Cheryl Winter, M.S., R.D., R.N.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Your Health
Overview:nnWhile you know âomegaâ as the last letter of the Greek alphabet, and meaning, âthe end,â it is doubtful that you have heard the end about âomega-3 fatty acids.â In fact, youâll be hearing more and more about this long-chain fatty acid and how important it is to your health, and how American diets should be increased in this nutrient.n nIsnât FAT a Four-Letter Word?ânnNo! Fat is not a bad word! Itâs understandable that people have come to believe
July 28, 2004
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Obesity and the Metabolic Syndrome
In recent years, scientists have found that some of the complications of obesity, which include diabetes, hypertension, insulin resistance, and heart disease, were more clearly related to the central distribution of fat (excessive fat tissue in the abdominal region), than to overall level of obesity. nnThis central location of fat and the release of fatty acids and cytokines (powerful chemical substances secreted by cells) from the enlarged fat cells in this area, provide the
July 28, 2004
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What Are You Doing to Fight "Sarcopenia"?
Have you ever had major surgery? If you have, you will know that once the anesthesia has worn off, the first thing the doctors and nurses require of you is to âget out of bedâ and move! But, âwait a minute,â you cry, âI just had major surgery--let me rest.â Thankfully, however, for you, that request is denied. Otherwise, severe complications in all body systems can occur, as well as death. nnProlonged bedrest effects all body systems, but it especially effects the
July 28, 2004
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Drink Your Milk and LOSE Weight!
We all know how important getting adequate calcium is for building strong bones and teeth, and for preventing osteoporosis, a condition of gradually weakening brittle bones. But did you know that recent research has discovered that adding calcium to your diet can also promote increased weight loss? Isnât that great news for millions of Americans who are struggling with their weight? Of course, calcium needs a little help in this weight loss battle, through the reduction of
July 28, 2004