The overall burden of the U.S. obesity epidemic continues to require new thinking. Prevention of obesity in young adults, while largely ignored as a target for prevention and study, will be critical to reversing the epidemic, says William Dietz, MD, PhD, Chair of the Sumner M. Redstone Global Center for Prevention and Wellness at the Milken Institute School of Public Health at … [Read more...]
Using omega 3 fatty acids to treat Alzheimer’s and other diseases?
Understanding how dietary essential fatty acids work may lead to effective treatments for diseases and conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer's disease, age-related macular degeneration, Parkinson's disease and other retinal and neurodegenerative diseases. The key is to be able to intervene during the early stages of the disease. That is the conclusion of a Minireview by Nicolas … [Read more...]
Large-scale study of adaptation in yeast could help explain the evolution of cancer
Genes provide instructions to cells in the body telling them what to do and not do in order to function optimally. Small changes in genes, called mutations, can have major consequences. Similar to a glitch in a computer's coding, a glitch in gene coding can cause a cell's system to go haywire. Not all mutations are bad, however. The process of adaptive evolution selects for … [Read more...]
Can smelling your food make you fat?
Our sense of smell is key to the enjoyment of food, so it may be no surprise that in experiments at the University of California, Berkeley, obese mice who lost their sense of smell also lost weight. What's weird, however, is that these slimmed-down but smell-deficient mice ate the same amount of fatty food as mice that retained their sense of smell and ballooned to twice … [Read more...]
Muscles can ‘ask’ for the energy they need
Muscles require energy to perform all of the movements that we do in a day, and now, for the first time, researchers at the Texas A&M College of Medicine have shown how muscles "request" more energy from fat storage tissues in fruit fly models. They also discovered that this circuit is dependent on circadian rhythms, which could have implications for obesity in humans. … [Read more...]
What kind of Facebook user are you?
On an average day, 1.28 billion people check it. Monthly? Nearly 2 billion. And according to one recent estimate, the average Facebook user spends 35 minutes a day on the platform -- which makes for a whole lot of daily and monthly minutes. In a recently published study, a trio of Brigham Young University communications professors explores why. "What is it about this … [Read more...]
To work or not to work: Moms’ well being rests on what she wants
The center of a mother's life tends to be her children and her family, but if mom is unhappy about staying home with the kids or about working outside the home then she (and anyone close to her) may suffer, according to new research from Arizona State University. In "What women want: Employment preference and adjustment among mothers," published in the early on-line … [Read more...]
Specific diabetes medications to protect bone health recommended
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) and osteoporosis often coexist in patients, but managing both conditions can be a challenge. A comprehensive review published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism highlights the most effective treatment options for treating these conditions together. Previous research has focused on the management of T2D and … [Read more...]
Extra-virgin olive oil preserves memory, protects brain against Alzheimer’s
The Mediterranean diet, rich in plant-based foods, is associated with a variety of health benefits, including a lower incidence of dementia. Now, researchers at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM) have identified a specific ingredient that protects against cognitive decline: extra-virgin olive oil, a major component of the Mediterranean diet. In a … [Read more...]
Breast implants may impede ECG and lead to false heart attack diagnosis
Breast implants may impede an electrocardiogram (ECG) and could result in a false heart attack diagnosis, according to research presented at EHRA EUROPACE -- CARDIOSTIM 2017. "Our experience shows that breast implants make it difficult to see the heart with echocardiography because ultrasound cannot penetrate through the implant," said lead author Dr Sok-Sithikun Bun, a … [Read more...]
Yoga Icon Wai Lana Releases “Oh My Sweet Lord” Music Video in Celebration of 3rd Annual International Day of Yoga
In honor of the 3rd Annual International Day of Yoga on June 21st, world-renowned yoga teacher Wai Lana is releasing her new Oh My Sweet Lord music video. Get ready to see a side of Wai Lana unlike anything you have ever seen before. Whether you recognize Wai Lana as an expert yoga teacher, a spiritual guide, a TV star, or an ambassador for healthy living, her radiant … [Read more...]
Vital role for mitochondrial calcium exchange in heart function
Scientists have long thought that calcium transport into mitochondria -- the powerhouses of cells -- is a key signal linking cardiac workload, or how hard the heart pumps, with energy production. Studies at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM) and elsewhere have shown the importance of this pathway during stress, but they have also questioned the dogma … [Read more...]
Tumor marker for aggressive ovarian cancer identified
Patients who expressed the tumor antigen NY-ESO-1 had more aggressive cancers and were more likely to die early from their disease, according to a large study conducted by Roswell Park Cancer Institute researchers and published online ahead of print in the journal Gynecologic Oncology. "This is the largest study of NY-ESO-1 expression in ovarian cancer patients, and … [Read more...]
Low-sodium diet might not lower blood pressure
A new study found that consuming less sodium wasn't associated with lower blood pressure. The new findings call into question the sodium limits recommended by the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Lynn L. Moore, DSc, associate professor of medicine at Boston University School of Medicine, will present the new research at the American Society for Nutrition … [Read more...]
Older age at menopause and use of hormone therapy produce increased risk of hearing loss
It has long been suspected that menopause and the use of hormones had a direct effect on hearing. However, findings from previous studies have been conflicting, with some suggesting that hearing worsens at menopause but that there is benefit with hormone therapy (HT). Now results from the first large population study conducted to assess the association show that older age at … [Read more...]
Regular use of aspirin can lower risk of breast cancer for women
A City of Hope-led study found that the use of low-dose aspirin (81mg) reduces the risk of breast cancer in women who are part of the California's Teacher's Study. This study -- which is the first to suggest that the reduction in risk occurs for low-dose aspirin -- was proposed by City of Hope's Leslie Bernstein, Ph.D., professor and director of the Division of Biomarkers of … [Read more...]
Alcohol is associated with higher risk of breast cancer in African-American women
Alcohol consumption was associated with an increased risk of breast cancer in a large study of African-American women, indicating that they, like white women, may benefit from limiting alcohol. These study results have been published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research. The lead author is Melissa A. … [Read more...]
SPIN, THE ORIGINAL PING PONG CLUB, WILL BRING ITS HIGH ENERGY SHOWS TO THE STREET TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL PING PONG DAY
An Experience “United by Ping Pong” NEW YORK, NY (April 3rd, 2017) – In honor of National Ping Pong Day (April 6th, 2017), SPiN, the dynamic brand of social ping pong clubs with a devoted purpose to be the most unique collision of sport, culture, and creativity, announces a momentous series of activations, programming, and giving back. The series will be rolling out on this … [Read more...]
Getting a leg up: Hand task training transfers motor knowledge to feet
The human brain's cerebellum controls the body's ability to tightly and accurately coordinate and time movements as fine as picking up a pin and as muscular as running a foot race. Now, Johns Hopkins researchers have added to evidence that this structure also helps transfer so-called motor learning from one part of the body to another. One implication of the research, … [Read more...]
Vitamin D, calcium supplementation among older women does not significantly reduce risk of cancer
Among healthy postmenopausal women, supplementation with vitamin D3 and calcium compared with placebo did not result in a significantly lower risk of cancer after four years, according to a study published by JAMA. About 40 percent of the U.S. population will have a cancer diagnosis at some point during their lives. Evidence suggests that low vitamin D status may … [Read more...]
Blood test that detects changes in tumor DNA predicts survival of women with advanced breast cancer
Results of a multicenter study of 129 women with advanced breast cancer show that a blood test that spots cancer-linked DNA correctly predicted that most of those patients with higher levels of the tumor markers died significantly earlier than those with lower levels. The Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center scientists, who developed the test and led the study, say the … [Read more...]
Fitness, food and friendship combine through luxeFIT luxury fitness retreats
New boutique travel company invites you to 'eat your heart out then work it off' during exotic vacations that relax, renew and rejuvenate . SARASOTA, FLA., March 24 2017 - Two young businesswomen have found a way to combine their passion for travel and healthy lifestyles through a brand-new venture, luxeFIT. The company offers week-long luxury fitness retreats to exotic … [Read more...]
Ali Fedotowsky wearing designer, Val Stefani, at wedding reception with Kevin Manno
Ali Fedotowsky and Kevin Manno officially tied the knot on Friday, March 3rd at an Oceanside ceremony in Palos Verdes, California. Ali looked gorgeous in a custom Val Stefani gown she personalized for her reception. Ali met with the designer duo behind Val Stefani, Valerie and Stephanie Chin, prior to her wedding day to customize a dress that wouldn’t make her feel … [Read more...]
When it Comes to Vital Organs Hearts Get all the Love—Time to “Heart Your Kidneys”
New public awareness campaign launches for March, National Kidney Month New York, NY—March 9, 2017—The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is encouraging all Americans to “Heart Your Kidneys” (#heartyourkidneys) today on World Kidney Day, and throughout the month of March, National Kidney Month. The new public awareness campaign seeks to lift the kidneys to the status of … [Read more...]
Kylie Jenner’s Ultimate Fit Selfie & New Fashion Obsession
Fresh from the gym to fashion forward streetwear, check out the under $40 outfit that Kylie Jenner just posted recently on Instagram to her over 88 million followers. Unlike Kylie's pricey Puma or Thick fashion lines, she just revealed a sexy budget friendly option with her latest Fashion Nova obsession. With her slim and toned figure, today marks Kylie's ultimate selfie … [Read more...]
Rise Against Aids: Rise Nation Partners with Lifecycle
Rise Nation, the first 30-minute, VersaClimber group fitness class, has recently announced its partnership with AIDS/Lifecycle, a fully supported, seven-day bike ride that raises awareness about HIV/AIDS. AIDS/LifeCycle is a fully supported, 7-day bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles to raise money and awareness in the fight against HIV/AIDS. AIDS/LifeCycle 2017 … [Read more...]
Seasonal influenza vaccination during pregnancy may reduce risk of stillbirth
Seasonal influenza vaccination may guard against stillbirth, a new study published in Clinical Infectious Diseases and available online suggests. Researchers in Western Australia analyzed data from nearly 60,000 births that occurred during the southern hemisphere's 2012 and 2013 seasonal influenza epidemics, and found that women who received the trivalent influenza vaccine … [Read more...]
Parents purchase frozen dinners for more than convenience
Processed foods are higher in calories, sugar, sodium, and saturated fat than natural foods, but prepackaged, processed meals remain a popular choice for many consumers because they reduce the energy, time, and cooking skills needed to prepare food. Having items like boxed entrees and frozen dinners available at home can contribute to a poor diet, which led researchers from the … [Read more...]
Smoking while pregnant may compromise children’s kidney function
In a new study, young children showed signs of kidney damage if their mothers smoked while pregnant. The findings, which appear in an upcoming issue of the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (CJASN), add to the list of negative health effects that can result from maternal smoking during pregnancy. Because smoking is a well-known risk factor for … [Read more...]
Common Antioxidant May Guard Against Liver Disease
A common antioxidant found in human breast milk and foods like kiwi fruit can protect against nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in the offspring of obese mice, according to researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. "Pyrroloquinoline quinone, or PQQ, is a natural antioxidant found in soil and many foods and enriched in human breast milk," … [Read more...]