Recently added articles from Environmental Nutrition:
Protect your vision with nutrient-rich, low-GI foods.(Just In)(glycemic index)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... An analysis of data from the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) revealed that study participants whose diets were high in certain nutrients and foods with a low glycemic index (GI) had the lowest risks of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD, which initially affects central ...
The latest on protecting the prostate from cancer, enlargement and more.(Report)
Jul 01, 2009; ... Most men will experience a prostate problem at some point in their lives because much can go awry with this walnut-sized gland beneath the bladder. The most common conditions include prostatitis-inflammation of the prostate-which can cause pain and can interfere with urination and sexual ...
Could broiling and grilling be almost as bad for you as frying?(Research News)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Here's a twist to the adage that you are what you eat: How you cook your food may be just as important to your health as the food itself. That's what researchers discovered recently when they looked at blood levels of compounds that form in foods during cooking. They linked the compounds ...
Pump it up: 10 strength training tips for bones, balance, weight control.(You Should Know)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Not so long ago, lifting weights conjured up images of Arnold Schwarzenegger in his bodybuilding heyday; it certainly wasn't an activity encouraged for someone at risk for a heart attack. Now, however, health experts recommend strength training for everyone to improve overall health and ...
High-fiber cereals: still a very smart health move.(Nutrition Comparison)(Statistical table)
Jul 01, 2009; ... Fiber has an image problem. It's not trendy like omega-3 fats or phytonutrients. Chances are, unless you're irregular, you don't even think about it. You should. Most Americans get only about 15 grams of dietary fiber a day--not even close to the recommended 25 and 38 grams for ...
Good nutrition may help prevent hearing loss.(Ask EN)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Q. Can diet affect my hearing? A. few studies do suggest that getting enough of certain nutrients may reduce the risk of age-related hearing loss, which affects about one-third of Americans by age 65, on-half by 75. Can Folic Acid Fix Hearing? Most recently, a study ...
Grapefruit and cancer?(Ask EN)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Q. I read that eating grapefruit can cause breast cancer. Is that really true? A. Not exactly, but there may be a risk. A recent study of more than 50,000 women found that women who ate grapefruit the most often (equal to half-a grapefruit every other day) had a significantly ...
Hormone use in cows raises eyebrows, but concerns are complex.(Ask EN)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Q. I've been seeing ads for milk without artificial hormones. Should I buy it? A. We think so, but not for the reasons you might suspect. First, you should know there's no such thing as hormone-free milk, and the Food and Drug Administration has issued warnings to milk ...
Tiny, versatile pine nut packs plenty of nutrition.(EN on Foods)
Jul 01, 2009; ... The Folklore. Ancient Komans preserved pine nuts in honey, pressed them into wine and used them in sausage. Nicknamed pinoccoli or pinocchi in Italy, this popular nut was the inspiration for Pinocchio's name, because his nose is shaped like a pine nut. The Facts. Pine nuts, also ...
Beverages sweetened with fructose increased abdominal fat and insulin resistance.(Research Roundup)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Researchers who gave overweight and obese men and women beverages sweetened with either fructose or glucose found that those who consumed the fructose drinks gained fat in their abdominal area, became less sensitive to insulin, and had increases in total and LDL cholesterol. Conversely, ...
Cooking methods affect levels of antioxidants in vegetables.(Research Roundup)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Researchers who examined how various cooking methods affected the level of antioxidants in vegetables found that "griddling" (cooking on a fiat metal surface with no oil) ...
Certain dietary patterns are strongly linked with heart health, say researchers.(Research Roundup)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... When researchers pooled findings from 189 studies, they found strong evidence that vegetables, nuts, and monounsaturated fatty acids--dietary elements commonly found in Mediterranean and prudent dietary patterns--had a protective effect on the ...
Waist circumference predictive of heart failure.(Just In)(Brief article)
Jun 01, 2009 ... The bigger your waist, the higher your risk of developing heart failure. Researchers who analyzed data from nearly 80,000 women and men age 45 to 83 discovered that those with larger waists had a higher incidence of heart failure, a condition in which an insufficient amount of blood is ...
Food for thought: exploring the potential of "mindful eating".
Jun 01, 2009; ... Do you eat when you're not hungry? Do you find yourself wolfing down food without even remembering it? If you're like most people, the answer is yes. In today's world, people barely notice the act of eating, as they feed on demand from fast food drive-thrus, vending machines, and snack ...
Walk yourself well: EN's step-by-step guide to good health.
Jun 01, 2009; ... With just one step you can make a giant leap toward improving your health and well-being. It sounds simple, but walking is one of the best ways to help stave off chronic diseases, improve self-confidence and mood plus keep you happy and independent--at any age. Benefits of ...
Meatless Mondays are good for you ... and the earth.(Reprint)
Jun 01, 2009; ... Okay, so you're environmentally inclined, but not exactly ready to embrace a vegan lifestyle. Still, you know juicy hamburgers, a succulent T-bone and meatballs with your spaghetti are not the most healthful choices for dinner. But forgoing meat doesn't have to be an all or nothing ...
Can beverage "boost" blood sugar control?(Product Watch)(Boost Glucose Control)(Product/service evaluation)
Jun 01, 2009 ... The Buzz. Novartis, the maker of Boost Glucose Control, boasts its product is: "Specifically formulated to meet the unique nutritional needs of people with type 2 diabetes to help maintain stable blood glucose levels. But is it necessary? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The ...
Mult-iple failures.(You Should Know)(multivitamins)(Brief article)
Jun 01, 2009 ... Multivitamins are basic supplements. Reliable, you'd think. But ConsumerLab. corn (CL), an independent evaluator, recently tested multis and found that more than half didn't pass muster. Failing Grades. The problems CL uncovered in 11 of 21 multis tested included: * ...
New study cites veggies as brain food.(Research News)(Chicago Health and Aging Project)(Brief article)
Jun 01, 2009 ... Over 65? Be sure to eat your vegetables to stay sharp. So suggests a recent study that tracked more than 3,700 men and women in the Chicago Health and Aging Project. Researchers assessed what the participants ate, then tested their mental acuity three years and six years later. ...
Add flavor, not fat, using EN's condiments guide.(Nutrition Comparison)
Jun 01, 2009; ... According to the dictionary, a condiment is "a substance ... to flavor or complement food." Condiment connoisseurs know that these accoutrements can make or break a menu; choose right and your condiments will complement the flavors, but won't detract nutritionally from your meal ....