September 30, 2010
Proposed dietary guidelines for Americans sharply debated
A peer-reviewed article appearing in the journal Nutrition disputes the Report of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.
Research examines vicious cycle of overeating and obesity
New research provides evidence of the vicious cycle created when an obese individual overeats to compensate for reduced pleasure from food.
Maternal diet high in trans fats doubles risk of excess body fat in breastfed babies, study finds
A new study suggests that mothers who consume a diet high in trans fats double the likelihood that their infants will have high levels of body fat.
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ENGENUITYSC SCIENCE CAFE: “Paranormal Phenomena: Scientific Understanding versus Popular Belief,” 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 12, Blue Marlin, The Vista Room, 1200 Lincoln St. www.engenuitysc.com
CFDR Announces Research Team For Nutrition Research In Focus Program
The Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research (CFDR) is pleased to announce the successful research team in the inaugural "Nutrition Research in Focus" program. The program features a large-scale research project ($50,000) focused on a specific nutrition issue. This first year's focus is functional foods...