Low Glycemic Index News
- Nutrition's potential to save sight Thursday, July 1, 2010 @ 3:24PMWhile 20/20 vision is a symbol of visual acuity, between now and the year 2020, more and more people will experience some extent of vision loss due to age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other sight-robbing diseases.
- Nutrition's potential to save sight Thursday, July 1, 2010 @ 2:32PM( United States Department of Agriculture-Research, Education, and Economics ) Agricultural Research Service-funded scientists are finding that healthy eating can reduce not only health care costs, but also the decline of quality of life due to these diseases.
- Improvement in Beta-Cell Function Observed After Three Years of BYETTA(R) Therapy: Data Presented at ADA 2010 Saturday, June 26, 2010 @ 10:00AMAmylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Eli Lilly and Company today announced results from a study comparing the effect of long-term treatment with either BYETTA® injection or Lantus® on overall beta-cell function.
- Select low GIs Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 12:34AMMOST Asians eat a healthy diet. However, it may be surprising to learn that there is an increased risk of diabetes, heart disease, and weight gain in Asians largely due to the high carbohydrate diets that we consume and the type of carbohydrates we consume.
- Versartis Presents Results of Three Studies at ENDO 2010 Sunday, June 20, 2010 @ 4:36PMGrowth Deficiency Advisory Board Greatly Expanded
- Versartis Presents Results of Three Studies at ENDO 2010 Sunday, June 20, 2010 @ 4:30PMMOUNTAIN VIEW, CA--(Marketwire - 06/20/10) - Versartis, Inc., an emerging biotechnology company developing novel therapeutics for patients with metabolic diseases and endocrine disorders, announced positive results of the company's VRS-317, a once monthly form of human growth hormone, today in San Diego at ENDO 2010: The 92nd Annual Meeting of the Endocrine Society. During the meeting, the ...
- Food to chew on Sunday, June 20, 2010 @ 1:07PMIn nutritional medicine, fibre is recognised as an essential bulk nutrient just like protein, carbohydrate and fats. However, too much fibre could bring about a reduction in the absorption of micro-nutrients.
- Amylin Pharmaceuticals To Present New Data And Insights From The Company's Diabetes Programs At ADA 2010 Saturday, June 19, 2010 @ 7:17AMAmylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMLN) announced that the Company will present data for its FDA-approved diabetes drugs, BYETTA® (exenatide) injection and SYMLIN® (pramlintide acetate) injection, and its investigational diabetes drug candidate BYDUREON™ (exenatide extended-release for injectable suspension) at the American Diabetes Association's (ADA's) 70th Annual Scientific Sessions being ...
- DURATION-4 Study Results: BYDUREON Efficacy And Tolerability Profile Extended To Monotherapy Treatment Saturday, June 19, 2010 @ 7:15AMAmylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMLN), Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) and Alkermes, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALKS) today announced results from DURATION-4, the fourth in a series of studies designed to test the superiority of BYDUREON™ (exenatide extended-release for injectable suspension), an investigational type 2 diabetes therapy, as compared to other type 2 diabetes medications...
- How to make your own (not just peanut) butter Wednesday, June 16, 2010 @ 5:45AMWondering what healthy baon you can make for your kids? Just place some peanuts or raw nuts like almonds in a blender and blitz!
- MapleSyrupWorld’s New E-commerce Site Sweetens the Online Maple World Wednesday, June 16, 2010 @ 3:01AMMapleSyrupWorld today announced the launch of its new stylish transactional site that provides a selection of handpicked high quality maple products and a community portal of free information and recipes relating to maple syrup.
- Yes, we have some bananas...for the grill Thursday, June 10, 2010 @ 6:34AMNinety-six percent of American households buy bananas, and almost all are eaten for breakfast or lunch.
- Hope for people with type 2 diabetes Tuesday, June 1, 2010 @ 4:43PMRick Gallop published his first book on the G.I. diet (Glycemic Index Diet) in 2002. He followed that one up with several others, but his most recent book makes a big claim. It's called The G.I. Diet Diabetes Clinic: A Week-by-Week Guide to Reversing Diabetes (Random House, $24.95).
- Can diabetics take gula melaka? Wednesday, May 19, 2010 @ 12:42AMQ I am a 69-year-old male with diabetes and hypertension. Several months ago, I had an uncontrollable urge to eat dessert. I cooked green beans with coconut milk and gula melaka (palm sugar) and had this for several days.
- Ask A Dietitian Wednesday, May 19, 2010 @ 12:03AMQ: Where “low-carb” has been left off, the “low-glycemic index” has taken over. What does low-glycemic index mean?
- The sweet life Tuesday, May 18, 2010 @ 10:03PMIt's a common problem faced by folks with a sweet tooth: Youwant to eat healthier without giving up the taste of sugarydesserts and drinks.
- Health Briefs Sunday, April 18, 2010 @ 2:04AMHealth related activities and events going on in the Pensacola area.
- The Gingerbread House baking to please Tuesday, March 23, 2010 @ 10:27PMKUCHING: Inheriting her mother’s talent and penchant for baking, Karen Chai has taken the art of baking one step forward by establishing a new concept combining a bakery and dine-in cafe. The talented and enthusiastic 26-year-old entrepreneur, who graduated as an engineer, has managed to stand out by owning a new concept of bakery shop. The [...]
- Kay’s Naturals Answers Obama’s Call to Tackle Childhood Obesity Monday, March 22, 2010 @ 11:00AMKay’s Naturals announces its support of Michelle Obama’s recently unveiled “Let’s Move” campaign against childhood obesity and her March 16 call to food makers to “make good food cool.” Kay’s is launching two new websites this April—KaysDietFood.com and KaysDiabeticFood.com—both of which will address issues highlighted in Obama’s campaign.
- Nature's Agave Launches Retail Premium Agave Nectar Line Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 4:44AMNature's Agave Inc., an organic agave-based food and beverage company, recently announced the launch of its new retail line of premium agave nectars
- Lifestyle changes can help slow dementia, experts say Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 4:29AMLast year, Toni Feldmann had her brain tested. The results were good so now she's working to keep it that way. The baseline testing on her cognitive and neurologic function took place at the Center for Healthy Brain Aging at St. Louis University.
- VIVUS Announces Positive Results From Phase 2 Study Of Qnexa In Obstructive Sleep Apnea Friday, January 8, 2010 @ 8:46AMVIVUS, Inc. (Nasdaq: VVUS) announced positive results from a phase 2 study evaluating the safety and efficacy of Qnexa®, an investigational drug, for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). VIVUS recently completed phase 3 development of Qnexa for the treatment of obesity and submitted a New Drug Application (NDA) to the FDA for that indication. The study announced demonstrated ...
- Get energized: Start your day in a healthy way Wednesday, January 6, 2010 @ 6:49AMIt can be tough to maintain healthy eating habits and a hectic schedule. But one little ingredient can add great flavor and keep you energized for the busy day ahead.
- Xagave Goes Mainstream in Kroger Wednesday, January 6, 2010 @ 2:01AMPremium agave nectar brand is an all-natural sweetener that provides versatility to the consumer in cooking, baking and canning
- Gateway Ummed targets NRIs occupancies for winter Friday, November 13, 2009 @ 1:46PMWith the festive season continuing from Diwali in October till Christmas and New Year till December, The Gateway Ummed Ahmedabad is planning to target non-resident Indians (NRIs) during the period. For this, the business hotel plans to introduce an array of discounts and other offers.
- Nutrisystem, Inc. to Present at Citi Small and Mid Cap Conference Friday, November 13, 2009 @ 9:15AMHORSHAM, Pa.----Nutrisystem, Inc. , a leading provider of weight management products and services, today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Joe Redling and Chief Financial Officer David Clark will present at the Citi Small and Mid Cap Conference on Thursday November 19, 2009 at 1:35pm ET at the Citigroup Global Markets Offices in New York, New York.
- DRSI is Designed to Restore Energy Tuesday, November 10, 2009 @ 5:10PMDRSI launches a diabetes energy formula specifically created for diabetics to counter fatigue. Diabetica Research Solutions, Inc.'s (DRSI) drsi ReStore! Energy is designed to provide diabetics and pre-diabetics a balanced, long-lasting energy and stamina to help them through their daily routines.
- Diabetes prevention Tuesday, November 10, 2009 @ 4:09PMNovember 14 is World Diabetes Day. Diabetes is a growing chronic disease that develops when we can’t regulate blood sugars. Our bodies aren’t able to produce enough of the hormone insulin, which is produced in the pancreas. In 2008, diabetics totalled more than two million Canadians and 24 million Americans, according to the World Health Organization. Another 57 million were estimated to be pre ...
- Merck Receives Positive CHMP Opinion for JANUVIA® (sitagliptin) and JANUMET® (sitagliptin/metformin) as Add-On to ... Friday, September 25, 2009 @ 5:36PMWHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J.----Merck & Co., Inc., which operates in many countries as Merck Sharp & Dohme , has received a positive opinion from the European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use for JANUVIA® tablets and JANUMET® tablets recommending their use as add-on to insulin for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
- Merck Statement About JANUVIA (sitagliptin) and JANUMET (sitagliptin/metformin) Friday, September 25, 2009 @ 12:37PMWHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J.----Merck & Co., Inc., issued the following statement today in response to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's update on JANUVIA and JANUMET .
- Facts for Families: It's never too late to lower diabetes risk Tuesday, September 22, 2009 @ 1:32AMIt is never too late to lower your risk of diabetes. Researchers of the Harvard School of Public Health recently reported that combining just five positive lifestyle factors could reduce diabetes incidence by 89 percent for people age 65 and up!
- Alternative energy: SCV man finds success with granola bars Tuesday, September 15, 2009 @ 8:08AMJeff Cohen didn't intend to go into the business of producing granola bars. He was simply looking for something to snack on.
- Nutrisystem Now Offers Double the Fresh-Frozen Food for the Same Low Monthly Cost Wednesday, August 19, 2009 @ 1:00PMNutrisystem, Inc. , a leading provider of weight management products and services that are delivered directly to the customers' doors, announced today that its popular 28-Day Nutrisystem Select program now includes an additional week of delicious fresh-frozen entrees - all for the same low monthly cost.
- Where to get best choco fondue, kefir, etc. Wednesday, August 19, 2009 @ 12:43PMI NEED an easy-to-do and tried-and-tested chocolate fondue recipe. I was tasked by my Tita to do the chocolate fountain for her son’s first birthday.
- UCI needs volunteers for study of a diet supplement Wednesday, August 5, 2009 @ 10:54AMParticipants will be paid $350.
- Century grows on the Strand Friday, June 26, 2009 @ 11:06PMMany of us have heard about century plants - showy succulents that purportedly bloom only every 100 years. If you have not seen one bloom, it is worth driving a few miles for the show if you hear about one nearby.
- Is instant oatmeal just as healthy as traditional? Friday, June 26, 2009 @ 9:36AMI recently learned that my total cholesterol and triglycerides are very high, and my doctor recommended oatmeal, which I do not like. I did find a way to make it palatable, though. It's such a pain to make it every day. My question is this: If I make a large batch of it at once, will it lose its benefits by reheating? And what about instant oatmeal? Are the benefits the same?
- Nutrisystem Announces the Appointment of Chris Terrill to Chief Marketing Officer Friday, June 26, 2009 @ 9:00AMHORSHAM, Pa.----Nutrisystem, Inc. , a leading provider of weight management products and services, today announced the appointment of Chris Terrill to the post of Chief Marketing Officer, effective immediately.
- 15°C - Rather cloudy with only a few bright intervals Wednesday, June 24, 2009 @ 4:58AMIT was the ultimate diet of the Nineties and now the meal replacement shakes are back.
- 14°C - Rather cloudy with only a few bright intervals Wednesday, June 24, 2009 @ 3:13AMA FAT LOT OF GOOD? It Was the ultimate diet of the Nineties and now the meal replacement shakes are back.
