Yoplait Introduces Healthy Heart Yogurt With Plant Sterols
Yoplait launches Healthy Heart yogurt in the United States using plant sterols from Cargill Inc to help lower cholesterol. Two daily servings may reduce cholesterol up to six percent over time. Available in 6 ounce cups at 79 cents each. more details at www.yoplait.com.
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Cargill Inc
Prevention a vitamin E a day may keep the doctor away
Daily vitamin E doses 200 International Units reduced upper respiratory infections by about 20 percent among nursing facility residents aged 65 plus over one year. Dietary sources include cereals, wheat germ, nuts, seeds, leafy greens, and vegetable oils. NAS sets a 1500 IU daily upper limit.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
National Academy of Sciences
Mouth bacteria linked to preterm birth and low weight
A study in the February Journal of Periodontology examined Alabama women in their third trimester, finding plaque bacteria linked to early deliveries and low birth weight. Lead author Dr Ananda Dasanayake recommends dental care before and after the first trimester to protect pregnancy outcomes.
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Journal of Periodontology
Alabama
Ananda Dasanayake
New York University
Dasanayake
Gazette Wire Services
Partner workouts boost intimacy and fitness in St Louis area
The idea blends couples exercise with counseling from Imagine Weight Loss Centers and training at the Lodge of Des Peres in St Louis. Experts say 29 minute sessions with nutrition guidance help couples stay accountable and improve both health and relationship satisfaction.
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Stacie Mullen
Imagine
St. Louis
Heather Epperly
Lodge of Des Peres
Glucosamine in Osteoarthritis Care: Hype or Help
The Diet Detective reviews glucosamine for OA, noting mixed trial results and possible publication bias. Some experts see modest benefits for pain and function, while others question efficacy, yet safety appears favorable and some OA knee patients report improvement.
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Arthritis Center
Boston University School of Medicine
Journal of the American Medical Association
David Felson
Moskowitz
C. Thomas Vangsness Jr
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
Arthritis Foundation
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