Middle-aged women with large abdominal fat cells have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life compared to women with smaller fat cells. Waist circumference divided by body height can also be used to determine which women are at risk. This is shown in a new study from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden.
October 3, 2009
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October 2, 2009
Blood Pressure Increased by High-Sugar Diet for Men
Study 1 highlights: Just two weeks on a high-fructose diet raises blood pressure in men. A drug used to treat gout seems to protect against that blood pressure increase and some aspects of metabolic syndrome. Study 2 highlights: A study in mice finds that the time of day when fructose is consumed is linked to abnormalities in blood pressure, weight gain and behavior.
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September 27, 2009
We Need to Cut Sodium Consumption
An article in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) reports that reducing sodium intake is a key public health priority that must be addressed by governments and nongovernmental organizations to improve population health. A diet high in sodium has been associated to high blood pressure, vascular and cardiac damage, stomach cancer, osteoporosis and other diseases. In addition, higher blood pressure is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
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Health Experts Unite in Support of Soda Tax
Presenting a united front in the war on obesity, diabetes and other nutrition-related disorders, seven of America’s leading public health and economics experts are urging passage of taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB).
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September 26, 2009
Study Suggests Ice Cream May Target the Brain Before Your Hips
Blame your brain for sabotaging your efforts to get back on track after splurging on an extra scoop of ice cream or that second burger during Friday night’s football game. Findings from a new UT Southwestern Medical Center study suggest that fat from certain foods we eat makes its way to the brain.
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September 25, 2009
Most Americans Would Benefit From Lower Sodium Intake
Most Americans consume too much salt, contributing to the risk of heart disease and stroke, reports the September issue of Mayo Clinic Women’s HealthSource. “Many people probably are aware that too much sodium can cause or aggravate hypertension, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke,” says Gary Schwartz, M.D., a Mayo Clinic hypertension specialist.
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September 24, 2009
Don’t Follow Skinny Friends With Big Appetites
Thin friends who eat a lot could put your waistline at risk, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research, which examines how other peoples’ weight and food choices influence how much we eat. “Obesity is obviously a tremendous public health concern,” write authors Brent McFerran, Darren W. Dahl (both University of British Columbia), Gavan J. Fitzsimons (Duke University), and Andrea C. Morales (Arizona State University).
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Don’T Follow Skinny Friends With Big Appetites
Thin friends who eat a lot could put your waistline at risk, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research, which examines how other peoples’ weight and food choices influence how much we eat. “Obesity is obviously a tremendous public health concern,” write authors Brent McFerran, Darren W. Dahl (both University of British Columbia), Gavan J. Fitzsimons (Duke University), and Andrea C. Morales (Arizona State University).
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September 23, 2009
Regular Yoga May Improve Eating Habits
Practicing yoga regularly may help your eating habits so you can maintain a healthier weight, a new study says.
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September 22, 2009
Learn How to Like Veggies and Satisfy Cravings
Your questions about being a picky eater and how to satisfy cravings get answered.
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