monitoring test could identify millions of people with undiagnosed diabetes

Obese and overweight women need more exercise to sustain weight loss

Regular meals important for the health

Regular walking protects the Masai against cardiovascular disease

Culturally tailored education can improve blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes

Low-sodium advice for asthmatics should be taken with a pinch of salt

Obesity can cause fertility problems in men

An analysis of food's affect on the brain

Diabetes effects sperm quality

Resveratrol mimics the beneficial effects of eating fewer calories

Poor diet while pregnant can harm your baby

Children, adolescents living with HIV have higher rates of risk factors for cardiovascular issues

High fructose syrup unlikely to be more harmful than other sweeteners, says AMA

Decisions best made on a full stomach

Sun and vitamin D levels may play a strong role in risk of type 1 diabetes in children

More evidence red wine keep hearts young

By 2024 one in seven women will be diagnosed with breast cancer

Good news for diabetics

Experimental drug blocks prostate cancer in animal study

51% of insured U.S. residents regularly take prescription drugs for chronic illnesses

Nutrition for the growing athlete: The good, the bad and the ugly

The gender gap is alive and well in heart disease

Gene sequence that can make half of us fatter is discovered

Popular blood pressure drugs could hold the key to weight loss

Soaring rates of pregnant women with diabetes

Survey suggests 65% of women in the U.S. could have an eating disorder

Child's sex is associated with the mother's diet

One man's struggle with an eating disorder

New national ad campaign encourages men to take preventive steps in their health care

Keep children's health in mind

Restricted calorie diets prevent pancreatic inflammation and cancer

Too much fibre and too little fat not appropriate for toddlers

Aussie blokes in denial about beer guts

What we eat and drink affects our risk of cancer

Phytochemical-rich foods effective at reversing age-related deficits in memory

Potential drug target identified for diabetes by studying novel gut-brain-liver circuit

Surgery and drugs not enough to combat obesity

Gene oppositely controlled by dietary protein, sugar

Abdominal fat increases the risk of death

Tart cherries cut heart/diabetes risk factors

Newly identified height genes may lead to treatments for arthritis and cancer

Not all trans fats are bad for you

Body mass often down to our genes

Partners can help or hinder attempts at changing diet

Children with healthy diets perform better in school

Battle against obesity could be tackled one community at a time

Vegan diet for rheumatoid arthritis patients protects from heart attacks and strokes

National Institutes of Health launches center to study genomics and health disparities

Gene network disrupted by obesity

Preschoolers benefit from daycare program to prevent obesity

Watch your teeth if drinking energy drinks

Caring for a family member with a serious heart ailment may increase your risk of cardiac disease

Weight loss more effective than intensive insulin therapy for type 2 diabetics

UT Southwestern offers free educational sessions on weight-loss surgery

Guidelines for weight gain during pregnancy should be revised

Theories about preventing childhood allergies questioned

Risks of long-term hormone therapy continue to outweigh benefits

Broccoli and Brussels sprouts protect against bladder cancer

Adolescents need to start the day off 'right' by eating breakfast

Hypertension linked to heavy drinking

Kidney stones in men

Capsule endoscopy detects intestinal damage caused by celiac disease

Low income and living in a rural Australia makes healthy eating more expensive

Novel link between excessive nutrient levels and insulin resistance

Link between excessive food intake and insulin resistance

Obese teens need more help and U.S. expert says surgical solutions should not be dismissed

Fighting the global obesity epidemic

Protein shortens life but leads to more children

Screening for colorectal cancer should start at 40

Alpha-linolenic acid good for dry eye syndrome

Study confirms that low-calorie sweeteners are helpful in weight control

Setting up a roadblock for atherosclerosis

Whole grain diets lower risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease

Endurance training improves metabolism in mice

Scientists gain new understanding of gut bugs

Vitamin D for cancer

Study finds widespread vitamin and mineral use among cancer survivors, although benefits of such use remain unclear

Body fat protein adiponectin plays role in tumour growth

Collaboration to improve the UK's health

Sex, drugs and diet top issues parents want doctors to discuss with kids

Malnourishment in young mothers and their babies has consequences well beyond infant health and mortality

Fast-food consumption increases metabolic syndrome risk

Special report on the aging eye

Supplements of lipoic acid could reduce atherosclerosis, weight gain

Mediterranean diet for pregnant women reduces child's risk for asthma

Eating out can have both positive and negative impact on obesity

Four golden rules can give you 14 extra years of life

Maintaining a strict diet - study looks at boredom

Low school subjective social status may be an important contributor to increases in BMI in girls

Anxiety raises heart attack risk

Takeda submits NDA for Alogliptin (SYR-322) in the U.S.

Love those eggs and butter?

The benefits of 30 minutes of exercise

Aging gracefully requires taking out the trash

Link between obesity and bad breath

$1.7 million grant to advance understanding of genetic influences on diabetes

Effects of diet and physical activity on the possibility of developing lung cancer

FDA under pressure to do something about salt in foods

Cancer risks for urban African-American women grow, healthy diets more difficult to maintain

Industry has a key responsibility in fighting obesity

Study looks at effects of smoking and breathing second-hand smoke along with drinking

New mums short on sleep pile on the pounds

Impact of sleep deprivation on postpartum weight retention

It's not just sugary sodas that are adding to the obesity crisis!

Progress in in food allergy prevention

Nitrite/nitrate-rich foods may help in heart attack survival

Brain appears to play important role in glucose metabolism and insulin action

Heart failure patients benefit from nurse-led intervention

Fertility diet

Severely restricting calories leads to a longer life

Hate those greens?....could be in your genes!

Link between obesity and viral infections

Breakfast cereal helps prevent heart failure

Women who gain weight throughout adulthood have a greater breast cancer risk

Smoking, alcohol, being underweight and poor diet all risk factors for osteoporosis

Fast foods full of salt

Sunlight may decrease risk of advanced breast cancer

Heart attacks and suicide higher in those who have surgery for obesity

Severely mentally ill at high risk for cardiovascular disease

Garlic boosts hydrogen sulfide to relax arteries

Dietary advice for reducing cardiovascular risk

Hooked on chocolate? the answer why may lie in your gut

Thin stay thin while fat get fatter

Professor says anti-carb hysteria is nonsense!

Experts urge women to eat plenty of fish while pregnant

Infant mortality rates decline in New York City

Low doses of a red wine ingredient resveratrol fights diabetes in mice

Calcium deficiency may increase the tendency of advanced breast cancer to target bone

Surprise at how few children take vitamin supplements

Low maternal cholesterol levels may lead to adverse birth outcomes

Lifestyle changes could prevent one in ten cases of breast cancer by 2024

Leptin plays a major role in islet cell growth and insulin secretion

FDA approves new adjustable gastric band for morbid obesity

Many patients with diabetes say burden of care rivals complications of disease

Rehabilitation significantly underused after heart attack and bypass surgery

Lifestyle interventions in the treatment of childhood overweight

Scientists capture first optical images of carbon nanotubes inside a living organism

High GI diet's make fatty liver epidemic a very real threat

Past clinical trials of vitamin E fatally flawed

Diets rich in rapidly-digested carbohydrates may cause fatty liver

Older women more knowledgeable about cholesterol than younger women

Hydrogen sulfide limits severe heart attack damage

Any kind of exercise helps control diabetes but combo of aerobic and resistance training the best

High fat diet and exercise stimulate the breakdown of fats

Circulating fats kill transplanted pancreas cells

Diet rich in fruit, veg and fish reduces children's asthma risk

Mothers-to-be in Britain will get £200 to spend on healthy food

Experts say screening families of heart attack victims could save many lives

Folic acid helps prevent facial cleft

Do not ignore fatigue

Red wine for prostate cancer

Teenage girls who are dieting are almost twice as likely to start smoking

Brain function is even more impaired in cirrhotic than non-cirrhotic alcoholics

Effects of obesity on egg and infertility discovered

Good cholesterol may be a bad guy after all!

Benefits of vitamin D for cancer prevention

Cytokines shown to be a cause of type 2 diabetes

Eating junk food during pregnancy and breastfeeding gives offspring taste for junk food

Vitamin supplements no benefit to women's heart health

Colon cancer survivors should stick to a 'prudent' diet

Gene use sets humans and chimps apart

New molecular regulators of hyperthyroidism and goiter

The role of estrogens and polyphenols in hypertension and diabetes

FGFR4 gene plays a complex role in obesity, fatty liver and diabetes

The skeleton is an endocrine organ

Lack of sleep leads to increased urinary output and more salt in urine

Fiets that fit individuals' health profiles

Nimesulide delays pancreatic cancer precursors in mice

Goats' milk healthier than cows' milk

Concerns noted on study of soft drinks and metabolic syndrome

A quarter of adult New Yorkers have elevated blood mercury levels

Reducing insulin signaling in the brain can prolong lifespan

Prevention and treatment of vitamin D deficiency

Lentils good for dieting

Eating disorders patients are likely to abuse Alli

Selenium and type 2 diabetes

Adiponectin serves as energy-conserving signal to the brain

Western diet increases breast cancer risk in Asian women

Selenium supplements may do more harm than good

Balanced diet keeps asthma away

Low-fat, high-carbohydrate, sucrose-containing diet combined with increased exercise can be effective for slimming

Researchers create flour enriched with varying levels of bran

Study shows inaccuracies in cardiac PET-CT imaging

Chocolate lovers rejoice - it lowers the blood pressure!

Big Apple gets serious about trans fats

Portion controlled crockery helps obese lose weight

New risk marker for overweight children

Low carb diets may increase the risk for bowel cancer

Many college students on the path toward chronic health diseases

Does Alli work?

Mediterranean diet may cause changes in the colon that prevent cancer

Cholesterol causes changes in gene expression

Alli weight loss drug on the U.S. market soon

Facts about heart disease for women

In mice, drug protects against diabetes and atherosclerosis

Pramlintide treatment curbs fast food consumption and tendency to binge eat

Preparing for a baby

Diet influenced by genetics

Hot flashes may be a good sign for women with early stage breast cancer

More women exercise, the more they need to eat to stay healthy

Researchers identify novel genetic mutations linked to hereditary diffuse gastric cancer

Flaxseed halts prostate tumor growth

Dietary vitamin B6. B12 and folate, may decrease pancreatic cancer risk among lean people

Once-fatal metabolic disorders treatable

Chocolate good for the memory!

Soy nuts lower blood pressure in postmenopausal women

New data on the probiotic strain Bifantis

Seniors and heart disease: Lower cholesterol, cut your risk

Exercise rejuvenates muscle tissue in healthy senior citizens

Macrophages may have role blocking obesity

Study breaks link between lycopene and prostate cancer prevention

Lipoic acid appears to slow down the process of aging

Circadian clock gene plays role in weight gain

Health effects of isoflavones and breast cancer

Merits and risks of postmenopausal hormone therapy

Taking too many multivitamins may be linked to advanced prostate cancer

Pros and cons of drinking farm milk

Losing weight through calorie cutting won't lead to increased disability in older women

Hypertension drugs offer a double whammy

Stealth vegetables disguised as pasta for picky kids

Early dental visits decrease kid's tooth decay

Pistachios for stress

Major new cancer research study

Exercise pill switches on master regulator that controls the ability of cells to burn fat

New genetic risk factors for type 2 diabetes

microRNAs can function as tumor suppressors

Low vitamin D levels linked to poor physical performance in older adults

Eating regularly in some fast-food restaurants unsafe

Cut down on salt and lower your risk of heart disease

M. D. Anderson wins $8.3-million to research environmental causes of major diseases

Schering-Plough announces ZETIA spproved in Japan

Soy foods among the smartest choices of foods that lower LDL cholesterol

American Heart Association highlights BAD fats and BETTER fats

Dieting might mean you end up fatter that before!

Calorie-restricted diets differing substantially in glycemic load can result in long-term weight loss

If you love it eat it! because chocolate helps keep high blood pressure down!

Forum endorses salt reduction to prevent heart disease and stroke

Mediterranean diet for children means fewer allergic symptoms

Tai chi helps seniors avoid shingles

Parents can help improve their children's habits by improving their own eating and physical activity habits

Biofeedback treatment can successfully re-train bowel muscles

Walk your way to better health

Researchers identify new player in the 'fat from food' game

Why people eat the foods they do

Guide to minimize microbial food safety hazards of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables

Women in the U.S. too tired for sex

Copper good for your heart

Obese eight year old to stay with mother

Diet rich in black soya beans could help control weight, lower fat and cholesterol levels

Apolipoprotein C1 protein linked to elevated BMI in people of American Indian and Mexican ancestry

Plant-based omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids may have a protective effect on bone health

C-Reactive protein plays a direct role in the onset of hypertension

Study shows PanK2 enzyme within mitochondria is triggered by the first step in fatty acid breakdown

Are we as fit as the people of ancient Greece?

Brown seaweed may provide protective ingredient against skin cancers

Lap band surgery effective in combating obesity in adolescents

Lifestyle changes effective in protecting against Type 2 diabetes

Piolitazone shows promise for preventing brain injury from radiation therapy

Forget about being fat and just get fit!

Children being set up for heart disease later on in life

A couple of drinks a day protects men from heart attacks

Moderate drinking reduces men's heart attack risk

$74 million allocated to study environmental causes of disease

FDA approves Januvia for diabetes

Walnuts better for the heart than olive oil

Drinking Cola bad for women's bones

Leptin could combat type 2 diabetes

Vitamin D cuts the risk of pancreatic cancer

Children with lactose intolerance still need dairy's nutrients

Overweight toddlers will be obese 12 year olds

Juice lowers Alzheimer's risk

Preventive home visits postpone mortality: a controlled trial with time-limited results

Human body is designed to strongly resist attempts to lose weight

Fat people shorten their lives

All forms of tobacco use or exposure are harmful

Experts say control obesity by taxing junk food

That extra can of soda each day equals 15 pounds extra in weight

Researchers discover how genes and diet interact to cause birth defects

Probiotic drinks - not all brands live up to claims

Just one meal high in saturated fat can reduce the ability of the body's "good" cholesterol

Fatty acids found in dairy products shown to treat diabetes

Who are you kidding? Obese Americans eat a healthy diet and exercise!

Altering fatty acid levels in diet may reduce prostate cancer growth rate

Couple charged after home-style liposuction results in death

Vegan diet best for diabetes

Effect of obesity on image quality: Evaluation of dictated radiology reports

Is that bowl of cereal such a healthy option?

Extensive regulations make research difficult

Stroke damage may be reversible

New diabetic drugs could change the future for sufferers

AUA podium session on stone disease

University of Florida finding could lead to approaches to treat macular degeneration

Simple arm exercises could help beat peripheral vascular disease

Initial findings from the BBC 'diet trials

Vitamin K in the U.S. diet

Nerve signals sent to the pancreas after eating play a critical role in blood sugar control

Just a few extra pounds increases women's risk of reflux

Too little sleep makes women fatter

Exercise a possible factor in protection against skin and bowel cancer

Diabetes troubles Australia

Don't kid yourself - puppyfat won't just go away

Bill Clinton takes the fizz out of schools

Different methods of cooking vegetables could vary their effects on dental erosion

Activity levels - not food intake - most strongly correlates with weight gain in adulthood

New research links metabolism and appetite suppression, opening door to obesity treatments

Ketogenic diet may prevent the progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

Mediterranean diet reduces risk of Alzheimer's disease

Breakthrough in fight against childhood obesity

Excessive adiposity, calorie restriction, and aging

Analysis of different sweeteners and sweet substances

Active ingredient in soy may explain why Asians have lower rates of obesity and cancer

U.S. watchdog says Xenical should be withdrawn

Type 2 diabetics' urine acidity increases risk for kidney stones

Specific gene that could be responsible for metabolic diseases

Carbon monoxide inhibitor controls traumatic bleeding

Mankind benefits from eating less meat

Vegetables slow growth of prostate cancer in mice

Pigs help study of links between polycystic ovary syndrome, obesity, cardiovascular disease and diabetes

Raspberries - a better source of antioxidants

Full-scale experiment designed to bring about tooth decay

Just when you thought that glass of wine did you good!

Benefit of fish oils under question

Study confirms that the children with dental decay are not underweight in comparison to their peers

Smoking interferes with the brain's ability to recover from the effects of chronic alcohol abuse

Coronary artery heart disease in Ireland halved since the mid 80s

Statin drug reverses heart disease

A more accurate method for measuring blood levels of endothelial progenitor cells

A map of recent positive selection in the human genome

Novel compound may help fight obesity

Hostile women more likely to have atherosclerosis

A healthy heart means all the usual plus don't fight with your spouse

Potatoes increase risk of diabetes

Genetic variations help predict risk for salt-induced high blood pressure

Women from Venus love chocolate from Mars

Fat chance of getting consistent advice on diets

Vitamin E is one of the first lines of defense in human lung tissue against the ravages of cigarette smoke

Advancing knowledge of diet-gene interactions

Low fat diets - are they of benefit? who knows!

Girls are catching up with boys in use of illicit substances

FDA affirms safety of Aspartame

"Freshman Fifteen" phenomenon is exaggerated

Virus could mean obesity is contagious

Re-forming relationships in health care

Mental illness linked to diet

The sweet answer to a poor memory

Anthroposophic lifestyle reduces the risk of allergic disease in children

Study finds short-term lifestyle changes improve health even without major weight loss

UCLA examines disease-versus-disease interactions

Low-fat diet early in life improves heart health in men

Dietary restriction helps Parkinson's disease patients

UK's poor dietary habits are costing its health service an annual £6 billion

Being a D cup at 20 could mean breast cancer at 40

Trichostatin A may fight lupus and atherosclerosis simultaneously

Seeing under the skin to reveal early signs of heart disease and stroke

How protein-enriched meals decrease hunger and reduce eating

Habitual coffee drinking is not associated with an increased risk of hypertension in women

Scientists identify molecular link between body fat and blood lipids

Top cancer fighting foods

Type 2 diabetes and depression can be a fatal mix

Growth patterns before birth, after birth and into childhood reveal a risk of coronary heart disease later in life

Fatty acids in the diet may play a key role in dry eye syndrome

Interactive health websites can help people live with their chronic illness

New genetic discovery may help explain why some people develop high blood pressure and others don't

Curry spice appears to shut down a protein active in the spread of breast cancer

Severe hypoglycemia - complication of gastric bypass surgery

Doctors should encourage teens to limit their intake of food prepared away from home and to eat family dinners together

Study shows that high-fat diets correlate to a chronic inflammatory state in the liver,

C-reactive protein in atherosclerotic lesions: its origin and pathophysiological significance

Phytoestrogens linked with a lower lung cancer risk

Folate may protect against cognitive decline in older adults

HDL cholesterol helps prevent blocked arteries and heart attack

Dual association of beta-carotene with risk of tobacco-related cancers

Low-fat, plant-based diet is more effective at helping women lose weight

Study - no effect of fish oil on life-threatening cardiac arrhythmia

Nurse-led multidisciplinary programme can help coronary patients and their families to reduce their risk of major cardiovascular disease

New understanding of role cholesterol plays in causing heart attacks, strokes

5-year-old British autistic boy dies after alternative therapy in U.S.

Television advertising is packed with junk food

Heart healthy habits are good for oral health

Children who eat fries raise their risk of breast cancer later in life

Women who take oral contraceptives can counteract bone loss by increasing calcium in their daily diet

Lifestyle changes may affect the progression of any type of cancer

As many as one in 25 men in the UK could be raising another man's child

New prostate cancer test could save thousands from unnecessary surgery

Bill Clinton leads childhood obesity fight

People with prehypertension are at much higher risk of heart attack

Respected medical journal worried at lack of international cooperation in investigating scientific fraud

Suspected research fraud: difficulties of getting at the truth

Ranbaxy receives tentative approval to manufacture and market Glimepiride tablets

Project to help millions of people avoid starvation

Teens drinking more soda then ever before

Irish teenagers 'waisting' away

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) occurs far more frequently than generally believed

One of the first studies to define how unique we are on the genetic level

Regular yoga practice may help prevent middle-age spread

Startling discovery about the properties of human bone

Abnormal heart rate variability is partially responsible for depression's effects in heart patients

Current scientific understanding does not justify the reduction of the daily salt intake for healthy people

Genes decide the shape you're in!

British men refuse to recognise they are fat

Europe tackles pre-diabetes

Unknown factors make Scots people more prone to heart disease

Chemicals found in everyday products and food have subtle but potentially damaging effects on sperm fertility

Researchers isolate substance most responsible for the tissue damage that follows initial spinal cord injury

Fish only good for expectant mums if mercury level is low

Inactive gene may explain higher incidence of prostate cancer in African-Americans compared to Caucasians

Muraglitazar lowers blood glucose and helps dyslipidemia seen in diabetes

Boring jobs can make your heart bad

5,000 people die from bowel cancer each year making it one of Australia's biggest cancer killers

Harmful chemicals may reprogram gene response to estrogen

You can teach your child to eat healthier

Environment factors can interact with genetics to increase disease risk

'Bad' metabolism cloggs up arteries

Nutrition gene key in regulating immune system

The way obese women feed and interact with their children early in infancy might lay the foundations for obesity later in childhood

Postmenopausal women who follow a low-fat diet have 24 percent less chance of a recurrence of breast cancer

High nighttime blood pressure linked to increased blood sugar levels

New trend in treating heart disease in diabetics - angioplasty using the Cypher Sirolimus-eluting coronary stent

Type 2 diabetes may begin with Grandma's diet, study suggests

No glass ceiling for women when it comes to dying from heart disease, say experts

Carbonated soft drinks can cause heartburn

Dairy products lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes in men

If you eat too much fat, it can go straight to your liver and damage it

Enlarged waist + elevated triglycerides = heart, stroke risks for women

Federal food pyramid redesigned

Wyeth victorious in Philadelphia diet drug case

Being chubby means you may be healthier!

Body's 24-hour internal clock linked to obesity and diabetes

Meat Institute defends hot dogs in recent pancreatic cancer study

Green tea appears to prevent cancer in men

New U.S. Food Guidance System differentiates among types of fat

If MyPyramid can assist people in effectively adopting the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines, it will be a great success

Vegetables such as broccoli and spices like red chili pepper, may provide a cancer-fighting benefit

People who eat rice have healthier diets

Moderate levels of exercise may not be enough to control mild hypertension

THC in marijuana may prevent hardening of the arteries

Vitamin E supplements speed up the development of latent cancers

Obesity may hinder body's ability to control influenza infection

The facts on prenatal care

Babies weaned with rusks go on to love foods such as crisps and chips

Drinking two to three glasses of red wine daily is good for the heart

Questions about validity of HOPE TOO vitamin E study

Q. What turns an obese person into a person with diabetes? - A. Leptin

No association between acrylamide intake in foods and risk of breast cancer

Aspirin use appears to reduce the incidence of colon polyps

New insight into key mechanism by which cells limit cholesterol

Community care tops medical care at preventing heart disease in black Americans

New study regarding Atkins nutritional approach and obese patients

Pet scanning could cut use of angiograms and bypass surgery, as well as patient costs

Lipitor patients who reduced 'bad' cholesterol show decrease in heart attack and stroke

Protein circulating in the blood delivers selenium to germ cells, enabling normal development of sperm

Canadians alerted to the presence of acrylamide in some foods

Is it exercise or dieting that helps prevent cancer?

Researchers find way to produce cholesterol-lowering snack chips

Atkins diet may be beneficial for people with epilepsy

Low-carbohydrate diets have made a substantial comeback

Simplified approach to the management of patients with an acute coronary syndrome

Added sugar in fruit-flavored drinks and cola-type soft drinks undoes the good done by vegetables

Reducing levels of smoking, cholesterol and blood pressure will halve current CHD mortality

No link between eating fruits and vegetables and a subsequent decreased risk for breast cancer

Metabolic syndrome linked to carbohydrate-rich diet

Stem cells could reveal secrets of illness in later life

Study to compare traditional and spiritual post-heart attack recovery approaches

Microsoft launches MSN Health & Fitness

Evidence suggests that changes in the bacteria and fungi in the gastrointestinal tract can intensify the immune system's reaction to common allergens

20 new policies adopted by American Public Health Association

Diabetics who do not have good control over their blood sugar levels are more susceptible to oral health problems

Good oil in walnuts helps diabetes patients

European regulators should avoid excessive legislation when trying to tackle obesity

CDC admits obesity stats flawed - pharmaceutical and weight loss industry at fault

Positive benefits for the adult offspring of low-carb dieters

White Paper aims to reduce the number of people who smoke

Being overweight or obese significantly impairs a persons' sex life

Breast cancer study seeks postmenopausal women

Millions of people threatened by the diabetes time bomb

Smoking and high salt intake, but not tea and alcohol, implicated in acid reflux

People active in their 50s and 60s about 35 percent less likely to die in the next eight years

Fruit and vegetables lower risk of cardiovascular disease but not cancer

High-dose statin therapy for aggressive cholesterol-lowering outperforms typical care

Labor lasts longer for overweight or obese women

Patients are receiving initial diagnosis of celiac disease at an older age

Red wine delivered though an aerosol for COPD, asthma, and possibly even arthritis

Studies examine risk factors and potential consequences associated with prehypertension

New research suggests that cancer cells can be reformed

Treatment of obesity reduces the onset of lifestyle diseases such as hypertension, high cholesterol levels, diabetes mellitus, and even erectile dysfunction

Folate can help women reduce their risk of developing high blood pressure

Best way to protect yourself from digestive cancers is by eating right, not taking a pill

National Education Association sells out to Atkins

Active ingredients of soya may help beat breast cancer

Slimming products may cause health risk

Campaign to reduce high salt consumption in the UK

Treatment with vitamin A and an omega-3 fatty acid slows down the progression of retinitis pigmentosa

Health claim for omega-3 fatty acids should help consumers reduce risk of coronary heart disease

Increasingly the Internet's potential is being harnessed to transform healthcare delivery at the patient level

Does the popular Atkins diet really work?

Salmon fed with large amounts of omega-3 fatty acid better for cardiac patients than salmon fed with vegetable oil

Study emphasizes the importance of monitoring blood pressure and dyslipidemia in patient's with metabolic syndrome

Sugar-sweetened beverages increase women's risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Fruit and vegetables eaten before pregnancy lowers risk of leukemia

Exposure to natural and man-made substances in the environment accounts for at least two-thirds of all the cases of cancer in the U.S.

Friendly bacteria the key to ulcerative colitis treatment

Knowledge about oral and head and neck cancer is severely lacking in the American public

Approval of cholesterol-lowering therapy Lipitor for the prevention of cardiovascular disease

Atherosclerosis at menopause slowed by diet and exercise

Researchers study whether people ™s genetic makeup could make them more likely to develop osteoarthritis of the knee and hip

Isolated soy protein shown to benefit type 2 diabetics

Antivenom of the tiger snake may not be as useful as previously believed

Scientists create mice that don't gain weight, even when fed fat-laden, high calorie diets

Traveling to and from work can reduce cardiovascular disease in people with type 2 diabetes

How would we feed astronauts on a mission to Mars?

FDA approval for VYTORIN for the treatment of high LDL cholesterol (LDL-C)

Most Americans ignorant to high cholesterol facts

Role of environmental risks in the development of autism

Skeletal remains of 3,160 individuals reveal changing status of cancer in Europe across the centuries

Mediterranean diet lowers levels of markers for inflammation and coagulation which have been linked to heart disease

Convincing evidence that at dietary levels, the estrogens found in soy do not stimulate cell growth and other markers for cancer risk

Serious medical consequences of smoking, obesity, excessive alcohol consumption and sexually transmitted disease require decisive leadership

Celiac disease may affect 3 million Americans, ten times higher than previous estimates

Why lost weight returns after dieting

U-M scientists say Wnt protein prevents obesity by inhibiting fat cell development

$1.6 million ecological stoichiometry grant to study how certain nutrients affect the development of disease in humans and animals

Khat plant may create next men ™s fertility wonder drug

World is currently facing a twin epidemic of obesity and type 2 diabetes in young people

Artichokes and beans full of antioxidants

Joint initiative to tackle cancer, diabetes, heart disease and stroke

Calcium supplements can decrease the risk of all types of colorectal polyps

High-fiber diet may reduce your risk of diabetes, some gastrointestinal disorders, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease and obesity

Exercise is more influential than calcium intake in determining bone strength in young women

Foundation for poor heart health laid early in life

Antioxidants in fruits and vegetables, might reduce the risk of ischemic stroke

Diabetics could be up to three times more likely to get bowel cancer

Cardiovascular disease is Europe's largest cause of death

Trial to beat cholesterol with soy and dairy combo

WHO launches this year's campaign for World No Tobacco Day

Atkins high-fat-low-carbohydrate diet may have caused severe heart disease

Most Americans are not meeting their dietary needs for calcium

New findings suggest mammograms may help predict cardiovascular disease

Launch of Zorbtive for use in the treatment of patients with short bowel syndrome

Moderate exercise in conjunction with common dietary supplements significantly reduce the risk of atherosclerosis

Scientists have taken the first steps towards producing a sustainable and pure source of the healthy fats found in oily fish

FDA to determine health significance of low furan levels in foods

Strategy to treat obesity through molecular liposuction

Vegetables yield anticancer chemical

Soybeans may reduce the risk of colon cancer

Low fat/high carb eating plan is not bad for good cholesterol

UK Government requests public consultation on diet and fitness

Family-based diabetes self-management leads to better health

Wyeth to appeal $1 billion awarded to the family of a woman who died after using fen-phen diet drug

ESA launches mission for health

Heart disease and stroke hit younger in developing countries

Iron may significantly improve women's attention, short-term and long-term memory

Obesity common factor for poor health among men

Estrogen “like drugs may help postmenopausal women

New 4 year child development study on infant feeding practice and dietary patterns

Caffeine and children, some sound advice

Citrus soda culprit in patient ™s medical mystery

Big Mac a day keeps the doctor away

Estrogen-alone hormone therapy had no effect on coronary heart disease risk

Teens are obese due to lack of exercise

Low carb diets should be avoided by growing children and adolescents

Research shows that intense high dose cholesterol lowering drugs result in a major reduction in deaths and severe heart attacks

Launch of The Oxford Genetics Knowledge Park by Matt Ridley

Phase 3 study of drug teduglutide in patients with short bowel syndrome

Dangers of hidden ingredients ™ in breakfast cereals

A simple dietary supplement may also help to prevent strokes

Youth obesity provides food for thought

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