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New understanding on insulin resistance, action of diabetes drugs may lead to safer medication

A new understanding of insulin resistance and the action of diabetes drugs such as Avandia and Actos could pave the way for improved medications that are more selective and safer, say scientists from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and The Scripps Research Institute.Our findings strongly suggest that good and bad effects of these drugs can be separated by designing second-generation drugs that focus on the newly uncovered mechanism, said Bruce Spiegelman, PhD, of Dana-Farber, senior author on a report appearing in the July 22 issue of Nature.

22 Jul 2010

Scientists uncover new mechanism that reduces risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease

In a joint study, scientists from The Scripps Research Institute and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at Harvard University have uncovered a novel mechanism that dramatically increases insulin sensitivity and reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

22 Jul 2010

WHO, IOC team up to promote healthy lifestyle choices for noncommunicable disease prevention

WHO and the International Olympic Committee are teaming up to promote healthy lifestyle choices, including physical activity, sports for all, Tobacco Free Olympic Games, and the prevention of childhood obesity. As outlined in a memorandum of understanding signed today in Lausanne, the WHO and IOC will work at both the international and country level to promote activities and policy choices to help people reduce their risk of noncommunicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancers, and diabetes.

22 Jul 2010

LBL signs strategic partnership agreement with Proliant

Lampire Biological Laboratories announced today that it signed an agreement with Proliant Health and Biologicals, manufacturer of the worlds most trusted, high quality Bovine Serum Albumin, to do contract filling & provide BSA to customers requiring less than Proliant's standard 10 kilogram packaging. Lampire will also offer made-to-order aqueous blends in buffers and package sizes to customer specifications.

22 Jul 2010

Capsaicin may cause weight loss, fight fat buildup: Study

Capsaicin, the stuff that gives chili peppers their kick, may cause weight loss and fight fat buildup by triggering certain beneficial protein changes in the body, according to a new study on the topic. The report, which could lead to new treatments for obesity, appears in ACS' monthly Journal of Proteome Research.

22 Jul 2010

Survey links autism with digestive problems, intestinal inflammation

Autism is the fastest growing developmental disorder in the world. With 1 child in 91 facing the disorder, the diagnosis is more common than pediatric cancer, diabetes, and AIDS combined.

22 Jul 2010

AIDS 2010 opinions: U.S. AIDS funding; Human rights and HIV; Invest in primary care; Microbicide gel's possibilities

"Having met President [Barack] Obama, I'm confident that he's a man of conscience who shares my commitment to bringing hope and care to the world's poor. But I am saddened by his decision to spend less than he promised to treat AIDS patients in Africa," Desmond Tutu, archbishop emeritus of Cape Town and honorary chairman of the Global AIDS Alliance, writes in a New York Times opinion piece.

22 Jul 2010

New findings suggest link between increased cholesterol, depression

Most people know that high cholesterol levels place them at increased risk for heart disease and stroke. Prior research has shown that particular types of strokes contribute to one's risk for depression, and that abnormal blood lipid levels can increase the risk of depression in the elderly.

21 Jul 2010

Burger King to offer breakfast meal that meets BKC's stringent nutrition criteria

Today Burger King Corp. announced it will offer a breakfast meal for children that meets BKC's stringent nutrition criteria for advertised Kids Meals, as defined in its pledge through the Council of Better Business Bureau's Children's Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative.

21 Jul 2010

Abbott second-quarter global sales increase 17.8% to $8.8 billion

Abbott today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2010.

21 Jul 2010

INRA Genomic Platform core facility now provides services on Fluidigm's BioMark System for Genetic Analysis

Fluidigm Corporation today announced that the Toulouse Midi-Pyrénées Genomic Platform - Genotoul INRA core facility is now providing a wide range of services on a BioMark™ System for Genetic Analysis to a wide range of French researchers. These services include SNP genotyping, gene expression analysis and digital PCR quantification of DNA libraries for next-generation sequencing. The INRA has been validating the performance of the system on several projects over the past year.

21 Jul 2010

UDCA fails to improve overall histology in NASH patients: Study

A study conducted by researchers at Johann Wolfgang Goethe University in Frankfurt, Germany found that high doses of ursodeoxycholic acid, suggested by some studies to have a beneficial effect on nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, does not improve overall histology in these patients. Full findings of this study are published in the August issue of Hepatology, a journal of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases.

21 Jul 2010

Lifestyle changes can prevent arthritis, knee replacement

Taking a few small steps toward protecting your knees when you are younger might help you avoid debilitating problems when you get older.

21 Jul 2010

Sinobiopharma, Xianfeng enter agreement to manufacture, co-market Clindamycin and L-alanyl-L-glutamine

Sinobiopharma, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement with Anhui Xianfeng Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd to manufacture and co-market Clindamycin, an antibiotic, and L-alanyl-L-glutamine, a parenteral nutrition.

21 Jul 2010

Polyfluoroalkyl chemicals linked to ADHD in children

A new study led by a team of Boston University School of Public Health researchers suggests a link between polyfluoroalkyl chemicals (PFCs), industrial compounds which are widely used in many consumer products, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.

21 Jul 2010

Gentiva preliminary second-quarter total net revenues increase 4% to $297 million

Gentiva Health Services, Inc., a leading provider of home health and hospice services, today reported preliminary operating results for the second quarter ended July 4, 2010. A conference call to discuss these preliminary results will be held on July 21, 2010 at 9:00 a.m., Eastern Time. The Company will issue its final 2010 second quarter and six months financial results on July 29, 2010.

21 Jul 2010

Active play is important for children’s physical activity

Active play makes a significant contribution to children’s physical activity and could play an important part in the health of future generations, a new study has found.

20 Jul 2010

Inergetics receives CPR to market Resurgex Select product as nutritional supplement

Inergetics, Inc., a leader in targeted product development for the Clinical Nutrition and Sports Supplement Markets, today announced that the Company has received a Certificate of Product Registration from the FDA Philippines, certifying that its Resurgex Select product can now be marketed as a nutritional supplement for cancer patients and other immune-compromised individuals throughout the country.

20 Jul 2010

Schiff Nutrition's fourth-quarter net sales increase to $49.3 million

Schiff Nutrition International, Inc., today announced results for the fiscal 2010 fourth quarter and year ended May 31, 2010.

20 Jul 2010

Tenofovir gel reduces HIV by 39% in women: CAPRISA 004 study

Researchers who conducted a study testing a vaginal microbicide with an antiretroviral (ARV) drug called tenofovir found its use before and after sex was significantly more protective against HIV infection than a placebo gel among women at high risk of HIV. Results of the study, known as CAPRISA 004, are to be reported at the International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2010) in Vienna and published online by the journal Science.

20 Jul 2010

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

New understanding on insulin resistance, action of diabetes drugs may lead to safer medication

Scientists uncover new mechanism that reduces risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease

WHO, IOC team up to promote healthy lifestyle choices for noncommunicable disease prevention

LBL signs strategic partnership agreement with Proliant

Capsaicin may cause weight loss, fight fat buildup: Study

Survey links autism with digestive problems, intestinal inflammation

AIDS 2010 opinions: U.S. AIDS funding; Human rights and HIV; Invest in primary care; Microbicide gel's possibilities

New findings suggest link between increased cholesterol, depression

Burger King to offer breakfast meal that meets BKC's stringent nutrition criteria

Abbott second-quarter global sales increase 17.8% to $8.8 billion

INRA Genomic Platform core facility now provides services on Fluidigm's BioMark System for Genetic Analysis

UDCA fails to improve overall histology in NASH patients: Study

Lifestyle changes can prevent arthritis, knee replacement

Sinobiopharma, Xianfeng enter agreement to manufacture, co-market Clindamycin and L-alanyl-L-glutamine

Polyfluoroalkyl chemicals linked to ADHD in children

Gentiva preliminary second-quarter total net revenues increase 4% to $297 million

Active play is important for children’s physical activity

Inergetics receives CPR to market Resurgex Select product as nutritional supplement

Schiff Nutrition's fourth-quarter net sales increase to $49.3 million

Tenofovir gel reduces HIV by 39% in women: CAPRISA 004 study

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