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Unlocking the oil palm Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 6:06PMThe high-yielding oil palm we see today is the result of decades’ worth of breeding programmes.
Obesity in kids reaches extreme levels Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 6:00PMAccording to a Victoria's top childhood obesity experts, toddlers are becoming so obese they need hospital treatment and 10-year-olds so overweight they risk heart disease. This comes from Dr Matt Sabin, co-head of the Royal Children's Hospital weight management clinic who labeled Victoria's obesity epidemic as extreme. He said he often saw three-year-olds weighing 35kg - more than double their ...
Poll: Obesity hits more boomers than others in U.S. Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:59PMWASHINGTON -- Baby boomers say their biggest health fear is cancer. Given their waistlines, heart disease and diabetes should be atop that list, too. Boomers are more obese than other generations, a new poll finds, setting them up for unhealthy senior years.
Meatless Monday: Ginger Tofu With Asian Greens Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:49PMA healthy take on Chinese cuisine. Did you know that improving your health can be as easy as cutting out meat and processed cold cuts one day a week? Doing so can reduce your risk of chronic preventable conditions like cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity.
Diabetic patients learn about healthy eating by growing vegetables Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:34PMEdward Hospital is giving diabetes patients a hands-on lesson in managing their disease.In May, patients of Edward Medical Group and the Diabetes Center broke ground on a vegetable/herb garden. Tending to the plants provides patients with exercise and access to fresh, healthy food for a more balanced diet.Nurse Julie Losasso came up with the idea for a garden after reading “The Jungle Effect,” a ...
HEALTH: Keeping your heart in shape Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:24PMCardiovascular disease is the number-one killer of both women and men in the United States, yet sometimes people donât have the level of awareness they need to realize its significant risks.
Jonah Hill Weight Loss; Can You Lose Weight Without Expensive Personal Trainers? Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:10PMJonah Hill, star of teen snark flicks "Superbad" and "Get Him to the Greek," has reshaped his formerly chubby self for a new film "21 Jump Street." Hill's personal nutritionist and trainer helped him lose weight; are expensive resources needed for weight loss? The keys to successful weight loss are information and willpower.
Experimental drug raises 'good' cholesterol, may help control diabetes Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 4:21PMAn experimental cholesterol drug improved blood sugar control in diabetic patients on statins, a new study shows. The drug raises levels of "good" cholesterol and may help lower cardiovascular disease risk in people with diabetes.
'IDOLizing' Low Cholesterol Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 4:11PMHigh levels of 'bad' cholesterol (LDL cholesterol) are a risk factor for developing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) — a disease of the major arterial blood vessels that is one of the major causes of heart attack and stroke. Although the use of statins and the adoption of lifestyle changes to reduce LDL cholesterol levels have decreased the incidence of and mortality from ASCVD ...
Nuts instead of carbs may aid diabetes control: Study Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:41PMNEW YORK - Replacing that daily muffin with a handful or two of nuts may help people with diabetes better control their blood sugar and cholesterol levels, according to a study.
We don't have to lose the obesity battle Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:00PMIt's official: Florida is losing the obesity battle.
Take fat Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 10:18PMDr David Ludwig, from Harvard-affiliated Children's Hospital, Boston, also suggested that their parents should undergo 'instruction' to stop them buying junk food.
Fun in Nyssa Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:59PMNYSSA — Nyssa will be very busy starting Thursday as the 46th Annual Thunderegg Days Festival will be under way, with rock, gem and artisan vendors, food vendors, lawnmower dragsters, fundraiser dinners, a quilt show, tours and entertainment.
Take care of your teeth and eyes 'to cut risk of dementia' Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:07PMResearchers have identified a range of conditions that all increase the risk of Alzheimer's, including arthritis, poor eyesight, broken bones and even badly fitting dentures.
Should parents lose custody of super obese kids? Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:18PMA provocative commentary in one of the nation's most distinguished medical journals argues yes, and its authors are joining a quiet chorus of advocates who say the government should be allowed to intervene in extreme cases.
Bulletin Board Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 7:11PMA list of events in Palm Beach County Thursday
Super-obese kids? Lose custody Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:14PMCHICAGO - Should parents of extremely obese children lose custody for not controlling their kids' weight? A provocative commentary in one of the nation's most distinguished medical journals argues yes, and its authors are joining a quiet chorus of advocates who say the government should be allowed to intervene in extreme cases.
Should Parents Lose Custody of Super Obese Kids? Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:43AMCHICAGO - Should parents of extremely obese children lose custody for not controlling their kids' weight? A provocative commentary in one of the nation's most distinguished medical journals argues yes, and its authors are joining a quiet chorus of advocates who say the government should be allowed to intervene in extreme cases. It has happened a few times in the U.S., and the opinion piece in ...
New Kids' Menu at Joe's Crab Shack Features Healthy Dining Choices Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:30AMParents traveling with young children this summer have a new tool to help them navigate healthy dining choices at restaurants, and it will direct them to a new kids' menu and registered dietician endorsed choices at Joe's Crab Shack.
Should Parents Lose Custody Of Obese Kids? Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:06AMShould parents of extremely obese children lose custody for not controlling their kids' weight? A provocative commentary in one of the nation's most distinguished medical journals argues yes, and its authors are joining a quiet chorus of advocates who say the government should be allowed to intervene in extreme cases.
Health Tip: Binge Eating May Lead to Weight Gain Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:06AM(HealthDay News) -- Binge eating disorder means eating abnormally large amounts of food, eating extremely quickly and eating beyond the point of fullness.
Both body and brain mechanisms are involved in effects of exercise to modulate food intake Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:03AMResearch to be presented at the upcoming annual meeting of the Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior (SSIB), the foremost society for research into all aspects of eating and drinking behavior, finds that alterations of meal-related gut hormone signals may contribute to the overall effects of exercise to help manage body weight.
Robert Langer on targeted drug delivery for future medicine Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:02AMRobert Langer told EarthSky, "You'd like a cancer drug to go to the cancer cell - and to no other cell in the body."
Should parents should lose custody of obese kids? Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 7:04AMA provocative commentary in one of the most distinguished medical journals argues parents of extremely obese children should lose custody for not controlling their kids' weight.
Ask Dr. Gott: Overusing supplements Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 4:01AMDear Dr. Gott: I have a friend whose husband consumes well over the recommended doses of liquid and tablet forms of mineral supplements. He purchases approximately $1,000 worth each month.
Eat heart healthy while keeping it tasty Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 2:29AMOne man's moderation could be another man's splurge.
Christian group Medi-Share a health insurance alternative Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 2:22AMThe Bloughs of Greer are among 43,000 participants in a Christian community that shares medical bills and spiritual support through Medi-Share.
Try this summer recipe from Taste of Home Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 7:54AMLearn new recipes and time-saving cooking tips at the Star’s 2011 Taste of Home event at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept.15, at Malcolm Brown Auditorium, Shelby High School. The vendor show starts at 4 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for $10 general...
Hold the ketchup Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 7:37AMMake mustard butter a savory topping for burgers off the grill Hamburgers on the grill are a summertime tradition, true, but the same old condiments can get boring. Instead of ketchup, American cheese and a pickle slice, surprise your family by topping each burger with a pat of mustard butter.
Apple pie fit for bringing on the road Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 5:43AMBy Alison Ladman For The Associated Press Hand pies with apple filling provide the all-American comfort of apple pie, minus the need for fork and plate.
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Small treat offers big flavor Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 4:51AMHand pies with apple filling provide the all-American comfort of apple pie, minus the need for fork and plate. While not a new concept, hand pies turn apple pie into a convenient, easy and mess-free treat for Fourth of July celebrations.
Deviled eggs offer a healthy alternative Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 4:37AMDeviled eggs are a classic accompaniment to summer picnics and barbecue. But they generally are loaded with fat and calories from the egg yolks and mayonnaise.
Obradovich: Proposed end to tax rule gives businesses indigestion Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 4:12AMPresident Barack Obama, on his way to an economic speech in Bettendorf, stopped at a local diner and ordered up a specialty that takes a strong stomach: the Magic Mountain.
Study: Diabetes doubles in 30 years Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 12:27AMThe number of adults worldwide with diabetes has more than doubled in three decades, jumping to an estimated 347 million, a new study says.
Adult diabetes rate doubles: study Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 12:12AMLONDON (AFP) - The number of adults with diabetes worldwide has more than doubled since 1980, with almost 350 million now affected, according to a new study published in The Lancet medical journal.
347 million adults have diabetes, study finds Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 12:06AMThe number of adults with diabetes worldwide has more than doubled in three decades, to an estimated 347 million, a new study says.
Higher rates of diabetes in developing nations rival U.S. Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 11:15PMWith almost 10 percent of the world's adults affected, increasing obesity and inactivity are blamed,
Chicken dish is a snap; just as tasty as leftovers Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 11:00PMThe dish tastes good as cold leftovers; a night spent in the refrigerator heightens the flavors.
Although bland, quinoa adds protein to dishes Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 11:00PMQuinoa is not really a grain, but the seed is treated like one. It comes packed with protein, which makes it a good non-animal source of amino acids. Although the name sounds exotic (KEEN-wah or KEE-wah), it tastes fairly bland.
347 million diabetics worldwide Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 10:27PMThe number of adults worldwide with diabetes has more than doubled in three decades.
Diabetes rate in adults doubles since 1980: Study Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 10:16PMLONDON - THE number of adults worldwide with diabetes has more than doubled in three decades, jumping to an estimated 347 million, a new study says. Much of that increase is due to ageing populations - since diabetes typically hits in middle age - and population growth, but part of it has also been fuelled by rising obesity rates.
For families, running is way to stay fit together Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 9:47PMHUNTINGTON -- Mike Beahm of Huntington had more than one reason to participate in the West Virginia 5K Championship on Saturday in downtown Huntington.
World facing diabetes epidemic Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 9:40PMNumber affected has doubled in past 30 years to 347 million.
Goodness of Cheerios hits 70 Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 5:54AMWhat is the most popular cereal brand in American grocery stores? Hint: It's been General Mills' top name since 1951. Another hint: If you're a parent, you've vacuumed it from the minivan and under the high-chair cushion by the cupful.
At 70, Cheerios still No. 1 Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 4:53AMThe iconic cereal, known by its distinctive yellow box, is 70 years old this year and still a force on the breakfast cereal market. One out of every eight boxes of cereal to leave the shelf in America carries the Cheerios name.
Cheerios still a staple at 70 Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 3:49AMBUFFALO, N.Y. — Here's a little quiz for the breakfast table: What is the most popular cereal brand in American grocery stores? Hint: It's been General Mills' top name since 1951.
Conrad Black Must Return to Prison After New Sentence Imposed Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 11:43PMConrad Black, the former Hollinger International Inc. chairman and chief executive officer, was resentenced for mail fraud and obstructing justice and must spend another year in prison.
An apple pie fit for bringing on the road Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 11:18PMHand pies with apple filling provide the all-American comfort of apple pie, minus the need for fork and plate. / Matthew Mead/AP Hand pies with apple filling provide the all-American comfort of apple pie, minus the need for fork and plate.
Exit the diabetes highway Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 2:32PMThis summer’s top horror story are metabolic syndrome and prediabetes, two scary blood sugar problems rising faster than gas prices.