Meat And Colorectal Cancer Risk: Scientists Suggest Potential MechanismsMarch 10th, 2010Scientists in the US who undertook a large study to investigate what biological mechanisms might be behind the already established link between colorectal cancer and consumption of red and processed meat, confirmed that such a link exists and suggested the main players are three compounds: heme iron, nitrate/nitrite, and heterocyclic amines…  New Survey Finds Out What Americans Are Really Paying Attention To When Choosing FoodsMarch 9th, 2010Americans recognize things need to change in the grocery aisle, and they support Uncle Sam’s efforts to overhaul what is included in their food and on the packages. The majority also believe they are individually responsible for making the right food choices to avoid obesity, but will readily accept the government’s help to be successful, according to a new survey by FoodMinds… Dietitians: Hospital Reform Welcome But Governance Must Include Health Professionals From All SectorsMarch 8th, 2010The Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) welcomed Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s proposed hospital reform package. But the Association warned that without a multidisciplinary approach to implementing the reforms the Government risked ‘missing the mark’ in meeting patient needs… Virus Infections May Be Contributing Factor In Onset Of Gluten IntoleranceMarch 6th, 2010A research project in the Academy of Finland’s Research Programme on Nutrition, Food and Health (ELVIRA) has brought new knowledge on the hereditary nature of gluten intolerance and identified genes that carry a higher risk of developing the condition… Food Technology Presents: Wellness 10, March 24-25March 5th, 2010Food products are evolving to meet the needs of health-conscious consumers who demand new products that aim to promote better health, increase longevity, and prevent the onset of chronic diseases… Research Findings Presented At American Academy Of Allergy Asthma & ImmunologyMarch 4th, 2010Dozens of National Jewish Health faculty presented their latest research findings at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology in New Orleans Feb 27-March 2, 2010. Below are several noteworthy presentations… Temple Researchers Study Obstacles Faced By Early Childhood Education Programs In Their Efforts To Address ObesityMarch 3rd, 2010The US is facing many challenges in controlling the childhood obesity epidemic. Despite recent efforts and some progress, one third of US children are still overweight or obese. Yet research has shown that the road to obesity begins early in life, and it is more common and difficult to address for low-income children… Kidney Damage In 12% Of Chinese Children Exposed To Melamine-Contaminated Dairy ProductsMarch 1st, 2010While the majority of children who were affected by consuming toxic melamine-contaminated products in China recovered, kidney abnormalities remained in 12% of the affected children, according to an article in CMAJ. In 2008, melamine-contaminated dairy products from the Sanlu Dairy Company resulted in a large outbreak of serious kidney damage in Chinese children… Oral Immunotherapy Has Potential For Treating Egg Allergic ChildrenFebruary 28th, 2010Could a treatment for egg allergy be on the horizon? Late-breaking research presented at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) shows promising results for parents of egg allergic children… Avoiding Dairy Due To Lactose Intolerance Is Unnecessary In Most CasesFebruary 27th, 2010People may avoid milk and other dairy products due to concerns about lactose intolerance, but eliminating these nutrient-rich foods may not only be unnecessary to manage the condition - it could impact diet and health, concludes a panel of experts assembled by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)… |
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