Vitamins, additives and nutrition BLOG

After promising results in an initial trial, researchers at the Joslin Diabetes Center are seeking Type 2 diabetics to participate in a study using a mild anti-inflammatory drug. The earlier trial found that the drug (salsalate), which is usually used to treat arthritis, reduced blood sugar levels in Type 2 diabetics.

If it proves to be an effective treatment for diabetes, reducing inflammation may have the additional benefit of reducing Read the rest of this entry »

Many of you will watch the upcoming Super Bowl (or maybe just enjoy the commercials). Super Bowl Sunday (February 1st) will be a big day for parties with lots of food and adult beverages. If you’re planning a big Super Bowl bash, these tips will help you have a fun and healthy party.

Healthier Super Bowl SuggestionsPlanning a Low Fat Super Bowl PartySuper Bowl Burger RecipeHealthy TailgatingDaily Nutrition Tip

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After promising results in an initial trial, researchers at the Joslin Diabetes Center are seeking Type 2 diabetics to participate in a study using a mild anti-inflammatory drug. The earlier trial found that the drug (salsalate), which is usually used to treat arthritis, reduced blood sugar levels in Type 2 diabetics.

If it proves to be an effective treatment for diabetes, reducing inflammation may have the additional benefit of reducing Read the rest of this entry »

Q. I’ve been diagnosed with pre-diabetes. Should I eat like a diabetic?

A. Short Answer: Yes.

Long Answer:

If you have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, it means that your blood sugar is elevated but not yet high enough to qualify as full-blown diabetes. This is your opportunity to turn things around! Your goal is to reduce your blood sugar to safe levels. One thing that will help is to control your intake of Read the rest of this entry »

This month’s issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association includes a study that compares the antioxidant content of different kinds of sugar. Katherine Phillips and her team at Viginia Tech found “substantial differences” in the different sugars they studied:Refined table sugar, corn syrup (not high fructose but the kind you buy in the grocery store), and agave nectar all contained “minimal” antioxidant Read the rest of this entry »

This month’s issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association includes a study that compares the antioxidant content of different kinds of sugar. Katherine Phillips and her team at Viginia Tech found “substantial differences” in the different sugars they studied:Refined table sugar, corn syrup (not high fructose but the kind you buy in the grocery store), and agave nectar all contained “minimal” antioxidant Read the rest of this entry »

The Kellogg Company announced a voluntary recall of certain Austin® and Keebler® branded Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers and select snack-size packs of Famous Amos® Peanut Butter Cookies and Keebler® Soft Batch Homestyle Peanut Butter Cookies due to the possibility of Salmonella contamination. No other products are involved in this recall. For a complete list, read the announcement.

So what types of peanut butter are safe to eat? While Read the rest of this entry »

The Kellogg Company announced a voluntary recall of certain Austin® and Keebler® branded Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers and select snack-size packs of Famous Amos® Peanut Butter Cookies and Keebler® Soft Batch Homestyle Peanut Butter Cookies due to the possibility of Salmonella contamination. No other products are involved in this recall. For a complete list, read the announcement.

So what types of peanut butter are safe to eat? While Read the rest of this entry »

Q. I used the Nutrient Search Tool to look up vegetables high in calcium and found freeze-dried chives and freeze-dried leeks near the top of the list. However, when I went to the listings, they showed that the foods contained zero calcium. Is this an error?

A. Depending on what you select in the Nutrient Search Tool, the results are based on either 100g serving sizes or 200-calorie serving sizes. A 100 grams of Read the rest of this entry »

If you crave carbohydrates during the shorter, darker days of winter, your body may simply be trying to make up for low serotonin levels. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that–among other things–regulates mood and energy levels. When serotonin levels fall, you may experience fatigue, depression and irritability. Serotonin levels tend to be lower in the winter–and this can be the reason behind your winter blues or, the more extreme version, Read the rest of this entry »