New obesity treatment possible with novel protein discovery

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one-third of US adults are now obese. But new research published in the Journal of Neuroscience details how a protein in the brain regulates food intake and body weight – opening new doors for the treatment of obesity.

Lifestyle changes ‘could reduce risk’ of pregnancy complications

Researchers say they have identified a number of lifestyle factors that could be modified in order for a woman to have a healthy pregnancy. This is according to a study published in the BMJ.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are around 6 million pregnancies in the US every year.

Improving imported food safety, FDA takes steps

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released two proposed rules to improve the safety of imported foods. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, foodborne illnesses in the USA are on the rise.

Parental Communication Improves Students’ Diet And Physical Activity

College students eat more fruits and vegetables and exercise more on days when they communicate more with their parents, according to researchers at Penn State. “Only a third of college students consumes a diet that is consistent with national recommendations,” said Meg Small, research associate in the Prevention Research Center for the Promotion of Human Development…

Americans Are Consuming Far Too Much Added Sugar

Americans are consuming far too many calories from added sugars, with approximately 13% of adults’ total caloric intake coming from sources such as sugar and high fructose corn syrup, according to the latest report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The report included data for added sugar consumption between 2005 and 2010 among U.S.

Daily AHA Recommended Amount Of Sodium Ignored By Majority Of Adults Worldwide

Seventy-five percent of the world’s population consumes nearly twice the daily recommended amount of sodium (salt), according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism and Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention 2013 Scientific Sessions…

Energy Drink Consumption Linked To Increased Blood Pressure

Energy drinks can drastically increase blood pressure and disturb the heart’s natural rhythm, say researchers who presented their findings at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention/Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism 2013 Scientific Sessions…

Increased Blood Pressure, Disturbed Heart Rhythm A Possible Risk With Energy Drinks

Energy drinks may increase blood pressure and disturb your heart’s natural rhythm, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention/Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism 2013 Scientific Sessions…

Fish Oil Studies Analyzed, Confirm That Omega-3 Fatty Acids Still Matter

Literally hundreds of clinical trials, including some that have gained widespread attention, have been done on the possible benefits of omega-3 fatty acids for the prevention of heart disease – producing conflicting results, varied claims, and frustrated consumers unsure what to believe…

Electronic Device Helps Overweight And Obese Adults Stick To Diet, Exercise Regime

Overweight and obese adults who used an electronic diary program on a personal digital assistant did better at staying on diet and physical activity programs, researchers reported at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention/Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism 2012 Scientific Sessions…

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