http://www.medindia.net/healthnews/South-Beach-Diet-news.asp Medindia largest health website in india. en-us Copyright 2012. All Rights Reserved. Fri, 25 May 2012 07:16:20 GMT http://www.medindia.net/news/miracle-diet-of-reverse-engineering-epilepsy-101717-1.htm Neurologists have known for long that a diet high in fat and exceedingly low in carbohydrates can lessen epileptic seizures, which resist drug therapy. But how the diet worked, and why, was a mystery-so much so that in 2010, The New York Times Magazine called it "Epilepsy's Big, Fat Miracle." Now, researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School have proposed an answer, linking resistance to seizures to a protein that modifies cellular metabolism in the brain. The research, ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/miracle-diet-of-reverse-engineering-epilepsy-101717-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/married-men-often-indulge-in-junk-food-diet-away-from-home-101683-1.htm Forcing husbands to eat a healthy diet at home may not prevent them from putting on excess weight after a new study found that married men often indulge in junk food when away from home. The study was carried out by researchers at University of Michigan School of Public Health who found that wives often decide the diets without any consultation with their husbands who often go ahead with it just to keep the peace at home. However once they are out of the house, they often eat loads of junk food, thus negating the diet....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/married-men-often-indulge-in-junk-food-diet-away-from-home-101683-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/weight-management-with-diet-can-reduce-complications-during-pregnancy-101420-1.htm Following a healthy calorie controlled diet during pregnancy is safe for women who are overweight and obese. Reducing weight can help lower the risk of serious complications such as pre-eclampsia, diabetes and premature birth, according to a study published on BMJ. In the UK, more than half the women of reproductive age are overweight or obese, and across Europe and the US, up to 40% of women gain more than the recommended weight in pregnancy. Excessive weight gain during pregnancy ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/weight-management-with-diet-can-reduce-complications-during-pregnancy-101420-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/influence-of-diet-and-toxins-in-autism-epidemic-101357-1.htm Autism is a disorder of the neural development that is characterized by the disturbed social communication and interaction. There is a repetitive and restricted behavior. bDiet plays a role in autism and care should be taken to make food choices. /b According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 out of every 88 children has autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This is a serious concern. Renee Dufault et al conducted a study to find out the influence of diet on autism....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/influence-of-diet-and-toxins-in-autism-epidemic-101357-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/diabetics-may-benefit-from-high-fat-diet-101225-1.htm People suffering from type 2 diabetes may benefit from food with lot of fat and few carbohydrates, as it could have a better effect on blood sugar levels and blood lipids, reveals a new study. Food with a lot of fat and few carbohydrates could have a better effect on blood sugar levels and blood lipids for people with Type 2 diabetes, a new study has revealed. The finding from the Linkoping University comes as a surprise as diabetic patients are usually advised to keep a low-fat diet. The ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/diabetics-may-benefit-from-high-fat-diet-101225-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/grapefruit-flavonoid-insulin-combo-in-a-western-type-diet-does-not-improve-gut-health-101004-1.htm A diet abundant in whole-grain cereals, vegetables and fruits has health promoting effects, which the nutritionists believe to be due to many factors, such as phytochemicals or fiber-polyphenolic complexes, working together. On the other hand, a Western-type diet includes foods such as French fries, processed red meats, high-fat dairy products and refined grains and sweets that contain high amounts of saturated fat, cholesterol and protein or easily absorbable carbohydrates. This dietary pattern ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/grapefruit-flavonoid-insulin-combo-in-a-western-type-diet-does-not-improve-gut-health-101004-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/gut-flora-decides-how-a-body-reacts-to-high-fat-diet-100771-1.htm A new study has found that the composition of gut flora may be responsible for the different ways that people's bodies react to high fat diet. According to Remy Burcelin and Matteo Serino, researchers from the Inserm unit 1048 "Institute of Metabolic and cardiovascular diseases (I2MC)", the composition of the gut flora seems to determine the way in which the body develops certain metabolic disorders such as diabetes, regardless of any genetic modification, gender, age or specific diet. t is ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/gut-flora-decides-how-a-body-reacts-to-high-fat-diet-100771-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-similar-to-that-of-villagers-in-sicily-may-help-people-live-up-to-100-years-100651-1.htm A Mediterranean style diet followed by villagers from a remote area of Sicily may help people lead a healthy life and live up to 100 years or more. According to the research, we should all eat a healthy "Mediterranean-style" diet, slashing levels of saturated fat and consuming high amounts of fruits and vegetables. The diet could add decades to lifespans and protect against heart disease and stroke as well as a number of other chronic diseases including cancer and dementia. Scientists ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-similar-to-that-of-villagers-in-sicily-may-help-people-live-up-to-100-years-100651-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-with-vitamin-e-poses-as-barrier-against-many-cancers-100534-1.htm Vitamin E in two forms, gamma and delta-tocopherols found in soybean, canola and corn oils and in nuts do prevent colon, lung, breast and prostate cancers, states new study. The question of whether vitamin E prevents or promotes cancer has been widely debated in scientific journals and in the news media. "There are studies suggesting that vitamin E actually increases the risk of cancer and decreases bone density," said Chung S. Yang, director of the Center for Cancer Prevention Research, ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-with-vitamin-e-poses-as-barrier-against-many-cancers-100534-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/parents-knowledge-of-diet-choice-does-not-prevent-child-obesity-100493-1.htm While parents of healthy and overweight preschoolers are usually mindful of dietary risk factors that aggravate childhood obesity, it's still inadequate to effect meaningful weight change, claims a new study. According to the study, conducted by the Johns Hopkins Children's Center and All Children's Hospital in Florida n 150 families of preschoolers, paediatricians should help parents with specific and tailored guidance on how to apply their knowledge in daily practice. The study also illuminates ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/parents-knowledge-of-diet-choice-does-not-prevent-child-obesity-100493-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/traditional-beans-and-rice-diet-helps-to-control-type-2-diabetes-study-100344-1.htm bBeans and rice, the classic food combo in many parts of the world, can reduce postprandial glycemic elevations in people with type 2 diabetes, according to an American study published in the Nutrition journal./b Diet and lifestyle changes are very important interventions to prevent and control type 2 diabetes. Beans are high in protein, omega-3 fatty acids and anti-oxidants, and low in fat. They are also good sources of iron, folate, magnesium and zinc. Earlier studies found ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/traditional-beans-and-rice-diet-helps-to-control-type-2-diabetes-study-100344-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/parents-must-not-restrict-diet-in-kids-100339-1.htm What methods work and what do not when parents seek to teach their offspring how to eat healthy have been revealed by a Norwegian nutritionist. Obesity among children has long been a rising problem in large parts of the world. Parents play a crucial role in shaping good childhood eating habits, according to new research from the University of Stavanger. Providing youngsters with fruit and vegetables, involving them in buying and cooking healthy food, and encouraging them to eat it are key ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/parents-must-not-restrict-diet-in-kids-100339-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/new-diet-craze-grips-florida-brides-100207-1.htm Brides in Florida are following a new craze that promises a rapid weight loss sustaining on just fat, protein and water that is transported directly to the stomach through a nose drip. The bizarre way of losing weight is already popular in Italy and Spain and people following the practice may lose as much as 20lbs in just 10 days. The KE diet works by transporting fats, water and protein directly to the stomach, providing a maximum of 800 calories a day. The body loses weight by burning off the ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/new-diet-craze-grips-florida-brides-100207-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/gorilla-diet-may-provide-protection-against-cancer-100200-1.htm A new study has suggested that following an oestrogen rich diet similar to that of gorillas or colobus monkeys may help reduce the risk of certain cancers though over indulgence may result in reproductive problems. Phyto-oestrogens are plant chemicals that function like the female sex hormone. In foods like soy and red clover they may protect us from oestrogen-dependent cancers - a group that includes breast and colorectal cancers, New Scientist reported. Quite often, the potential health ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/gorilla-diet-may-provide-protection-against-cancer-100200-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/some-gene-mutations-can-be-corrected-by-diet-99979-1.htm Some unhealthy gene mutations can be corrected with diet, according to scientists. The new research report appears in the April 2012 issue of the journal IGENETICS/I (A HREF="http:www.genetics.org/"http:www.genetics.org//A). Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, determined variations and responses to vitamin treatment in the human cystathionine beta synthase gene, which when defective, causes the disease homocystinuria, an inherited metabolic disorder sometimes treatable with vitamin B6....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/some-gene-mutations-can-be-corrected-by-diet-99979-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/high-fat-diet-destroys-arteries-early-99974-1.htm A high fat diet can destroy your arteries earlier than what was previously expected. It has also been identified as one of the primary causative factors of high blood pressure (BP). Marie Billaud and colleagues, from the University of Virginia School of Medicine, initiated a study in mice and the results have been reported in the iJournal of Cardiovascular Translational Research./i As an individual grows older, the internal wall of the large intestine becomes thinner and increasingly ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/high-fat-diet-destroys-arteries-early-99974-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/cancer-agent-in-japan-weight-loss-diet-pills-fda-warns-99684-1.htm 'Japan Rapid Weight Loss Diet Pills' contain a suspected cancer-causing agent warned the US Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday, cautioning consumers not to take the diet pills. The pills, advertised as promoting weight loss, are distributed by a company called Xiushentang and sold on popular web sites including Amazon.com, said the FDA. Consumers are advised to stop using the pills -- which are packaged in three colors: green, yellow and blue -- and discard them. They should also see ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/cancer-agent-in-japan-weight-loss-diet-pills-fda-warns-99684-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/low-energy-density-diet-for-effective-weight-loss-99641-1.htm A recent report says that a diet low in energy density (ED) improves weight loss and weight maintenance. In children and adolescents, moderately strong evidence shows a relationship between higher ED diets and increased weight. "The conclusions reached in our review strengthen the recommendations in the Dietary Guidelines to consume such foods as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean animal protein sources, which are generally lower in ED, while lowering consumption of total fat, saturated ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/low-energy-density-diet-for-effective-weight-loss-99641-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/use-of-diet-history-questionnaire-in-pregnancy-99444-1.htm bA study in Japan indicates that a diet history questionnaire has acceptable accuracy and reproducibility in assessing vitamin B12 and folate intake in pregnant women/b. Vitamin B12 and folate are two important micronutrients in the diet that are essential during pregnancy for the normal development of the fetus. It is important that these micronutrients be taken in adequate amounts for proper development of the fetus. How does one assess if the intake of these micronutrients ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/use-of-diet-history-questionnaire-in-pregnancy-99444-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/high-fat-diet-triggers-weight-gain-by-formation-of-new-nerve-cells-in-brain-99382-1.htm A new study conducted by a group of American researchers suggests that a high-fat diet may lead to formation of new nerve cells in the brain which may trigger weight gain. Researchers from the John Hopkins University School of Medicine found that giving a high fat diet to a group of mice led to the increased production of nerve cells in the region of the brain which regulates eating. On stopping the production of these new cells by using a carefully targeted laser, the researchers found that ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/high-fat-diet-triggers-weight-gain-by-formation-of-new-nerve-cells-in-brain-99382-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-guru-pierre-dukan-targeted-by-french-medical-orders-99375-1.htm Media reports indicate that French medical orders have filed complaints against celebrity diet guru Pierre Dukan. The Dukan diet was reportedly used by the Middleton family ahead of Kate's wedding to Britain's Prince William. Both the French and the Parisian Medical Councils accuse Dukan, who promotes a high-protein diet that has seen him sell millions of books and win over a slew of famous followers, of breaking professional rules. The man behind the "Dukan Diet Cookbook", which he ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-guru-pierre-dukan-targeted-by-french-medical-orders-99375-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/association-of-diet-and-metabolic-syndrome-in-brazilians-99228-1.htm bDiet may influence the development of metabolic syndrome in Brazilians, according to a published article./b Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that increase a person's chance of suffering from heart disease. These include abnormal lipid levels, obesity, high blood pressure and abnormal fasting glucose tests. bDiet is one of the contributing factors for metabolic syndrome/b. This is especially true for the western diet comprising of processed meat, refined grains, fried meat and sugar-based desserts....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/association-of-diet-and-metabolic-syndrome-in-brazilians-99228-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/effect-of-low-calorie-diet-in-bowel-disease-99112-1.htm Low-calorie diet boosts mortality risk in bowel disease patients, shows study. Looking at the effects of diet on bowel disease, Michigan State University researchers found that mice on a calorie-restricted diet were more likely to die after being infected with an inflammation-causing bacterial pathogen in the colon. While research suggests inflammation associated with obesity may contribute to inflammatory bowel diseases such as colitis, the study results revealed a low-calorie diet ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/effect-of-low-calorie-diet-in-bowel-disease-99112-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/planning-diet-may-not-help-you-gain-self-control-99033-1.htm A new study says that planning your diet would not actually help you gain self-control unless you are feeling good about your weight in the first place. And the same goes for saving money. "Although planning tends to aid subsequent self-control for those who are in good standing with respect to their long-term goal, those who perceive themselves to be in poor goal standing are found to exert less self-control after planning than in the absence of planning," write authors Claudia Townsend ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/planning-diet-may-not-help-you-gain-self-control-99033-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-impacting-bone-status-during-catch-up-growth-explained-98584-1.htm Researchers have clarified with diverse diets on bone status and the role of resveratrol in CUG models. Although many current studies focused on catch up growth (CUG) have described its high susceptibility to insulin resistance-related diseases very few have focused on the effect of CUG on bone metabolism, especially in adulthood. As diet is a controllable factor, the influence of re-feeding with different dietary patterns on bone parameters is important to study. Resveratrol has been ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-impacting-bone-status-during-catch-up-growth-explained-98584-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/vitamin-d-rich-diet-may-help-reduce-risk-of-stress-fractures-in-teen-girls-98454-1.htm Teenage girls who participate in active sport may avoid stress fractures by following a diet rich in vitamin D according to a new study conducted by researchers from Children's Hospital Boston. The dietary habits of more than 6,700 girls aged between 9 and 15 years were recorded by the researchers who looked into the amount of calcium and vitamin D that the girls were eating every day. The researchers then compared the data with the number of stress fractures caused due to sports activities. At ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/vitamin-d-rich-diet-may-help-reduce-risk-of-stress-fractures-in-teen-girls-98454-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/introducing-vegetables-into-your-childs-diet-better-than-hiding-them-in-food-98311-1.htm New research indicates that a better way to increase consumption of vegetables among children is to introduce them gradually into the diet rather than continually hiding them in food. A survey of adolescents by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System found that only 21 percent of our children eat the recommended 5 or more fruits and vegetables per day. So not very many children are asking their parents to "pass the peas," and parents are resorting ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/introducing-vegetables-into-your-childs-diet-better-than-hiding-them-in-food-98311-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/vegetarian-diet-improves-mood-98256-1.htm Planning to switch from a non-vegetarian to a vegetarian diet and not feeling motivated enough? Here is some news that could help you take the decision. bA study published in the Nutrition Journal indicates that restricting meat, fish and poultry can help to improve one's mood./b Fish contains long-chain n-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which have been shown to have mood-protecting effects in some studies. On the other hand, meat contains the ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/vegetarian-diet-improves-mood-98256-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/researchers-recommend-a-diet-for-children-with-autism-98206-1.htm Penn State researchers suggest a gluten-free, casein-free diet that may lead to improvements in behavior and physiological symptoms in some children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The research is the first to use survey data from parents to document the effectiveness of a gluten-free, casein-free diet on children with ASD. "Research has shown that children with ASD commonly have GI [gastrointestinal] symptoms," said Christine Pennesi, medical student at Penn State College of Medicine....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/researchers-recommend-a-diet-for-children-with-autism-98206-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-rich-in-omega-3-fatty-acids-may-help-aging-brain-98097-1.htm Eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids could help people maintain healthy brain function as they age, says study published in Neurology. Omega-3 fatty acids include the nutrients called docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). "People with lower blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids had lower brain volumes that were equivalent to about two years of structural brain aging," said study author Zaldy S. Tan, MD, MPH, of the Easton Center for Alzheimer's Disease Research and ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-rich-in-omega-3-fatty-acids-may-help-aging-brain-98097-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/fructose-based-diet-does-not-cause-weight-gain-97800-1.htm A new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine suggests that including fructose in the diet does not lead to extra weight gain compared to other carbohydrates. A group of Canadian researchers led by Dr John Sievenpiper analyzed data from 41 controlled feeding trials of which 31 trials had focused on the effect of free fructose and non-fructose carbohydrates in isocaloric trials while the remaining 10 trials dealt with high calorie diets. The researchers found that adding fructose to ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/fructose-based-diet-does-not-cause-weight-gain-97800-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/high-carb-diet-helps-teen-beat-autoimmune-disease-97506-1.htm A 16-year old girl in East Yorkshire who was told that she had just six to 12 months to live unless she gets a liver transplant is on her way to recovery thanks to a high carbohydrate diet rich in chocolates and crisps. Elle Wilkinson was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease which led to liver failure. She was immediately placed on the national liver transplant list and the doctors also recommended a carbohydrate rich diet in order to prolong her life until the transplant was possible. However ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/high-carb-diet-helps-teen-beat-autoimmune-disease-97506-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/mediterranean-diet-can-help-keep-brain-healthy-97483-1.htm Consuming a biMediterranean diet/i/b rich in fruit, vegetables, fish, nuts, olive oil can cut the risk of age-related bibrain disorders/i/b, say researchers. The Mediterranean diet is regarded as the classic eating habits of populations from countries such as France, Greece, Spain and Italy. It has been thought to improve heart health and stave off cancer. But a new US study shows further benefits to the brain where it is linked to lower levels of white matter hyperintesity ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/mediterranean-diet-can-help-keep-brain-healthy-97483-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/diabetes-diagnosis-triggers-unhealthy-diet-promotion-charge-on-us-celebrity-chef-97216-1.htm News of US cooking star Paula Deen's diabetes diagnosis and diabetes drug campaign has brought in a storm of outrage for promoting high fat food and then selling a diabetes drug in a country battling obesity. Self-proclaimed "Queen of Southern Cuisine" Paula Deen, who famously showed off trademark high-fat, high-calorie meals including such creations as a hamburger wedged between a doughnut, was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes three years ago -- but continued her show on the Food Network promoting ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/diabetes-diagnosis-triggers-unhealthy-diet-promotion-charge-on-us-celebrity-chef-97216-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-soft-drinks-linked-to-heart-attack-stroke-risk-96895-1.htm Soft drink consumption linked to increased risk of stroke, heart attack, reveals study. However, in contrast, it found that regular soft drink consumption and a more moderate intake of diet soft drinks do not appear to be linked to a higher risk of vascular events. In the current climate of escalating obesity rates, artificially sweetened soft drinks are marketed as healthier alternatives to sugar-sweetened beverages, due to their lack of calories. However, the long-term health consequences ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/diet-soft-drinks-linked-to-heart-attack-stroke-risk-96895-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/not-healthy-to-limit-your-diet-to-only-fish-chicken-96593-1.htm ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/not-healthy-to-limit-your-diet-to-only-fish-chicken-96593-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/to-lose-weight-effectively-women-must-adopt-a-diet-rich-in-protein-and-whole-grains-96579-1.htm It is important that women consume a well-balanced diet rich in protein and whole grains to maintain their weight, researchers say. Women have some special nutritional concerns depending on how old they are and what stage of life they are in, Fox News reported. Thus, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association or ADA) has recommended a healthy daily diet for weight maintenance which includes whole grains (three 1-ounce servings),airy (three fat-free ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/to-lose-weight-effectively-women-must-adopt-a-diet-rich-in-protein-and-whole-grains-96579-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/High-Fiber-Diet-Boosts-Diverticulosis-Risk-96513-1.htm Diet rich in fiber content increases the risk of diverticulosis, reveals research. The findings also counter the commonly-held belief that constipation increases a person's risk of the disease. "Despite the significant morbidity and mortality of symptomatic diverticulosis, it looks like we may have been wrong, for decades, about why diverticula actually form," said Anne Peery, MD, a fellow in the gastroenterology and hepatology division at UNC and the study's lead researcher. The study appears ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/High-Fiber-Diet-Boosts-Diverticulosis-Risk-96513-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Mediterranean-Diet-Cuts-Parkinsons-Disease-Risk-96308-1.htm A Mediterranean-rich diet reduces the risk of Parkinson's disease, finds study. The study by researchers at the University of Tokyo found that healthy eating habits slashed the risk of the incurable brain disorder by up to 46 per cent. The findings support earlier studies suggesting diet could have a key role to play in preventing the disease, the Daily Mail reported. Although it's not clear why certain foods might have a protective effect, some research suggests Parkinson's disease ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Mediterranean-Diet-Cuts-Parkinsons-Disease-Risk-96308-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Flavonoid-Rich-Diet-Reduces-Risk-of-Heart-Disease-in-Diabetic-Women-96234-1.htm Opting for a diet that is rich in flavonoids can help reduce the risk of heart disease in women suffering from Type II diabetes, a new study published in the journal Diabetes Care. The study was funded by Diabetes UK and involved over 93 women suffering from Type II diabetes. Researchers from University of East Anglia divided the volunteers into two groups, the first group receiving flavonoid-enriched chocolate while the second group was given placebo chocolate bars. At the end of a decade, the ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Flavonoid-Rich-Diet-Reduces-Risk-of-Heart-Disease-in-Diabetic-Women-96234-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Low-GI-Diet-Reduces-Cancer-Risk-96215-1.htm Cancer thrives on glucose, so eating a 'low GI' diet may reduce your risk of tumors, according to Australian researcher Jennie Brand-Miller, from the University of Sydney.Following the review of 10 studies, it was found that the most consistent dietary factor in development of cancer tumours was the glycemic index. Eating a high GI (glycemic index) diet for 5-years or more may increase the risk of breast cancer by 8% compared with a low GI diet.Prof. Jennie said, "This makes sense because high GI ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Low-GI-Diet-Reduces-Cancer-Risk-96215-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Larry-Hagman-Fights-Cancer-With-Vegan-Diet-96096-1.htm Larry Hagman, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer last month, has changed his diet to totally vegan in a bid to overcome cancer. The 'Dallas' legend revealed in October last year he is receiving treatment for the illness and he overhauled his lifestyle following the diagnosis. Now, he is convinced his new diet is helping him beat the disease. "I'm feeling great and I'm back on track," Contactmusic quoted him as telling Britain's Mail On Sunday. "I've finished treatment and the doctors are thrilled with my progress....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Larry-Hagman-Fights-Cancer-With-Vegan-Diet-96096-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Grape-enriched-Diet-may-Prevent-Age-related-Blindness-96091-1.htm Grape consumption might slow or help prevent the onset of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a debilitating condition that affect millions of elderly people worldwide, a new study finds. The study compared the impact of an antioxidant-rich diet on vision using mice prone to developing retinal damage in old age in much the same way as humans do. Mice either received a grape-enriched diet, a diet with added lutein, or a normal diet. The researchers found that grapes proved to offer dramatic ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Grape-enriched-Diet-may-Prevent-Age-related-Blindness-96091-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/New-Study-Dispels-Myth-Surrounding-Low-fat-Diet-96050-1.htm Contrary to the popular belief about low fat diets, researchers have found that it is no better and healthier than moderate or high fat diets. To combat this "low fat is best" myth, nutrition experts at Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) and chefs and registered dieticians at The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) have developed five new muffin recipes that incorporate healthy fats and whole grains, and use a lighter hand on the salt and sugar. Their goal is to "make over" the ubiquitous ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/New-Study-Dispels-Myth-Surrounding-Low-fat-Diet-96050-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/New-DNA-Diet-Helps-You-To-Lose-Weight-In-Four-Months-96045-1.htm Scientists have revealed a new diet program which could help people to lose their weight according to their body types. A personalized 'DNA' diet is set to go on widespread sale after it produced an average weight loss of 11 pounds over four months in trials. The Nordiska diet, developed with the help of experts at Newcastle University, is based on the premise that genetic testing can determine the right food and exercise regime for your body type. Thought to be the first genetic-based ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/New-DNA-Diet-Helps-You-To-Lose-Weight-In-Four-Months-96045-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Fiber-Rich-Diet-Improves-Health-Prevents-Diseases-96037-1.htm Consuming diets that are rich in fiber may improve one's health and could reduce the susceptibility to diseases, reveals a new study. According to the study by Indian scientists a diet rich in dietary fiber like fruit, vegetables, whole-grain foods, such as muesli and porridge, beans and pulses helps improve health and reduce susceptibility to illnesses like heart disease, colon cancer, and diabetes. The team, which looked at research conducted into dietary fiber during the last few decades ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Fiber-Rich-Diet-Improves-Health-Prevents-Diseases-96037-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Diet-Rich-in-Whole-Grains-Legumes-Milk-and-Fruits-Reduces-Risk-of-Cancers-Heart-Disease-96009-1.htm Eating slowly digested carbohydrates, such as whole grains, legumes and other high-fiber foods, milk and fruits significantly reduces markers of inflammation associated with chronic disease among overweight and obese adults, say researchers. Such a "low-glycemic-load" diet, which does not cause blood-glucose levels to spike, also increases a hormone that helps regulate the metabolism of fat and sugar. A new study by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, which involved 80 healthy Seattle-area ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Diet-Rich-in-Whole-Grains-Legumes-Milk-and-Fruits-Reduces-Risk-of-Cancers-Heart-Disease-96009-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Atkins-Diet-for-Imogen-Thomas-95843-1.htm Model Imogen Thomas is going on a diet to lose the three ounces she gained over Christmas. Ironically, the 29-year-old model, infamous for bedding footballer Ryan Giggs, who claims to loathe her body after putting on weight, paraded her barely-dressed figure on Twitter for her 250,000 followers. The Welsh beauty posted a photograph online of herself wearing a pair of knickers and a sports bra, captioning the personal snapshot as "I'm hating how much weight I've gained over xmas! On the atkins diet as of today #nothappygrrrr....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Atkins-Diet-for-Imogen-Thomas-95843-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Gwyneth-Paltrow-Resorting-to-275-Pounds-Clean-Diet-95808-1.htm Gwyneth Paltrow unveiled her latest diet plan to start a healthier and brisker new year. The actress said she is starting off with Clean, which consists of tasty protein shakes, supplements and one solid meal a day. "Next week, when it's back to the grind with work and the daily school run, I'm starting off with Clean, my go-to cleanse from Dr. Alejandro Junger," the Telegraph quoted the 39-year-old mother-of-two as writing on her lifestyle website Goop, Paltrow claimed the 275 pounds ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Gwyneth-Paltrow-Resorting-to-275-Pounds-Clean-Diet-95808-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Low-carb-Diet-Aids-Diabetic-Patients-95793-1.htm bDietary restriction, in conjunction with the anti-diabetic drugs metformin and liraglutide, is effective in patients with advanced diabetes/b. Diabetes and obesity go hand in hand. The epidemic is rampant globally, engulfing both developed and developing countries. Westernized eating habits and lifestyle are the factors predominantly held responsible for this. Diets with low fat content and high amounts of carbohydrates are recommended by official guidelines although these have never been proved effective....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Low-carb-Diet-Aids-Diabetic-Patients-95793-1.htm