Nutrition in Medical News

The Dannon Company Awards The I.J. & Jeanne Wagner Jewish Community Center the Fourth Annual Dannon Next Generation Nutrition Grant

WEST JORDAN, Utah, Aug. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dannon Company, Inc. awarded the I.J. & Jeanne Wagner Jewish Community Center (JCC) the fourth annual Dannon Next Generation Nutrition Grant aimed at promoting healthy eating and fitness among students in the Salt Lake County co...

Photos: Balance Nutrition and Taste, Reduce Food Waste!

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Children who eat nutritious foods do better in school, but coming up with healthy back-to-school lunch ideas that children will actually eat can be a challenge for many parents. To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://www.pr...

Abbott to Acquire Nutrition Businesses, Expanding Presence in India

ABBOTT PARK, Ill., July 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Abbott announced today a definitive agreement to acquire the nutrition businesses of Wockhardt Limited, Carol Info Services Limited, and certain Wockhardt subsidiaries and group companies for consideration totaling approximately U...

Kaiser Permanente to Provide Calorie, Nutrition Information on Cafeteria Menus

OAKLAND, Calif., July 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaiser Permanente, a leader in promoting healthy eating, will become the first large health care provider in the country to offer calorie and nutrition information on its hospital cafeteria menus after a recent study showed that patron...

ISSA Announces New Specialist in Fitness Nutrition Certification

CARPINTERIA, Calif., July 21 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Sports Sciences Association ( www.ISSAonline.edu ) announced today the release of their Specialist in Fitness Nutrition (SFN) certification curriculum. In an effort to combat the highest levels of obesity the U...

CNCB Post Graduate Studies in Clinical Nutrition (PGSCN) Program is Now Available Online

Go to www.cncb.org for more information or call 972-250-2829 DALLAS, July 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following information on the CNCB Post Graduate Studies in Clinical Nutrition (PGSCN) Program was released today by the Clinical Nutrition Certification Board: ...

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition Answers Call For Safe Science-Based Weight Loss

Max De-Lite is based in Science & Fact in an industry borne of hype Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) July 14, 2009 -- Max Muscle Sports Nutrition announces a new weight loss formula that combines the finest proven weight loss and fat burning ingredients available, scientific...

Good Nutrition Can Fuel the Whole Family, Even the Four-Legged Members

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 13 /PRNewswire/ -- These days, people consider their pets a part of the family, so it is important for them to be cared for in the same way. With more than two-thirds of people(1)()consuming foods with proactive nutrients each month, it's only natural dog owne...

Frost & Sullivan Lauds Marigot Ltd. and GTC Nutrition for Their Innovative CalciLife(TM)

LONDON, July 7 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2008 Frost & Sullivan Global Food and Beverage Prebiotics Product Innovation Award is presented to Ireland-based Marigot Ltd. and U.S.-based GTC Nutrition for their unique partnership product concept - CalciLife(TM). This prebiotic-based mineral absorption-en...

Studies Indicate Good Nutrition Linked to Eye Health

TORRANCE, Calif., June 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Studies have determined certain nutrients have positive effects on eye health. The research focus is on Vitamins C and E, found in high levels in the eye lens; lutein and zeaxanthin, which are concentrated in the retina; and beta-carotene (which converts ...

Nature's Healing Nutrition - Healing the Body Naturally

NaturesHealingNutrition.com launches new content to include information about nutritional health, and chemotherapy and its alternatives. Bush, LA (PRWEB) June 16, 2009 -- NaturesHealingNutrition.com has recently launched a new series of pages. The site's primary focus i...

Brinker International Announces Support of Senate's Agreement on Uniform Nutrition Disclosure

DALLAS, June 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT ), announced its support and applauds the work of Senators Harkin, Carper, Murkowski and Kennedy in bringing the restaurant industry, government and public health interests together to forge uniform nutrition disclo...

Innovative New Wellness and Nutrition Program Leverages Latest Understanding of Relationship Between Diet and Genes

Gene Smart(TM) Takes New Approach to Diet and Exercise to Live Longer, Healthier Lives WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., June 11 /PRNewswire/ -- The mismatch between today's typical diets and our genes has been a major contributor to the nation's health crisis, including obesity and chronic inflammatory d...

National Restaurant Association Backs Bipartisan Senate Agreement to Empower Consumers Nationwide With More Nutrition Information

WASHINGTON, June 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Restaurant Association today released the following statement from President and CEO Dawn Sweeney about a bipartisan Senate agreement on a national nutrition information standard: "Today, Senators Tom Harkin (D-Iowa), Tom Carper (D-D...

More Than 9 in 10 Primary Care Physicians Say U.S. Health Care System Should Place Greater Emphasis on Nutrition to Manage Chronic Disease

Survey Conducted with American Dietetic Association Shows Lack of Reimbursement for Nutrition Services Is Key Barrier WASHINGTON, June 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Ninety-six percent of primary care physicians believe the nation's health care system should place more emphasis on nutrition to...

Swim Yourself Slim This Summer With AXA PPP Healthcare's Nutrition and Fitness Expert Guide

Expert Advice on Getting the Most Out of Swimming GLASGOW, Scotland, June 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Swimming is officially the most popular participation sport in the country*, and with new national initiatives 'Learn to Swim' and 'Free Swimming', there has never been a better time for people to vis...

Abbott Announces New EAS(R) Myoplex(R) Strength Formula Nutrition Shake and Debuts Bottle Packaging

Myoplex Strength Formula(1) Helps Active People Refuel and Rebuild After Physical Activity COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Abbott (NYSE: ABT ) today announced the EAS(R) Myoplex(R) Strength Formula nutrition shake designed to help active people on the go refuel ...

Editor Showcase: Health & Nutrition Brand-to-Press Networking Event Scheduled for Aug. 17

Invite-only Event to Bring Together 40 Consumer Brands with Major Media in New York City NEW YORK, June 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Fast Forward Events, an experiential marketing and event production agency, announced today that it will host Editor Showcase: Health & Nutrition , a brand-to-pres...

Brain Imaging Study Confirms Cognizin(R) Citicoline Boosts Mental Function; to be Presented at International Society of Sports Nutrition Annual Conference

Natural Compound Proven to Improve Memory, Spark Energy and Protect Against Mental 'Burn Out' that Accompanies Aging NEW ORLEANS, June 8 /PRNewswire/ -- A recent study out of McLean Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School , confirms that Cognizin(R) Citicoline, a dietary supplement ...

Joshua Rosenthal to Present Free Nutrition Talks in California

Nutrition Expert Speaks about the Nation's Health Crisis NEW YORK, June 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Joshua Rosenthal, founder and primary teacher of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, is hosting 4 free public lectures in Los Angeles and San Francisco this June. Dr. Mehmet Oz recently spoke ...

Stem Cell Nutrition Company, STEMTech HealthSciences, Chosen as Finalist for Prestigious DSA Rising Star Award

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- STEMTech HealthSciences Inc. today announced that it has been chosen from among approximately 500 Direct Selling Association (DSA) member companies as one of the three finalists for the prestigious DSA Rising Star award. STEMTech is responsible f...

Three New ZonePerfect(R) Dark Chocolate Nutrition Bar Flavors Fuel Satisfying and Delicious Snacking

Abbott Expands ZonePerfect Nutrition Bar Line to Meet Demand for Dark Chocolate by Active, On-the-Go Consumers COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- (NYSE: ABT ) - Fueled by demand for nutritious, yet delicious snacks, Abbott today announced the introduction of three new flav...

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition Releases The Truth About Creatine

Recent news on recalls, bans and non-scientific claims have consumers seeking supplements and products based on scientific evidence, not marketing muscle or claims. CX3, Max Muscle Sports Nutrition's new Scientifically Engineered Creatine, sets the new standard in consumer awareness and trust. ...

Tufts University Friedman School of Nutrition Presents National Forum: 'Children's Health: The Future of Food & Nutrition Policy'

National Press Club event co-sponsored by W.K. Kellogg Foundation WASHINGTON, May 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Tufts University Gerald J. & Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science & Policy will present a national forum on June 1st in Washington, DC on the most pr...

Martek Signs Sole-Source ARA Supply Agreement with Lactalis Nutrition Sante

Martek Biosciences Corporation announced today that it has entered into a multi-year, sole-source supply agreement with Lactalis Nutrition Sante for the use of life'sARA™ in infant formulas and growing-up milks produced by Lactalis and sold in France and Algeria. ...

National Kidney Foundation and Nephroceuticals Partner to Promote Early Detection and Good Nutrition for Kidney Disease

NEW YORK, May 12 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) announced today a new educational partnership with Nephroceuticals(TM) focusing on the importance of nutrition and early detection for kidney disease. The partnership includes the development and distribut...

New Class of Sports Nutrition Product Launched

All-natural sports mints containing protein, carbohydrates, and electrolytes CANDIA, N.H., May 12 /PRNewswire/ -- After very successful test marketing of a new sports nutrition product, Muscle Mints, Inc. has begun selling its all-natural sports mints called Muscle Mints. Combining two types ...

University HealthSystem Consortium Selects Sodexo to Provide Food and Nutrition Services

OAK BROOK, Ill., May 7 /PRNewswire/ -- The University HealthSystem Consortium (UHC) today announced that it has awarded a 3-year agreement to one supplier, Sodexo Inc., based in Gaithersburg, Md, for food and nutrition services. The agreement, which has 2 optional 1-year renewal periods, be...

Is dephytinization from infant cereals beneficial to the nutrition absorption?

Cereals are considered a rich plant source of carbohydrate, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, and are therefore are usually introduced to an infant's diet between the ages of four and six months. However, cereals are also rich in antinutrients, which can decrease the absorption of critical nutrien...

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition Offers Support for Hydroxycut Recall

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition's newest product innovation is L-Tox, for advanced liver support. L-Tox was formulated to help stimulate maximum liver detoxification along with protective and regenerative factors. Anaheim, California (PRWEB) May 6, 2009 - The U.S. Food and ...

Illinois Soybean Association to Participate in Global Child Nutrition Forum in South Africa

BLOOMINGTON, Ill., May 4 /PRNewswire/ -- The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA ) is proud to attend the 11th Annual Global Child Nutrition Forum (GCNF) in Cape Town , South Africa on May 5th and 6th. Only a select group of people from around the world will be participating in the invitat...

Kardea Enhances Medical Nutrition System for Cholesterol Lowering

Kardea Nutrition LLC enhances it system for natural cholesterol lowering with the introduction of Fiber Plus with Plant Sterols , a unique blend of nutrients proven to lower cholesterol. Hamden, Conn (PRWEB) May 4, 2009 -- Kardea Nutrition LLC enhances it system fo...

Introducing 'Ashley Koff Approved' (AKA): the Stamp of Nutrition for Optimal Health

--Nutritionist Ashley Koff R.D. helps Americans find healthier choices-- BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., April 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Registered dietician Ashley Koff is proud to announce Ashley Koff Approved (AKA), the unbiased stamp of approval for nutrition for optimal health. After several years of he...

Landmark NBC News Nutrition Report: 'There Is Indeed Little Difference Between High Fructose Corn Syrup and Table Sugar'

Harvard Obesity Researcher: High fructose corn syrup 'misunderstood' WASHINGTON, April 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Last night, NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams ran a report, "The sweet truth about high fructose corn syrup," by Chief Science Correspondent Robert Bazell. In the report, Mr. Bazell ...

Mars Snackfood Urges U.S. Congress to Update National School Nutrition Standards

WASHINGTON, March 31 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In testimony today before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, Mars Snackfood US supported legislation to revise school food nutrition standards so that more nutritious products are available to students nationwide. The ...

New Report In The Journal of Nutrition Shows Soy Is Beneficial For Heart and Bone Health

NORTHRIDGE, Calif., March 26 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- New findings published in the April issue of the Journal of Nutrition suggest soyfoods can play an important role in promoting heart and bone health. The new research was presented at the eighth International Soy Symposium on the role of s...

How to predict post-operative enteral nutrition problems

Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) has become one of the most useful and established enteral nutrition techniques. However, since PEG is based on a surgical technique and is mainly performed in elderly individuals with poor general conditions, the frequency of adverse events is higher compa...

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition Franchising Draws Record Interest

Concept continues to prove health and fitness never goes out of style with record sales growth ANAHEIM, Calif., March 24 /PRNewswire/ -- 46 consecutive months of same store sales growth has catapulted Anaheim, California-based Max Muscle Sports Nutrition (MMSN) into the spotlight as America...

Photo: ZonePerfect(R) Nutrition Bars Launches Nationwide Tour With VH1 Save The Music Foundation to Nourish Arts, America's Schools

Abbott Nutrition to help the VH1 Save The Music Foundation restore music programs in public schools and fuel discovery of emerging talent at premier music and film festivals nationwide COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Abbott ( NYSE: ABT ) today announced that Zo...

Innovative Sports Supplement Firm Muscles Up to General Nutrition Centers in a New National Partnership

General Nutrition Centers to Carry Extreme Physical Performance Products Including ANABEUTROL and ANDRITEST DOVER, Del., March 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme Physical Performance is proud to announce a new joint venture with General Nutrition Centers in an aggressive movement to increase domest...