Archive | November, 2009
Diabetes Cases Expected to Double in 25 Years
The number of people with diabetes in the United States is expected to double over the next 25 years, a new study predicts. That would bring the total by 2034 to about 44.1 million people with the disease, up from 23.7 million today.
Continue reading...Salt Really Does Boost Health Risks
30. November 2009
A review published in the Nov. 25 online edition of BMJ found that a difference of just 5 grams of regular daily salt intake spells a 23 percent difference in the rate of stroke and a 17 percent difference in the rate of cardiovascular disease.
Continue reading...Heart-health benefits of omega-3s depend on how fish is cooked
20. November 2009
"In fact, these methods of preparation may contribute to your risk. We did not directly compare boiled or baked fish vs. fried fish, but one can tell from the (risk) ratios, boiled or baked fish is in the protective direction but not fried fish."
Continue reading...Diet, Cognitive Ability May Play Role in Heart Disease
20. November 2009
Seniors who eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and who have good cognitive function are much less likely to die from heart disease than those who have poorer cognitive function and eat fewer fruits and vegetables, a new study has found.
Continue reading...Main Ingredients in Household Dust Come From Outdoors
18. November 2009
The researchers developed a computer model that can track the distribution of outdoor soil and airborne particles into homes and found that more than 60 percent of household dust originates from tracked-in soil and airborne particles from the outdoors. The remainder is from dead skin shed by residents, fibers from carpets and upholstered furniture.
Continue reading...BPA Tied to Impotence in Men
18. November 2009
Exposure to high levels of the controversial plastics chemical bisphenol A (BPA) significantly raised the risk of sexual dysfunction, including impotence and low sex drive, among Chinese factory workers, a new study has found. The researchers stressed that the workers were exposed to BPA levels about 50 times higher than what most Chinese or Americans would be exposed to in everyday life.
Continue reading...Phytosterols may prevent cancer development
18. November 2009
The ingredients may work via the traditional route of reducing cholesterol, particularly in the membrane of cancer cells, and by activating an enzyme called caspase which is known to play an essential role in programmed cell death (apoptosis).
Continue reading...Diet rich in sulfur amino acids may aid bowel healing
18. November 2009
A higher intake of sulfur-containing amino acids like cysteine following intestinal surgery might aid healthy intestinal recovery, claims a new study.
Continue reading...Bilberries may prevent artery hardening, boost heart health
11. November 2009
A fermented bilberry extract out-performed a standard extract, leasing the French researchers to suggest that yeast fermentation produces new bioactive compounds with heart health effects.
Continue reading...Obesity causes 100,000 U.S. cancer cases
9. November 2009
Having too much body fat causes nearly half the cases of endometrial cancer -- a type of cancer of the uterus -- and a third of esophageal cancer cases, the American Institute for Cancer Research said.
Continue reading...Walnut-rich diet may boost diabetic heart health
6. November 2009
Daily consumption of walnuts, rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, may improve the health of blood vessels, thereby decreasing the risk of heart disease, says a new study from Yale.
Continue reading...Fibre may keep asthma, diabetes at bay
6. November 2009
An apple a day may keep the doctor away but a fibre-filled diet could also hold the key to keeping asthma, diabetes and arthritis at bay, according to Australian research released Thursday.
Continue reading...Processed food could have role in depression
4. November 2009
People reporting a high consumption of processed foods could be more likely to experience depression in middle age, says a new study that suggests food should play a greater role in preventing depressive disorders.
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Dr. Alan H. Pressman
D.C., D.A.C.B.N.Whether hosting his radio show, “Healthline” or lecturing throughout the world, Dr. Alan Pressman shares his broad knowledge of health, nutrition and breakthrough medicine with obvious enthusiasm. He presents clear explanations of medical fact, tells personal stories for illustration and then asks questions to keep his listeners alert. He talks about wellness in a direct, lively style, so that people can hear, understand and incorporate his words into their lives.
Dr. Pressman’s extensive knowledge of health and medicine comes from the richness of his experience. He is a chiropractor and a New York State Board certified dietitian/nutritionist. He has been a Professor of Nutrition Research and Chairman of the Department of Clinical Nutrition at New York Chiropractic College and Associate Professor of Bio-nutrition at the University of Bridgeport. He has served numerous terms as president for the Council on Nutrition of the American Chiropractic Association and has been their Director of Education and Research. He is also a diplomate and past president of the American Chiropractic Board of Nutrition and a fellow of the International & American Association of Clinical Nutritionists.
Dr. Pressman has written 2 textbooks and 10 books for the general public. He has appeared on the major TV and radio networks and is the Director of Gramercy Health Associates in New York City, where he maintains his private practice.
30. November 2009
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