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Prenatal DHA Reduces Early Preterm Birth and Low Birth Weight
February 25, 2013 Infants of mothers who were given 600 milligrams of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA during pregnancy weighed more at birth and were less likely to be very low birth weight and born before 34 weeks ... > full story -
The Lifetime Journeys of Manure-Based Microbes
February 22, 2013 Studies at the U.S. Department of Agriculture are shedding some light on the microbes that dwell in cattle manure -- what they are, where they thrive, where they struggle, and where they can end ... > full story -
Smarter Lunchrooms Make Lunch Choices Child's Play
February 22, 2013 In Jan. 2012, the United States Department of Agriculture passed a series of regulations designed to make school lunches more nutritious, which included requiring schools to increase whole grain ... > full storyMore: -
Omega-3s Inhibit Breast Cancer Tumor Growth, Study Finds
February 21, 2013 A lifelong diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids can inhibit growth of breast cancer tumors by 30 percent, according to new research from the University of Guelph. The study, published recently in the ... > full story -
Disruption of Circadian Clock Linked to Obesity, Diabetes and Heart Attacks
February 21, 2013 Disruption in the body's circadian rhythm can lead not only to obesity, but can also increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease. That is the conclusion of the first study to show definitively ... > full story -
Employees Shed Pounds in Worksite-Based Weight Loss Intervention With Behavioral Counseling
February 20, 2013 Workplace-based programs that include dietary advice coupled with behavioral counseling appear to be a promising approach for men and women with significant weight loss goals, based on the results of ... > full story -
Antioxidants in Your Diet May Not Reduce Risk of Stroke or Dementia, Study Suggests
February 20, 2013 Contrary to other research, a new study found that the total level of antioxidants in people’s diets is not related to their risk of developing stroke or dementia. Antioxidants such as ... > full story -
High Glycemic Index Foods and Dairy Products Linked to Acne
February 20, 2013 A new study has determined that there is increasing evidence of a connection between diet and acne, particularly from high glycemic load diets and dairy products, and that medical nutrition therapy ... > full story -
Diet of Resistant Starch Helps the Body Resist Colorectal Cancer
February 19, 2013 New research shows that resistant starch helps the body resist colorectal cancer through mechanisms including killing pre-cancerous cells and reducing inflammation that can otherwise promote ... > full story -
Raw Meat Diet May Not Be Enough for Cats (or Tigers): Pet Owners Risk Increased Pathogens, Nutrient Imbalances
February 19, 2013 Should your cat eat steak? Researchers report that raw meat diets can lack important nutrients. Though raw meat is a good source of protein for felines, pet owners need to supplement ... > full story
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