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• Weight-Loss Programs Tailored to a Person's Genome May be Coming

  Published: Monday, January 04, 2016

  Some believe the next big advance in helping people achieve a healthier weight will be to use an individual's genetic data to customize diets and physical activity plans, an approach known as "precision weight loss."

• Vitamin D Levels Linked to Weight-Loss Surgery Outcomes

  Published: Tuesday, December 29, 2015

  Seasonal variations in sun exposure may account for difference in post-surgical complications.
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  A New Scoring Method Measures Beverage Intake Healthiness

  Published: Wednesday, July 15, 2015

  Virginia Tech University researchers have developed the Health Beverage Index (HBI) which can help measure if people's beverages are good health choices.
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  FDA Tells Food Establishments to Post Calories

  Published: Tuesday, December 02, 2014

  The FDA recently announced new regulations that will require chain restaurants, movie theaters, pizza parlors and many other food establishments nationwide to post calorie contents of their foods in the clear vision of the consumer. The FDA has issued a November 2015 deadline for the necessary adjustments to be made by the companies.
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  What is Healthy Obesity

  Published: Thursday, July 31, 2014

  Is it possible to be metabolically healthy and still obese?
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  Soft Drink Tax May be Worth it

  Published: Thursday, July 03, 2014

  A tax on sweetened soft drinks could be an effective weapon in the war against obesity, generating weight losses of up to 3.64 kilograms as individuals reduce their consumption.
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  Baby Formula and Diabetes Associated Autoantibodies have no Correlation

  Published: Friday, June 27, 2014

  There is no correlation between the consumption of a cow's milk-based formula or hydrolyzed protein formula and the development of diabetes-associated autoantibodies in children younger than seven.
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  Researchers identify mechanism that could help old muscle grow

  Published: Thursday, June 19, 2014

  Sarcopenia – the significant loss of muscle mass and function that can occur as we age – is associated with many chronic conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol and obesity.
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  Expose Children to Vegetables Early and Often

  Published: Wednesday, June 18, 2014

  Exposing infants to a new vegetable early in life encourages them to eat more of it compared to offering novel vegetables to older children, new research from the University of Leeds suggests.
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  Lose Weight by Eating Prunes

  Published: Tuesday, June 17, 2014

  Research by the University of Liverpool has found that eating prunes as part of a weight control diet can improve weight loss.
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  High-Protein Breakfast Helps Women Maintain Glucose Control

  Published: Tuesday, June 10, 2014

  Over time, controlling glucose in the blood may decrease individuals' diabetes risk.

• Exercise Helps People at Risk for Alzheimers Keep a Hippocampus Healthy

  Published: Friday, May 02, 2014

  A study of older adults at increased risk for Alzheimer's disease shows that moderate physical activity may protect brain health and stave off...

• Another Reason to Eat Oats for Your Heart

  Published: Wednesday, April 23, 2014

  The soluble fiber in oats helps lower total and LDL cholesterol, but scientists now say that the cardiovascular health benefits of oats goes beyond...

• Chronic Disease Prevention Increased with Quality Childhood Programs

  Published: Tuesday, April 15, 2014

  Disadvantaged children attending early childhood development programs have significantly improved health as adults Disadvantaged children who attend...

• Controlled Protein Intake Key to Long and Healthy Life

  Published: Thursday, April 03, 2014

  While it`s clear that diet can affect longevity, there`s great uncertainty about which combinations of foods are best for attaining a long and...

• Depression Diabetes and Impulse Control Disorders are Independently Associated

  Published: Tuesday, February 18, 2014

  New research published today shows that depression and impulse control disorders (eating disorders in particular) are independently associated with...

• Social Norms Influence Food Choices

  Published: Friday, January 17, 2014

  Is obesity a socially transmitted disease? In order to try to find out, researchers in the United Kingdom conducted a systematic review of several...

• Eating Slowly May Reduce Hunger but Affects Calorie Consumption Differently

  Published: Wednesday, January 15, 2014

  According to new study of normal-weight and overweight or obese individuals published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and...

• 2014 - Top 14 Diet Trends

  Published: Friday, January 10, 2014

  The annual nutrition expert trends forecast is in – what fad diets are hot?  What`s out?  Which foods top the list?  What are...

• Metabolically Healthy Obesity Does Not Guarantee Clean Bill of Health

  Published: Tuesday, December 31, 2013

  Obese people who are currently metabolically healthy face a higher risk of developing diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to new research...

• American Diabetes Association Releases New Nutritional Guidelines

  Published: Friday, December 06, 2013

  The American Diabetes Association recommends all people living with diabetes make nutrition therapy a part of their diabetes treatment plan, but...

• Binge Eating More Likely to Lead to Health Risks in Men

  Published: Thursday, November 14, 2013

  Binge eating is a problem affecting both men and women, however obese men who binge are more likely than their female counterparts to have elevated...

• Ways to Help Make Your Child's School Healthier and Fight Obesity

  Published: Friday, September 27, 2013

  Because children spend most of their time in classrooms, schools are an ideal setting for healthy behaviors to be taught and modeled. Therefore,...

• Healthy Diet, Moderate Alcohol Linked With Decreased Risk of Kidney Disease in Patient with T2 Diabetes

  Published: Thursday, September 26, 2013

  Eating a healthy diet and drinking a moderate amount of alcohol may be associated with decreased risk or progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD)...

• Eating a Big Breakfast Fights Obesity and Disease

  Published: Friday, September 13, 2013

  A high-calorie breakfast protects against [type 2] diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular problems, says Tel Aviv University (TAU)...

• Erectile Dysfunction with Diabetes - 9 Healthy Habits to Help Prevent and Control Erectile Dysfunction

  Published: Wednesday, September 04, 2013

  One of the most neglected areas in diabetes education is the topic of men’s sexual health. As a diabetes educator, before each consult I like...

• Many Chronic Diseases Are Preventable through Eating Habits and Lifestyle

  Published: Friday, August 30, 2013

  Preventing obesity and chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and some cancers is possible through healthful eating habits and a physically...

• Eating More Red Meat Associated with Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

  Published: Friday, August 09, 2013

  Eating more red meat over time is associated with an increased risk of type-2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in a follow-up of three studies of about...

• Eating Grapes May Protect Against Metabolic Syndrome

  Published: Tuesday, May 21, 2013

  Consuming grapes may help protect against organ damage associated with the progression of metabolic syndrome, according to research recently...

• Marketing Research Offers Prescription for Better Nutrition

  Published: Thursday, May 16, 2013

  It may seem counter-intuitive to take health advice from a marketing professor, but when it comes to analyzing consumer data and its relationship to...

• Discovery in Neuroscience Could Offer Solution to Eating Disorders Such As Obesity

  Published: Thursday, May 09, 2013

  It was previously thought that the nerve cells in the brain associated with appetite regulation were generated entirely during an embryo’s...

• Protein-Rich Breakfasts Prevent Unhealthy Snacking in the Evening

  Published: Friday, May 03, 2013

  Breakfast might be the most important meal of the day, but up to 60 percent of American young people consistently skip it. Now, Heather Leidy, an...

• Using Healthy Oils Can Reduce the Risk of T2 Diabetes and Heart Disease

  Published: Thursday, April 18, 2013

  Penny Kris-Etherton, Ph.D., R.D., Distinguished Professor, Department of Nutritional Sciences, The Pennsylvania State University, says processed...

• What to Eat for a Healthy Heart

  Published: Monday, April 01, 2013

  When it comes to heart healthy foods, more and more products that can positively affect blood pressure, cholesterol, or overall cardiovascular health...

• Diabetes Diet and Nutrition Videos

  Published: Thursday, March 21, 2013

  DiabetesCare.net's video library has an extensive collection of videos that can help people with diabetes manage their diet and nutrition...

• Emotional Eating is Top Obstacle to Successful Weight Loss Say Psychologists

  Published: Thursday, February 07, 2013

  When it comes to losing weight, a popular New Year’s resolution for many, people often focus on eating less and exercising more. But results of...

• Study Deflates Notion that 'Pear-Shaped' Bodies More Healthy Than 'Apples'

  Published: Monday, February 04, 2013

  People who are “apple-shaped” — with fat more concentrated around the abdomen — have long been considered more at risk for...

• Drinking 100% Orange Juice is Linked to Better Overall Diets and a Lower Risk of Obesity Among Adults

  Published: Friday, January 25, 2013

  Orange juice may do more for your diet and overall health than you may think, according to results of a recently published study in Nutrition...

• Kids Consume More Soda and Calories When Eating Out

  Published: Friday, December 21, 2012

  Children and adolescents consume more calories and soda and have poorer nutrient-intake on days they eat at either fast-food or full-service...

• Secret to Losing Weight? Look in the Freezer

  Published: Friday, December 14, 2012

  Improving health can be as easy as opening the freezer door. “Save time, save money, boost nutrition and control portions by eating...

• How to Have a Healthy Holiday: The Key Is Balance

  Published: Wednesday, December 12, 2012

  There’s nothing wrong with a cookie or a glass of eggnog at the holidays, says Debra Haire-Joshu, PhD, director of the Center for Obesity...

• Study: 'Mindful Eating' Lowers Weight and Blood Sugar for T2's

  Published: Thursday, November 29, 2012

  Eating mindfully, or consuming food in response to physical cues of hunger and fullness, is just as effective as adhering to nutrition-based...

• Legislated to Health?

  Published: Monday, September 24, 2012

  Obesity rates in North America are a growing concern for legislators. Expanded waistlines mean rising health-care costs for maladies such as [type 2]...

• Tool Developed That Helps Dietitians Deliver Info Clients Need and Can Understand

  Published: Wednesday, August 29, 2012

  If you`ve consulted with a nutrition educator about how best to lose weight or manage your diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol, you...

• Study Serves Up Healthy Choice of Rice

  Published: Friday, August 10, 2012

  Rice consumers concerned about reports that rice is linked to [type 2] diabetes can rest assured that rice can be part of a healthy diet, with...

• In Wake of New York Soda Ban Proposal, Group Encourages Education, Moderation

  Published: Wednesday, July 04, 2012

  New York City has announced plans to ban the sale of sodas and other sugary beverages larger than 16 ounces in restaurants and entertainment venues....

• 'Obesity Genes' May Influence Food Choices, Eating Patterns

  Published: Wednesday, June 13, 2012

  Blame it on your genes? Researchers from The Miriam Hospital’s Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center say individuals with variations in...

• Study May Offer Drug-Free Intervention to Prevent Obesity and T2 Diabetes

  Published: Friday, June 08, 2012

  It turns out that when we eat may be as important as what we eat. Scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies have found that regular...

• Sitting at Work All Day Increases T2 Diabetes Risk in Women

  Published: Thursday, May 24, 2012

  A new study finds women who spend four to seven hours a day sitting are more likely to show early signs of type 2 diabetes, but researchers have...

• Zip Code as Important as Genetic Code in Childhood Obesity

  Published: Friday, May 18, 2012

  Nearly 18 percent of U.S. school-aged children and adolescents are obese, as the rate of childhood obesity has more than tripled in the past 30...

• Research: No Association Between White Potato Consumption and Obesity, T2 Diabetes

  Published: Wednesday, May 16, 2012

  Preliminary research presented recently at The Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) Conference in San Diego demonstrates...

• Edible 'Stop Signs' in Food Could Help Control Overeating

  Published: Monday, May 14, 2012

  Subtle visual cues may change how much people eat, shows a Cornell University study. In the study, 98 college students were given potato chips to...

• Tree Nut Consumption Associated with Lower Body Weight/Prevalence of Health Risks

  Published: Wednesday, May 09, 2012

  In a study published recently in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, researchers compared risk factors for heart disease, type 2...

• How to Use Visualization for Weight Loss

  Published: Thursday, May 03, 2012

  Visualizing making positive changes to eating habits increases the likelihood of success, according to a recent McGill University study. Study...

• Fruit, Veggies Tied to Lower T2 Diabetes Risk

  Published: Thursday, April 26, 2012

  Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables can help decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a new Institute of Metabolic Science study. The...

• Study: Complicated Link Between Diet Drinks, Health

  Published: Wednesday, March 28, 2012

  People who drink diet soda, but otherwise eat a healthy diet, have less risk of developing metabolic syndrome than diet-soda drinkers who eat a less...

• Study Gives the Skinny on Eating Chocolate

  Published: Tuesday, March 27, 2012

  People who consume a small amount of chocolate each day have a lower body mass index than people who do not regularly eat chocolate, according to a...

• Dynamic Duos: Foods Team Up for Healthy Benefits

  Published: Monday, March 19, 2012

  Food synergy refers to how different foods work together to keep bodies healthy. Foods contain vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients, and science...

• Calories Are Everywhere, Yet Hard to Track

  Published: Monday, March 19, 2012

  Understanding how many calories are in foods, how calories from different sources affect the body, and how many to eat is more complex than reading...

• 'Do Your Best' Not a Good Enough Goal to Improve Type 2 Diabetes Diet

  Published: Friday, March 16, 2012

  A specific goal to eat a set number of daily servings of low-glycemic-index foods can improve dietary habits of people with type 2 diabetes,...

• Parent-Training Intervention Curbs Pediatric Obesity Rates

  Published: Thursday, March 15, 2012

  A UCLA study has found that a new parent-training program is effective in reducing the risk of low-income, preschool-age Latino children being...

• Toss Cravings, Lose Weight

  Published: Friday, March 09, 2012

  Of 190 million obese Americans, approximately 10-15 percent engage in harmful binge eating. During single sittings, these over-eaters consume large...

• Dark Meat Can Be Heart-Healthy, Study Shows

  Published: Tuesday, March 06, 2012

  Doctors have long recommended choosing white meat over dark meat, since it is lower in saturated fat, but evidence now indicates that dark meat has...

• Non-Essential (NEEDNT) Food List? A New Tool Against Obesity

  Published: Friday, February 24, 2012

  The “NEEDNT” foods list, developed by the University of Otago, helps people identify 49 foods to avoid or eat sparingly. The list is...

• High Fructose Consumption by Adolescents Has T2 Diabetes/Cardiovascular Risk

  Published: Friday, February 17, 2012

  Evidence of cardiovascular disease and [type 2] diabetes risk is present in the blood of adolescents who consume a lot of fructose, a scenario that...

• No Single Diabetes Diet Fits All

  Published: Sunday, February 12, 2012

  People diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes need to find a healthy diet that works best for them to lose weight and control their blood sugar. No...

• Registered Dietitians Help Manage and Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

  Published: Thursday, February 09, 2012

  Celebrity chef Paula Deen announced on January 17 that she has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and is working with a pharmaceutical company to...

• New Research Demonstrates Lean Beef is Good for Heart Health

  Published: Friday, January 13, 2012

  A new study published in the January 2012 edition of American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that beef can play a role in a cholesterol-lowering...

• Calorie Reduction Tip No. 2

  Published: Thursday, October 13, 2011

  Don`t do other things while you`re eating. If you read, watch TV, use the computer or talk to the rest of the family too much, you become distracted...

• Diabetes Cooking Tip No. 1- Cut Down on Added Sugar

  Published: Tuesday, October 11, 2011

  The American Diabetes Association recommends controlling the fat and sugar in your cooking and baking to achieve a healthy weight and better blood...

• Can Comic Books Combat Childhood Obesity?

  Published: Wednesday, September 07, 2011

  The newest superhero nemesis isn’t the Joker or Kryptonite or the Red Skull. With a little knowledge, the latest superhero weapons can be much...

• Healthy Food Tips for Back-to-School Success

  Published: Friday, August 26, 2011

  While parents prepare to send their children back to school, they need to remember that nutrition plays a huge role in academic success. Mary Pat...

• 'Love Your Body' to Lose Weight

  Published: Tuesday, August 02, 2011

  Almost a quarter of men and women in England and over a third of adults in America are obese. Obesity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart...

• Researchers: Obese Doesn't Always Mean Unhealthy

  Published: Friday, July 01, 2011

  Its become an axiom of health that overweight and obese people are not as healthy as their normal weight counterparts. In fact, obesity has been...

• Pre-Diabetic? Start Eating More Fruit

  Published: Wednesday, June 15, 2011

  Before people develop type 2 diabetes, they almost always have "pre-diabetes," defined as blood glucose levels that are higher than normal...

• Are Our Kids Oversnacked?

  Published: Tuesday, February 22, 2011

  Kids aren’t the only ones who smile when the words “snack time” are heard. We are obsessed with snacking. Aisle after aisle in the...

• New Guidelines Encourage Americans to Eat More Low-Fat and Fat-Free Dairy Foods

  Published: Monday, February 14, 2011

  The nation’s obesity numbers continue to climb, yet surprisingly many Americans are falling short on key nutrients that could put their health...

• New 'Dietary Guidelines for Americans' Call for Less Daily Sodium for Diabetics

  Published: Thursday, February 10, 2011

  The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, released last week, have everyone scrambling to translate the recommendations into their daily meal...

• Childhood Obesity Linked with Health Habits, Not Heredity

  Published: Tuesday, February 08, 2011

  Are some children genetically tuned to be overweight, or is lifestyle to blame for childhood obesity? Check-ups of 1,003 Michigan 6th graders in a...

• Looking for a Healthy Beverage? Get Back to the Basics

  Published: Wednesday, January 26, 2011

  Sports drinks and enhanced waters have become extremely popular among athletes and consumers who want to live a healthy lifestyle. Yet a growing body...

• Wholesome Nutrition: 14 Healthy Foods with Solid Research Behind Them

  Published: Tuesday, January 25, 2011

  With the start of a new year, many of us resolve to better our habits by trying to incorporate more nutritious foods into our diets. An article in...

• Eating Mostly Whole Grains, Few Refined Grains Linked to Lower Body Fat

  Published: Thursday, October 28, 2010

  People who consume several servings of whole grains per day while limiting daily intake of refined grains appear to have less of a type of fat...

• Why Should I Eat at About the Same Times Each Day?

  Published: Monday, August 16, 2010

  * Eating at about the same times each day helps you keep your blood sugar from getting too high or too low. * Eating at about the same times each...

• Can Your Blood Sugar Remain At a Healthy Level?

  Published: Thursday, August 12, 2010

  The answer to the question is yes, if you follow these simple guidelines: - Eat about the same amounts of food each day. - Eat your meals and...

• Diabetes or Not, Dietary Habits of African Americans are Similar

  Published: Tuesday, August 10, 2010

  Diabetes or Not, Dietary Habits of African Americans are Similar Source: Ohio State University Press Release Researchers looking for differences...

• Make Your Recipes Diabetes-Friendly

  Published: Thursday, July 22, 2010

  Make Your Recipes Diabetes-Friendly By Sharon Howard, RD, CDE What does diabetes-friendly mean? Everyone, not just people with diabetes, could use...

• High-Fiber Diet Can Ward Off T2 Diabetes and Heart Disease

  Published: Thursday, July 22, 2010

  High-Fiber Diet Can Ward Off T2 Diabetes and Heart Disease Source: Nutrition Horizon Press Release A diet high in fiber can provide significant...

• Make Your Recipes Diabetes-Friendly

  Published: Tuesday, July 13, 2010

  Make Your Recipes Diabetes-Friendly By Sharon Howard, RD, CDE What does diabetes-friendly mean? Everyone, not just people with diabetes, could use...

• Enjoying Healthier Foods Promotes Weight Loss

  Published: Monday, June 28, 2010

  Adopting a new eating style that promotes weight loss must include lowering your total calorie intake. But decreasing calories need not mean giving...

• Study: Eating An Egg A Day Won't Increase T2 Diabetes Risk

  Published: Thursday, June 17, 2010

  Study: Eating An Egg A Day Won`t Increase T2 Diabetes Risk By Mike Boyle A new Cardiovascular Health Study conducted with 3,898 older men and...

• Walking Tip No. 8: Eating and Walking

  Published: Thursday, June 10, 2010

  It`s always a good idea to carry a snack for when you or your walking partner detects signs of low blood sugar. After walking, you may need to eat...

• Eating Bran Helps Those With T2 Diabetes

  Published: Tuesday, May 11, 2010

  Eating Bran Helps Those With T2 Diabetes By Mike Boyle The results of a 26-year study, culled from data taken from the Nurses` Health Study and...

• Five Healthy Habits For People Newly Diagnosed With Diabetes

  Published: Monday, February 15, 2010

  Five Healthy Habits For People Newly Diagnosed With Diabetes By Sharon Howard, R.D., M.S., C.D.E., F.A.D.A. 1.    Get On Board!...

• Welcome to DiabetesCare.net - 30 Years of Listening

  Published: Tuesday, February 02, 2010

  Welcome to DiabetesCare.net - 30 Years of Listening By Sharon Howard It is with great excitement and pleasure that I begin my relationship with...

• How to Be a Mindful Eater

  Published: Tuesday, November 24, 2009

  Are you always in a hurry when it comes to food? Do you eat too fast - trouble making your meal last? Do you multi-task while you eat - driving,...

• Healthy Supermarket Shopping Guide for People with Diabetes

  Published: Wednesday, November 18, 2009

  Choices, decisions - confusion? Eating healthy at home starts with a plan - how to navigate the supermarket and buy the best healthy food you can...

• Healthy Snacks for People with Diabetes

  Published: Friday, October 09, 2009

  The best snacks for those with diabetes are healthy, convenient and carbohydrate-controlled; High in fiber, low fat, less salt, and very little sugar.

• Count Your Carbs

  Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2009

  By now you know that carbohydrates affect your blood glucose levels. No, you do not have to avoid all sweets and starches, and yes, you can have...

• Blood Glucose - Preprandial Blood Glucose | DiabetesCare.net

  Published: Friday, August 21, 2009

  Blood glucose goals for people with diabetes. Before eating (preprandial) 70-130mg/dl. 1-2 hours after eating (peak post-prandial) <180mg/dl.

• Children and Their Diabetes Diet

  Published: Wednesday, July 01, 2009

  Eating a structured meal plan can be a difficult adjustment for a child, but it is critical to maintaining healthy blood sugar. Living with diabetes...