Here’s what’s in your bottled water
Here’s what’s in your bottled water
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Holiday Bright Spots: Food Tips for People with Diabetes
Holiday Bright Spots: Food Tips for People with Diabetes
Effective tips for surviving food-focused gatherings, defeating stress, cooking smart, sneaking in exercise, and optimizing sleep. Plus, clever recipes and great book recommendations! Read more
Yellow eyelid blobs hint at hidden heart disease
Yellow eyelid blobs hint at hidden heart disease
We’ve all seen a few people, like maybe grandpa or grandma, with those little patches of yellowish plaques around the upper and lower eyelids. New research shows these may actually be a Read more
Interstitial Cystitis Diet
Interstitial Cystitis Diet
Confident Choices is dedicated to providing nutrition and lifestyle education for interstitial cystitis (IC) patients. Julie Beyer, owner of Confident Choices is both a dietitian and an IC Read more
Development of Vitamin D Toxicity from Overcorrection of Vitamin D Deficiency: A Review of Case Reports
Development of Vitamin D Toxicity from Overcorrection of Vitamin D Deficiency: A Review of Case Reports
Source: Development of Vitamin D Toxicity from Overcorrection of Vitamin D Deficiency: A Review of Case Read more
Even a 2-Minute Walk Counts in New Physical Activity Guidelines
Even a 2-Minute Walk Counts in New Physical Activity Guidelines
Take the stairs up to your office. Park a little further away from the grocery store. Walk your dog around the block. Carry out the trash. Source: Even a 2-Minute Walk Counts in New Read more
These Plant Chemicals Could Help Your Heart’s Health
These Plant Chemicals Could Help Your Heart’s Health
Drinking a cup of tea or eating a handful of berries a day may help protect against heart disease, a new study suggests. Source: These Plant Chemicals Could Help Your Heart’s Read more
Nutrition Courses
Nutrition Courses
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Changes to nutrition and policies could cut costs for those with diabetes
Changes to nutrition and policies could cut costs for those with diabetes
Diabetes is a widespread disease affecting tens of millions of children and adults in the United States. However, the cost of treating the disease continue Source: Changes to nutrition and Read more
AHA: Prescription Fish Oil Wins for CV Prevention
AHA: Prescription Fish Oil Wins for CV Prevention
Positive findings for Vascepa in REDUCE-IT trial Source: AHA: Prescription Fish Oil Wins for CV Read more
SNAP-Ed Connection
SNAP-Ed Connection
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We Just ‘Fell Back’ An Hour. Here Are Tips To Stay Healthy During Dark Days Ahead
We Just ‘Fell Back’ An Hour. Here Are Tips To Stay Healthy During Dark Days Ahead
Every cell in our bodies has a well-tuned timing mechanism. So, when we “fall back” or “spring forward,” it takes us time to adjust. We have tips that can help. Read more
LifeScan Diabetes Institute
LifeScan Diabetes Institute
The LifeScan Diabetes Institute provides advanced training in diabetes care for healthcare professionals LifeScan Diabetes Read more
High polyphenol, low probiotic diet for weight loss because of intestinal microbiota interaction
High polyphenol, low probiotic diet for weight loss because of intestinal microbiota interaction
Chem Biol Interact. 2011 Jan 15;189(1-2):1-8. doi: 10.1016/j.cbi.2010.10.002. Epub 2010 Oct 15. Review Source: High polyphenol, low probiotic diet for weight loss because of intestinal Read more
ELISA IgG Testing for Food Intolerances
ELISA IgG Testing for Food Intolerances
Today many health professionals are utilizing IgG testing in order to diagnose food intolerances and sensitivities. But does IgG testing work? A large study proves otherwise. Here is an Read more
Testing for Food Reactions: Use IgE Testing, But MRT Testing is Not Validated / IgG testing is Found Useful
Testing for Food Reactions: Use IgE Testing, But MRT Testing is Not Validated / IgG testing is Found Useful
Nutr Clin Pract. 2010 Apr;25(2):192-8. doi: 10.1177/0884533610362696. Review Here’s an abstract of the referenced article from PubMed: Testing for food reactions: the good, the bad, Read more
How To Make Probiotic Milk – Make Kefir and Yogurt at Home
How To Make Probiotic Milk – Make Kefir and Yogurt at Home
Making probiotic milk at home is very easy if you can get the proper milk. The proper milk is the one that can actually nourish bacteria, so a culture can properly develop. Yogurt, Read more
Nutrition Sciences > Abbott Nutrition Health Institute
Nutrition Sciences > Abbott Nutrition Health Institute
Abbott Nutrition Health Institute is your source for science-based nutrition information. Our Commitment: Abbott Nutrition Health Institute is committed to being a knowledge center and a Read more
Be Knowledgeable about Breastfeeding CE
Be Knowledgeable about Breastfeeding CE
About The Module: After participating in this lecture, you will be able to: – Understand the importance of breastfeeding – Understand the obstacles of breastfeeding. – Read more
Predicting successful long-term weight loss from short-term weight-loss outcomes: new insights from a dynamic energy balance model (the POUNDS Lost study)
Predicting successful long-term weight loss from short-term weight-loss outcomes: new insights from a dynamic energy balance model (the POUNDS Lost study)
Read the study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition: Predicting successful long-term weight loss from short-term weight-loss outcomes: new insights from a dynamic energy Read more
Efficacy of a tart cherry juice blend in preventing the symptoms of muscle damage
Efficacy of a tart cherry juice blend in preventing the symptoms of muscle damage
Source: Efficacy of a tart cherry juice blend in preventing the symptoms of muscle Read more
Study links gut bacteria imbalance to heart disease risks
Study links gut bacteria imbalance to heart disease risks
A new study has found that gut dysbiosis can increase two major cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors – atherosclerosis and hypertension. Gut dysbiosis is an alteration in the Read more
Inside Crohn’s and UC Inflammation | CrohnsAndColitis.com
Inside Crohn’s and UC Inflammation | CrohnsAndColitis.com
Take an animated tour to see the effects of inflammation, and download a discussion guide to bring to your next doctor appointment. Source: Inside Crohn’s and UC Inflammation | Read more
Crohn’s Disease Flare-Ups Causes & Managing Your Symptoms
Crohn’s Disease Flare-Ups Causes & Managing Your Symptoms
Crohn’s typically varies between active periods and remission. Learn more about common flare triggers and tips for an effective management plan. Source: Crohn’s Disease Flare-Ups Read more
Probiotics at Birth
Probiotics at Birth
Each year more than 600,000 babies die of sepsis. Researchers have found a simple way to prevent it: Feed babies probiotic bacteria that are common in kimchi, pickles and other fermented Read more
In Diabetes, Where there is Kidney Disease, 1/3 also have Retinaopathy
In Diabetes, Where there is Kidney Disease, 1/3 also have Retinaopathy
Untreated type 2 disease can lead to serious complications, diabetes experts say Source: Diabetes Threatens Kidneys, Vision of Millions of Read more
EASD: AstraZeneca’s Farxiga cuts blood sugar, weight and insulin use in Type 1 diabetes study | FiercePharma
EASD: AstraZeneca’s Farxiga cuts blood sugar, weight and insulin use in Type 1 diabetes study | FiercePharma
AstraZeneca’s Farxiga is already battling it out with its SGLT2 rivals in Type 2 diabetes. But it may have a future in another field, too, if data from a new Type 1 study can expand its Read more
THE MATADOR STUDY:Minimising Adaptive Thermogenesis And Deactivating Obesity Rebound
THE MATADOR STUDY:Minimising Adaptive Thermogenesis And Deactivating Obesity Rebound
The MATADOR (Minimising Adaptive Thermogenesis And Deactivating Obesity Rebound) study Source: International Journal of Obesity – Abstract of article: Intermittent energy restriction Read more
IBS-D Treatment: Incorporating Effective Strategies in a New Era (Med-IQ)
IBS-D Treatment: Incorporating Effective Strategies in a New Era (Med-IQ)
This free e-publication provides clinical evidence and expert insight to help clinicians better diagnose patients with IBS-D and incorporate the use of new agents into clinical practice. Read more
SNAP Tied to Lower Healthcare Costs | Medpage Today
SNAP Tied to Lower Healthcare Costs | Medpage Today
More generous food assistance could ease states’ Medicaid budget burden Source: SNAP Tied to Lower Healthcare Costs | Medpage Read more
Course Topics | NutritionCME
Course Topics | NutritionCME
NutritionCME.org offers several CME courses for dietitians: Course Topics | Read more
Changes in coffee intake and subsequent risk of type 2 diabetes: three large cohorts of US men and women. – PubMed – NCBI
Changes in coffee intake and subsequent risk of type 2 diabetes: three large cohorts of US men and women. – PubMed – NCBI
Diabetologia. 2014 Jul;57(7):1346-54. doi: 10.1007/s00125-014-3235-7. Epub 2014 Apr 26. Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov’t Source: Changes in Read more
Calcium and Vitamin D Not Proven for Fracture Prevention
Calcium and Vitamin D Not Proven for Fracture Prevention
USPSTF draft recommendations extol exercise for fall prevention in older adults but not vitamin D or calcium supplements to reduce fracture risk. Source: USPSTF Draft Recommendations for Read more
PURE Study Finds High Fat Intake Beneficial
PURE Study Finds High Fat Intake Beneficial
The new study of dietary habits in 135,000 people around the world found that high fat intake, including saturated fat, was associated with a reduced risk of mortality Source: PURE Shakes Read more
Low-Carbohydrate Diet Superior to Antipsychotic Medications
Low-Carbohydrate Diet Superior to Antipsychotic Medications
Two remarkable personal stories, as told by their Harvardpsychiatrist. Source: Low-Carbohydrate Diet Superior to Antipsychotic Medications | Psychology Read more
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
People with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) are preoccupied with an imagined physical defect or a minor defect that others often cannot see. WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and Read more
Bio-identical Hormone Pellet Therapy
Bio-identical Hormone Pellet Therapy
BioTE® Medical in Irving, TX Source: Is BioTE for You? | Bio-identical Hormone Pellet Read more
Sleep Disturbance in Type 1 Diabetes 
Sleep Disturbance in Type 1 Diabetes 
Tyler Basen shares tips on dealing with sleep issues Source: ENDOCRINE SOCIETY Reading Room | Sleep Disturbance in Type 1 Diabetes Patients | Medpage Read more
Spectrum of Gluten-Related Disorders: People Shall Not Live by Bread Alone – YouTube
Spectrum of Gluten-Related Disorders: People Shall Not Live by Bread Alone – YouTube
Dr Fassano is an international authority on Celiac Disease.  This video lasts about an Read more
Zonulin, regulation of tight junctions, and autoimmune diseases
Zonulin, regulation of tight junctions, and autoimmune diseases
This is the substance that regulates the tight junctions between gut cells: Zonulin, regulation of tight junctions, and autoimmune Read more