January 31, 2010
New study shows effectiveness of MEND program in prevention and treatment of pediatric obesity
Groundbreaking results from a study to evaluate the effectiveness of the MEND Program, a multi-component community-based childhood obesity intervention have just been published. The independent study demonstrates the success of weight management program MEND for overweight/obese children and their families. Results coincide with the launch of Michelle Obama's initiative to reduce childhood obesity announced last week.
Nutrition services, prevention important in nutrition care for special health needs
The American Dietetic Association has published an updated position paper that addresses the nutrition aspects of health care for people with developmental disabilities and special health care needs. It emphasizes prevention, coordination of care, the increasing role of technology and the importance of services provided by registered dietitians and dietetic technicians, registered.
Whole grain consumption by teens and young adults falls short of guidelines
Researchers report that young people are consuming less than one serving of whole grains per day. The study took an in-depth look at influencers, modifiable factors and interventions that are critical for successfully addressing this gap.
New tools and systems may help patients, primary care clinicians manage obesity
Using combined and intensive treatments and restructuring care to treat obesity like other chronic diseases may help primary care clinicians and patients better address the condition, according to several new studies.
January 30, 2010
Study Recommends Better Handling Of Milk In Restaurants
One-third of samples of milk and dairy products analysed in various restaurants exceed the microbe contamination limits set by the European Union, according to a study carried out by researchers from the University of Valencia (UV). The experts advise against keeping milk in jugs and suggest that these foodstuffs need to be better handled...