Gluten-free diet gains popularity, despite no rise in celiac disease

There has been a rise in the number of Americans choosing to go gluten-free, even though the prevalence of celiac disease has remained steady, study finds.

Study examines prevalence of severe malnutrition among women in low and middle income countries

Among women in 60 low- and middle-income countries, the prevalence of body mass index (BMI) lower than 16 (the most severe category of adult malnutrition) was about 2 percent, and was associated…

New study finds that orange sweet potato reduces diarrhea in children

A new study has found that orange sweet potato (OSP) reduced both the prevalence and duration of diarrhea in young children in Mozambique.

Pyridorin May Help Slow Or Prevent The Progression Of Mild Kidney Disease In Some Patients With Diabetes

A vitamin B6 derivative may help slow or prevent the progression of mild kidney disease in patients with diabetes, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society Nephrology (JASN). The drug may benefit increasing numbers of patients as the prevalence of diabetes rises…

Malnutrition In The Parkinson’s Community: Study Seeks Volunteers

People with Parkinson’s disease are pre-disposed to malnutrition, yet very little is known about the prevalence of this problem or the best way to overcome it. A PhD student at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is looking for participants for a study which aims to shed some light on the issue.

No Link Between Economic Growth And Child Undernutrition Rates In India

Economic growth in India has no automatic connection to reducing undernutrition in Indian children and so further reductions in the prevalence of childhood undernutrition are likely to depend on direct investments in health and health-related programs…

USDA And HHS Announce New Dietary Guidelines To Help Americans Make Healthier Food Choices And Confront Obesity Epidemic

Agriculture Secretary TomVilsack and Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Kathleen Sebelius today announced the release of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the federal government’s evidence-based nutritional guidance to promote health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity through improved nu…

Mayo Clinic Researchers Find Eating More Monounsaturated And Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids May Decrease Mild Cognitive Impairment

Mayo Clinic researchers found that the prevalence of mild cognitive impairment decreased with an increase in the consumption of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Monounsaturated fatty acids are commonly found in olive oil and canola oils, and polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as Omega 3 or Omega 6 fatty acids, are commonly found in most varieties of nuts, seeds and fish…