Take Online FODMAP Training
Get a detailed understanding of the prescription and implementation of the Low FODMAP Diet. Enroll in our online FODMAP course and help your patients with their IBS. Read more
Diabetes prevalence reaches 9.7% of U.S. population in 2016 and 2017
An estimated 8.5% of the U.S. adult population was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and 0.5% was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2016 and 2017, according to a study published in BMJ.In Read more
Severity of Metabolic Syndrome Indicates Risk for T2D, CVD in Prediabetes Treatment
Researchers analyzed how improvements in metabolic syndrome may impact the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease in patients with prediabetes. Source: Severity of Read more
Organic foods could ward off cancer, study says
A new study suggests eating organic foods could help ward off cancer. Source: Organic foods could ward off cancer, study Read more
Food Medication Interactions 18th Edition
The 18th edition (2015) of the Foremost Drug-Nutrient Interaction Resource with over 90 new drugs added, reference tables such as lab values, potassium sources, grapefruit-drug Read more
Earth Doesn’t Have Enough Fruits, Veggies To Keep Everyone Healthy: Study
Farmers are focusing too much on grains and animal products. Source: Earth Doesn’t Have Enough Fruits, Veggies To Keep Everyone Healthy: Read more
Micronutrients: Chromium | Food & Nutrition | From the Magazine
Chromium’s primary function appears to be enhancing the action of insulin, which plays a role in carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism and storage. Source: Micronutrients: Chromium Read more
Breast-Feeding Is Good for the Mother, and Not Just the Baby
Women who breast-feed are less likely to develop breast cancer, ovarian cancer, Type 2 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis and may have improved cardiovascular health. Source: Breast-Feeding Read more
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
ARFID is a newer diagnostic category introduced in the DSM-V that allows for more appropriate diagnosing of individuals, especially children, with atypical eating disorders. Read more
Fact check: does glutamine build muscle?
Glutamine supplementation does not affect body composition, but it may accelerate strength recovery from resistance-training sessions and reduce the occurrence of infections in Read more
Effects of Aspirin for Primary Prevention in Persons with Diabetes Mellitus | NEJM
Original Article from The New England Journal of Medicine — Effects of Aspirin for Primary Prevention in Persons with Diabetes Mellitus Source: Effects of Aspirin for Primary Prevention Read more
Immune System Detox
The immune system is required for survival but it is most often neglected until one becomes sick. If the immune system begins to act up it may lead to conditions ranging from cold hands and Read more
Bexaglifozin demonstrates efficacy in lowering HbA1c in patients with diabetes and stage 3a/3b CKD
SAN DIEGO — Bexagliflozin was effective and well-tolerated in lowering hemoglobin A1c in patients with diabetes and stage 3a/3b CKD, according to study results presented at ASN Kidney Read more
Gum disease treatment linked to improved blood glucose in type 2 diabetes, study finds
New research suggests that treating gum disease may be a factor in lowering blood glucose levels for people with type 2 diabetes. Healthy gums were also associated with lower risks of Read more
Proposed rule would expand Medicare Advantage telehealth benefits
The CMS released a proposed rule Friday that would implement parts of the 2018 budget deal, including allowing Medicare Advantage plans to offer government-funded telehealth services to Read more
Metformin May Cut AMD Risk in Diabetes
Almost a 50% risk reduction versus nonusers Source: Metformin May Cut AMD Risk in Read more
Tools – Diabetes In Control
This section is dedicated to our loyal subscribers. These tools for your practice include charts & hand-held reference cards, instruction sheets for drugs, drug reference guides, Read more
Metformin and Risk For Vitamin B12 Deficiency – Diabetes Self-Management
Metformin (brand names Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Fortamet, Riomet, Glumetza, and others) is a popular and highly effective oral diabetes drug used to help manage Type 2 diabetes. This drug Read more
For Diabetics, Going Vegan May Boost Mood Along With Health
Diabetes is a formidable foe that can tax the bodies and the spirits of people diagnosed with the blood sugar disease. Source: For Diabetics, Going Vegan May Boost Mood Along With Read more
Benicar Side Effects May Include Gluten Intolerance Symptoms
According to Mayo Clinic researchers and the FDA, the common hypertension medication Benicar may cause severe gluten intolerance symptoms in some people. I’ve mentioned this before on Read more
The Cost of Diabetes
The national cost of diabetes in the U.S. in 2012 was more than $245 billion, up from $174 billion in 2007. Source: The Cost of Read more
5 Resources for RDNs Taking the CNSC Exam – Food & Nutrition Magazine
Are you are a registered dietitian nutritionist who practices in a clinical setting and is interested in furthering your knowledge and career? I highly recommend earning Certified Nutrition Read more
AHA: Late Meals Linked to HTN, Prediabetes
Risks seen in study of Hispanic and Latino Americans Source: AHA: Late Meals Linked to HTN, Read more
2018 Virtual Symposium: Updates in Inflammation and Secondary CVD Prevention
  Healthcare professionals agree on aggressive therapy for secondary prevention of CVD with statins, the cornerstone of therapy; however, recent focus has been given to the role of Read more
Where ‘Yes! To Affordable Groceries’ Really Means No to a Soda Tax
Coke, PepsiCo and other big beverage companies are the unseen forces (and funders) behind ballot initiatives that would ban taxes on food sales. Source: Where ‘Yes! To Affordable Read more
Center for Science in the Public Interest 
Since 1971, the Center for Science in the Public Interest has been a strong advocate for nutrition and health, food safety, alcohol policy, and sound science. Its award-winning newsletter, Read more
Gluten-free fix? Treatment would let people with celiac eat gluten
The treatment, Nexvax2, is currently in a phase 2 clinical trial in Australia. Source: Gluten-free fix? Treatment would let people with celiac eat Read more
Type 2 Diabetes Therapies Trulicity and Jardiance Show Heart-Protective Effects
Recently announced results from the REWIND and EMPRISE studies show heart protective effects of GLP1-agonist Trulicity and SGLT-2 inhibitor Jardiance in people with and without established Read more
Square Roots (@squarerootsgrow) • Instagram photos and videos
18.7k Followers, 209 Following, 674 Posts – See Instagram photos and videos from Square Roots (@squarerootsgrow) Source: Square Roots (@squarerootsgrow) • Instagram photos and Read more
VITAL Study: Supplements of Omega-3s or Vitamin D Do Not Reduce CVD or Cancers
In the VITAL study, investigators found that supplementation with omega-3s and vitamin D did not meet the primary endpoint of significantly reducing major cardiovascular events or Read more
New Physical Activity Guidelines Urge Americans: Move More, Sit Less
After 10 years, the government has updated its physical activity advice. The new message? Every little bit of movement helps you stay healthy and is better than sitting on your couch. Read more
Egg Substitute 101 | Top 31 Substitutes For Eggs | Egg Replacements
The 31 best egg substitutes for baking are egg replacer (Ener-G), flaxseed meal, silken tofu, baking powder, applesauce, vinegar, yogurt, buttermilk, and many more with exact measurements. Read more
New guidelines suggest a ‘lifespan approach’ to battle high cholesterol
New guidelines from organizations including the American Heart Association advise a ‘lifespan approach’ for tackling high cholesterol. Source: New guidelines suggest a Read more
Low Fodmap Spinach Gnocchi & IBS Constipation • Strands of My Life
Those with irritable bowel syndrome have either constipation, diarrhea or both. Today I have a video for you with some tips on preventing constipation. Source: Low Fodmap Spinach Gnocchi Read more
Prebiothrive by Gundry MD
  This cutting-edge formula combines five advanced prebiotic ingredients to help create a probiotic-friendly environment in your gut. Source: Prebiothrive by Gundry Read more