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Mouse Study Suggests Certain Fats Could Trigger Crohn’s, Colitis

Mouse Study Suggests Certain Fats Could Trigger Crohn’s, Colitis


Mouse Study Suggests Certain Fats Could Trigger Crohn’s, Colitis

Posted: 15 Jun 2012 10:06 AM PDT


Concentrated milk fat increased inflammation, but polyunsaturated fat did not WEDNESDAY, June 13 (HealthDay News) — Certain types of saturated fats common in today’s Western diet may change gut bacteria and trigger inflammatory bowel disease in people genetically predisposed to the disorder, according to a new study that looked at this relationship in mice. Inflammatory...

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Sleep Apnea May Spur Carb Cravings in Diabetics

Posted: 15 Jun 2012 09:37 AM PDT


Researchers urge primary care doctors to screen those with type 2 disease for the disorder WEDNESDAY, June 13 (HealthDay News) — People with diabetes are at increased risk for obstructive sleep apnea, which appears to boost their craving for carbohydrates, a new study suggests. Because unrestricted carbohydrates can harm someone with diabetes, the findings point...

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Omega-3 Supplements May Not Aid Aging Brain

Posted: 15 Jun 2012 09:24 AM PDT


Review of earlier studies found no benefit for thinking skills, but more research urged WEDNESDAY, June 13 (HealthDay News) — Taking omega-3 fatty acid supplements, such as fish oil capsules, doesn’t seem to help older people maintain their brain health, researchers report. A number of studies have suggested that omega-3 fatty acids may help keep...

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Health Tip: Finding Protein in Foods

Posted: 15 Jun 2012 07:53 AM PDT


Here are good sources (HealthDay News) — Protein is an important part of your diet because it helps build lean muscle. The American Dietetic Association says preferred choices for protein include: Beans, lentils, peas and other legumes. Seeds, nuts and nut butters (such as peanut butter). Lean cuts of chicken, turkey and beef. Seafood, including...

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Older Women Should Not Take Calcium, Vitamin D: Task Force

Posted: 15 Jun 2012 06:48 AM PDT


Recommendations say evidence doesn’t support benefit of low daily doses to prevent fractures By Amanda Gardner TUESDAY, June 12 (HealthDay News) — A leading U.S. government advisory panel has proposed that postmenopausal women not take low-dose calcium and vitamin D supplements daily to ward off bone fractures. But the jury is still out on higher...

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