Supplement News Blog Alpha-Lipoic Acid Helps Diabetic Neuropathy According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 21 million Americans have diabetes and over 95 percent of diabetics have type 2 diabetes. Diabetes is known to increase the risk for other serious diseases including diabetic neuropathy, a painful condition of the nerves. Now research reports that alpha-lipoic acid, a potent antioxidant, helps improve symptoms of diabetic neuropathy. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study, published in Diabetes Care, investigated the effects of... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on March 13, 2007 03:51 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Healthy Lifestyle Lowers Diabetes Risk Diabetes is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. and is known to increase the risk for heart disease and other serious diseases. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 21 million Americans have diabetes, and over 95 percent of diabetics have type 2 diabetes. The number of people with type 2 diabetes in the U.S. has tripled in the past 30 years. Now research reports that type... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on February 11, 2007 03:50 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Hemoglobin A1C and Pregnancy Outcome Women with Type 1, or Insulin Dependant Diabetes (IDDM) are at increased risk for complications during pregnancy and delivery. Because of the complex metabolism of diabetes during pregnancy, both the mother and the developing child are at high risk for serious health consequences, including death. Researchers and physicians alike are working to find diagnostic criteria to help determine an individual woman's risk for complications during her pregnancy. This key piece of information found early in... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on December 27, 2006 10:53 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Type 2 Diabetics Likely to Develop Anemia Individuals with Type 2 diabetes, or adult onset diabetes, are at increased risk for developing a variety of chronic conditions associated with organ damage. Because of their increased risk, diabetic follow-ups must screen for early signs of disease, in order to avoid more serious damage. Diabetics can develop kidney disease, vision loss, peripheral neuropathy, high blood pressure, and liver disease. A new study released this last October found that diabetics are also at increased risk... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on December 4, 2006 02:28 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Antidepressants Increase Diabetes Risk Experts estimate that about 40 million American adults have pre-diabetes (impaired glucose tolerance) and 16 to 18 million Americans have type 2 diabetes. Furthermore, about 10 to 15 percent of American adults are taking antidepressant drugs. Now research reports that antidepressant drugs may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in those who have pre-diabetes. The study, presented at the June 10-11, 2006 meeting of the American Diabetes Association in Washington, DC, investigated whether... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on November 12, 2006 02:42 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Simple Changes to Reduce Risk for Diabetes Diabetes, mainly adult onset, is becoming an epidemic worldwide. More than 194 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes and that number is expected to top 300 million by the year 2025. It is a condition of irregular glucose metabolism that is fueled by the rise in obesity. A new study in the Lancet found that lifestyle changes alone can dramatically reduce one's risk of diabetes without having to take any medication or supplement. The... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on November 10, 2006 02:18 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Link Between Prostate Cancer Risk and Metabolic Syndrome According to a new study released in the November issue of American Journal of Epidemiology metabolic syndrome may be linked to prostate cancer risk. The study was based on information from about 16,000 men in Norway over more than 25 years. The study was started in the 1970's, and enrolled men in their forties who had no previous diagnosis of prostate cancer or metabolic syndrome. Prostate cancer is the number 3 cause of cancer related... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on November 7, 2006 03:54 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Drinking Coffee Lowers Risk of Adult Onset Diabetes Recent studies have found numerous benefits to drinking a modest amount of coffee each day. The prominent journal Diabetes Care published a report this month stating drinking coffee lowers one's risk for developing Type 2 or adult onset diabetes. Adult onset diabetes develops over a period of time. It starts as a carbohydrate intolerance, and ends with decreased production of insulin by the pancreas, now unable to keep blood sugar in check. Type 2 diabetics... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on November 7, 2006 03:27 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Metformin Use May Affect B-12 Status Metformin is a widely prescribed medication for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. It is a relatively safe and very effective means of controlling blood sugar, though persons taking this medication may be on it for life. Recently a new study from China found that metformin users may be at risk for a deficiency in Vitamin B12. The report was published in the October issue of Archives of Internal Medicine. Vitamin B12 is a necessary... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on November 6, 2006 02:47 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Milk Thistle May Benefit Diabetics Milk thistle is a commonly prescribed botanical medicine for the liver. It has been proven effective as a treatment for liver diseases including hepatitis and cirrhosis as well as an aid in detoxification. Recently researchers in Iran found that the active constituents in milk thistle may also help control blood sugar. The study, published in Phytotherapy Research, measured the effect of silymarin in Type 2 diabetics on conventional medication. Silymarin is the primary active compound... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on November 1, 2006 04:21 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Diabetes Ignorance Is Not Bliss According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 21 million Americans have diabetes and over 95 percent have type 2 diabetes. The number of people with type 2 diabetes in the U.S. has tripled in the past 30 years. Diabetes is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. and is known to increase the risk for heart disease and other potentially deadly diseases. Now a survey reports that U.S.... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on October 29, 2006 03:31 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) High Intake of Magnesium Lowers Diabetes Risk in African American Women African American women are more likely to develop diabetes during adulthood than their Caucasian counterparts. Several factors may play into this increased susceptibility, but researchers and physicians are still not 100 percent clear. Several studies have proven that certain diet and lifestyle choices decrease risk for developing Type 2 diabetes in white women, but few studies have looked at their effect in African American women. A study published this month in Diabetes Care investigated which... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on October 27, 2006 02:17 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Vegan Diet Benefits Diabetes A vegan diet consists of vegetables, fruits, grains, and legumes and eliminates all animal products and by-products. However, this diet may be low in essential nutrients, including vitamin B12, and may require dietary supplementation. Previous studies suggest that vegetarians have a lower risk of diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and obesity. Now research reports that a vegan diet can benefit individuals with type 2 diabetes. The study, published in Diabetes Care, investigated the effects of a... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on October 11, 2006 02:34 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Diabetes Rates Expected To Double America is already crippled by the alarming obesity rates, now a new report states that diabetes incidence may double by the year 2050. The report was published in the September issue of Diabetes Care by the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Currently more than 5.62 percent (16.2 million) of Americans have diabetes. The CDC advised that as many as 48.3 million may be diagnosed in 2050. This will represent a 200% increase in caucasians, a... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on October 10, 2006 02:47 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Drug Prevents Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is characterized by inflammation in the joints, leading to chronic pain and disability. According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 2.1 million U.S. adults have RA. Now research reports that RA may be delayed or prevented with a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) called methotrexate. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, presented at the 2006 annual meeting of the European Congress of Rheumatology, examined whether patients with probable RA would benefit from methotrexate... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on October 4, 2006 02:28 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Type 2 Diabetes Is Like Aging 15 Years The number of people with type 2 diabetes in the U.S. has tripled in the past 30 years. About 16 to 18 million American adults now have the disease, and the numbers continue to rise. Obese people have a five-fold greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes than normal weight individuals. Type 2 diabetes is known to increase the risk for heart disease and other potentially deadly diseases. Now research reports that type 2 diabetes... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on October 2, 2006 02:34 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Weight Distribution and Diabetes According to a new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition waist circumferance may be just as important as body mass index (BMI) when determining one's risk for Type 2 diabetes. The body mass index has traditionally been used as an indicator for risk for conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. But more recent evidence has pointed to abdominal adipose mass as a significant indicator of diabetes risk. In order to determine... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on September 28, 2006 03:18 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Carpal Tunnel Linked To Diabetes A new study found that carpal tunnel syndrome may be linked to adult onset diabetes. In this UK study diabetic patients were much more likely to have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome years before the diagnosis of diabetes. The study was published in the August issue of Diabetes Care. Type 2 diabetes, or adult onset, is a condition that develops later in life as a response to poor blood sugar control. In adult onset... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on September 22, 2006 11:01 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Diabetics With Poor Blood Sugar Control Risk Greater Cognitive Decline The incidence of Type 2 diabetes has been dramatically increasing over the last decade. Once a person is diagnosed with Type 2 or adult onset diabetes, blood sugar must be monitored and kept under control. A new study published in the journal Diabetes Care linked poor blood sugar control in elderly Type 2 diabetics to advanced cognitive decline. Good blood sugar control is defined as fasting blood sugars below 100 and two hour post-prandial blood... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on September 12, 2006 03:49 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Honey and Glycemic Index The search for the perfect alternative to sugar is still on. Natural sugar substitutes include honey and maple syrup, both of which are touted as having a lower glycemic index than table sugar. Table or white sugar is pure sucrose, which has the highest glycemic index of all foods. Honey is comprised of both fructose and sucrose and therefore believed to have a lower glycemic index. Honey from different sources is also thought to behave... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on September 11, 2006 04:56 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) A Hormone Shot For Weight Loss? Growth hormone not only promotes bone growth, it may also help control the appetite and boost the metabolism. Growth hormone levels have been found to be lower in obese people. These lowered levels can cause fat accumulation, muscle loss, and decreased energy. Now research reports that growth hormone injections helped obese people lose weight and improve their cholesterol levels. The study, presented at the June 19-22, 2003 annual meeting of the Endocrine Society in Philadelphia,... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on September 9, 2006 02:56 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Medical Illness Can Cause Anxiety Disorders About 14 million U.S. adults suffer from anxiety disorders. Statistics show that over 15 percent of U.S. adults will experience severe anxiety or "panic attacks" in their lifetime. Anxiety can occur in response to severe stress or an underlying medical illness. Now research reports that anxiety disorders may occur in patients with endocrine diseases such as diabetes, hypoglycemia, thyroid problems, adrenal disorders and testosterone deficiency. The study, published in Primary Psychiatry, reviewed psychiatric symptoms and... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on September 9, 2006 02:53 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Late Night Snacks Hurt Diabetics According to a study published in this month's edition of Diabetes Care diabetics who eat after normal dinnertime may be increasing their risk for serious complications. In the study the eating habits of more than 700 patients with diabetes were documented by researchers at the University of Washington. About 10 percent of the participants were noted to consume more than a quarter of their total daily caloric intake after 7pm. Patients who were classified as... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on August 25, 2006 03:14 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Cinnamon Improves Diabetes, Blood Sugar and Cholesterol Levels Previous in vitro and animal studies have demonstrated that cinnamon extracts increase lipid (cholesterol) metabolism, glucose (sugar) metabolism, and insulin (a hormone that controls blood sugar) release. Due to these effects, researchers have postulated that cinnamon intake could help treat diabetes. Now research reports that cinnamon supplementation improved blood sugar and cholesterol levels in type-2 diabetics. The study, published in Diabetes Care, investigated whether cinnamon supplementation would improve blood glucose and cholesterol levels in type-2... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on August 4, 2006 02:49 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Magnesium Lowers Metabolic Syndrome Risk Metabolic syndrome is a group of health problems linked to heart disease and diabetes. The symptoms of metabolic syndrome include abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and insulin resistance. The National Academy of Sciences recommends 310 milligrams a day of magnesium for non-pregnant women and 400 milligrams daily for adult males. Foods such as whole grains, beans, nuts, fruits and vegetables are good dietary sources of magnesium. Now research reports that high dietary... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on August 4, 2006 02:41 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Joint Replacement Surgeries On The Rise Arthritis includes more than 100 inflammatory and degenerative conditions that cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. The two most prevalent types of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA), a degenerative joint disease that develops over time, and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the joints. Over 43 million Americans have arthritis, and that number is expected to increase as baby boomers age. Joint replacement surgery is usually the... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on August 1, 2006 01:55 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Vegan Diet for Type 2 Diabetes Type 2 diabetes, or adult onset diabetes affects nearly 20 million Americans in the US today. The disease develops due to poor dietary and exercise habits, with some susceptibility linked to childhood and prenatal health. Most individuals with adult onset diabetes are started on a diet plan based on recommendations by the American Diabetes Association that focuses on caloric intake and low carbohydrate, low sugar meals and snacks. But a new study published by the... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on July 27, 2006 04:54 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Cortisol Calms Phobias A phobia is an excessive fear of an object or fearful situation. The corticosteroids, cortisol or cortisone (stress hormones), are released during fearful situations. Previous findings suggest that high levels of cortisol or cortisone may inhibit fearful memories. Now research reports that cortisol may help calm phobias. The study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, investigated whether corticosteroid treatment reduces phobic fear in two groups of people with social or spider phobias.... More» Posted by Elaine Gavalas on July 26, 2006 02:08 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Heart Disease Risk Escalates in Diabetics There are two main forms of diabetes mellitus (DM). Type 1 DM is most always diagnosed early in life and results from a lack of insulin production by the pancreas. Type 2 DM (adult onset) is usually diagnosed later in life and results from poor tissue response to insulin and decreased productiving in the pancreas. Type 2 DM is associated with increase risk of many other health conditions including heart disease, kidney disease, eye damage,... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on July 14, 2006 01:17 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Clozapine and Metabolic Disorder An effective treatment for schizophrenia and similar mental disorders may increase patients risk for Metabolic Syndrome. Clozapine, a very useful, widely prescribed anti-psychotic medication may be associated with disorders of the endocrine system. Metabolic Syndrome is characterized by obesity, high cholesterol and triglycerides, high blood sugar, and hgh blood pressure. This disorder is thought to be a pre-diabetic, pre-heart disease state that many Americans are at risk for due to increased weight. Clozapine is used... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on July 14, 2006 12:04 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Decaf Coffee Protects Against Diabetes Numerous studies have shown benefits for coffee consumption from protecting the against diseases of the heart, brain, and diabetes. It has been thought, not proven, that this benefit was due to the caffeine in coffee, but a new study proves otherwise when it comes to diabetes protection. Prior studies had looked at coffee consumption in men and women and found that it lowered diabetes risk when consumed in amounts greater than 3 cups per day.... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on July 11, 2006 04:08 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Health Benefits of Low Fat Dairy The popularity of dairy products as a mean to lose weight is apparent every time we turn on the TV or drive by a billboard. Got milk seems to be a catch phrase for the last decade. Not surprisingly, all the latest research on the health benefits of dairy seems to be conclusive: Consumption of low fat dairy products does a body good. Low fat dairy products offer several nutritional benefits. They are high in... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on June 30, 2006 10:56 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Americans At Increased Risk For Diabetes The risk of developing diabetes is directly linked to weight. Those individuals who are overweight or obese are more likely to develop diabetes. This risk factor is independant of any family history, dietary habits, or lifestyle factors. Simply put, the more weight on your body that is fat and not lean muscle mass, the more likely you will develop diabetes. It is also true no matter what your age is, overweigth adolescents are at just... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on June 30, 2006 08:00 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Transcendental Meditation Improves Risk Factors Associated with Heart Disease Individuals with Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) are often on a list of prescription medications to treat a variety of complaints including high blood pressure, high blood lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) and high blood sugar (diabetes). In some cases these medications need to be adjusted numerous times to reach an optimal dose and result in several side effects that can lower quality of life. A study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine this month documented... More» Posted by Dr. Christina Gutierrez on June 13, 2006 11:53 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Diabetes and Heart Disease Diabetes has increased worldwide to epidemic proportions. The leading cause of death among diabetics is heart disease. Now research reports that the diabetes epidemic threatens the nationwide trend to decreased heart disease. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 15, 2006 04:49 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Pancreatic Cancer May be Linked to Insulin Finding ways to prevent pancreatic cancer appears to be a more practical approach. Smoking, aging and obesity have been shown to increase the incidence of pancreatic cancer. Now a new study shows that insulin and glucose metabolism may also be involved. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 14, 2006 08:59 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Dangers Associated With New Diabetes Drug An article appearing in the Journal of the American Medical Association (2005;294:2581-2586) reviews the results of the 5 clinical trials sponsored by the drug maker which are now required by the FDA to be publicly disclosed. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on May 14, 2006 07:22 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Smoking Linked to Diabetes Cigarettes contain numerous carcinogens that increase the risk for developing cancer. They contribute to oxidative damage in the body, affecting every major organ system. And now research points to a link between cigarette smoke and diabetes. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 30, 2006 01:05 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Sleep Length and Diabetes Getting too little sleep over the short term is known to cause glucose intolerance and insulin resistance. Glucose intolerance and insulin resistance occur when the body can't effectively use insulin and may predispose individuals to diabetes. Additionally, newer research reports that getting too little or too much sleep over the long-term may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 30, 2006 12:39 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Insoluble Fiber and Diabetes A study published in Diabetes Care this March shows that insoluble fiber may be an effective addition to treatment for diabetes, particularly type 2 or adult onset. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 30, 2006 10:59 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Chromium and Diabetes A new study published in the March issue of Diabetes Care shows that chromium alone is not sufficient treatment for poorly controlled diabetes. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 28, 2006 11:00 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Vitamin D Screening in Diabetics Three out of five diabetics are deficient in Vitamin D. This fact carries with it serious consequences if not adequately addressed or diagnosed. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 10, 2006 06:29 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Health Effects of Too Much Insulin Glucose that is taken up by the cells as a response to insulin is mostly stored as triglycerides or fats. As excess insulin is secreted, more fat is stored, and we gain weight. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on April 4, 2006 10:02 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Carotenoids, Sugar Metabolism, and Diabetes In a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2005;82(3):685-693), carotenoids are believed to be linked to decreased risk of developing type 2 diabetes and improving how the body handles sugars. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 21, 2006 03:11 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) When Should You Take Dietary Supplements? Your supplement program will be most effective if you follow these simple guidelines. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 16, 2006 11:39 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Inflammatory Diet Linked to Diabetes A large study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2005;82(3):675-684) outlines a specific dietary pattern that is linked to chronic inflammation and diabetes. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 16, 2006 11:16 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Carotenoids and Type 2 Diabetes The September (2005) issue of American Journal of Clinical Nutrition published the results of a trial in Australia that examined the relationship between carotenoid intake and the incidence of type 2 diabetes. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 16, 2006 10:29 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Season as a Prognostic Factor in Outcome of Hodgkins Lymphoma There has been preliminary evidence that the seasonal variation of Vitamin D may affect the outcome of certain cancers, including Hodgkin's Lymphoma. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on March 9, 2006 03:15 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Corn Syrup, Low Fiber Intake, and Type II Diabetes A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2004;79(5):774-779) comes as no surprise, demonstrating that increased consumption of refined sugars and decreased intake of fiber is associated with developing type 2 diabetes. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 28, 2006 09:33 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Vitamin D and Insulin Resistance Because type II diabetes has reached epidemic proportions in the United States, research into the role of nutrients in development of this debilitating disease is blooming. Not much is known about the function of vitamin D in glucose metabolism. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 27, 2006 10:44 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Whey Protein Beneficial in Type II Diabetes A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2005;82(1):69-75) shows that the addition of a whey protein supplement reduces the rise in postprandial glucose and increases insulin secretion in Type 2 diabetics. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 24, 2006 10:04 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Coffee May Reduce Type II Diabetes Risks A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (2005;294(1):97-104) indicates that moderate to high coffee consumption may reduce the risk of developing type II diabetes mellitus. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 23, 2006 12:09 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Glycemic Control and Eye Health in Diabetics A study published in the July issue of Cornea investigated the effects of strict glycemic control on refractive eye changes in diabetics. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 22, 2006 09:40 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Chocolate Lowers Diabetes and Blood Pressure Risks Previous research has shown that flavanol antioxidants, a class of polyphenols found in chocolate, fruits, vegetables, red wine, and green tea, may contribute to heart health and boost immunity. Now a study reports that daily supplementation with antioxidant-rich dark chocolate may reduce the risk of hypertension and diabetes. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 20, 2006 07:03 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Type 2 Diabetics, Cholesterol, and Plant Sterols The June issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition published a small double blind randomized study that tested the efficacy of plant sterols against placebo in Type 2 diabetic and non-diabetic patients. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 10, 2006 09:00 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Cranberry for Prevention of Urinary Tract Infections A review published in American Family Physician (2004;70:2175-77) concluded that "cranberry appears to be a safe, herbal choice for UTI prophylaxis and has relatively good tolerability." More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 7, 2006 09:43 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Calcium and Risk of Renal Stone Formation A study from the Mahidol University in Bangkok investigated the effect of calcium supplementation in a sub-population of men who do not consume high levels of oxalate foods. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 6, 2006 05:20 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Magnesium Affects Diabetes Risk in Children Childhood obesity, currently at epidemic proportions in the US, is a leading cause of pediatric type 2 diabetes. Now research reports that magnesium deficiency in obese children is associated with an increased risk of diabetes. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 3, 2006 06:20 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Lycopene Lowers Pancreatic Cancer Risk Previous studies have indicated that the carotenoid, lycopene, may reduce the risk of cancer and macular degeneration. Research now reports that lycopene lowers the risk factors associated with pancreatic cancer. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on February 1, 2006 09:36 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Pycnogenol Lowers Glucose in Diabetics Pycnogenol, the extract of French Maritime pine bark, is a proanthocyanidin (PCO) flavonoid known for its potent antioxidant benefits. New findings report that pycnogenol may have glucose-lowering effects in diabetics. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 30, 2006 11:29 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Low Carb Diet Improves Glycemic Control and Insulin Sensitivity in Type 2 Diabetics A recent study published in the March issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine sought to clearly define the effects of a low carb diet on body weight, body water, energy intake and expenditure, glycemic control, insulin sensitivity, and lipid levels. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 27, 2006 10:19 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Ginkgo Biloba May Prove Beneficial for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes A study from the University of Texas measured the antioxidant effects of Ginkgo for three months in a population of adults with Type 2 diabetes mellitus. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 26, 2006 08:36 PM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Fish Oils for Acute Pancreatitis A study published in Clinical Nutrition researched the effects of enteral polyunsaturated fatty acids (fish oil) on patients with acute pancreatitis. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 25, 2006 09:31 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) Exposure To Excessive Iodine Levels, Total Thyroid Volume, and Children A study published in the April issue of American Journal of Clinical Nutrition investigated the intake of dietary iodine in children from five different continents; aiming to study the effects of iodine consumption on the total volume of the thyroid gland. More» Posted by Kristopher Foster on January 20, 2006 09:34 AM Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0)

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