Researchers at the University of Washington School of Medicine, in Seattle, compared the effects of a high–saturated fat/high–glycemic index diet with a low–saturated fat/low–glycemic index diet on markers of Alzheimer disease and cognition in adults with mild cognitive impairment. Continue reading Using diet to modulate Alzheimer’s disease
Category Archives: Diet-Energy Density
Best diets
U.S. News evaluated and ranked 20 diets with input from a panel of health experts. Continue reading Best diets
Benefits on cholesterol of eating nuts
Researchers at Loma Linda University, in California reviewed the effects of nut consumption on blood lipid levels and the ability of different factors to modify the response. Continue reading Benefits on cholesterol of eating nuts
The contribution of fruit and veggies to weight loss
According to this study, each 100 gram increase in fruit consumption is associated with a reduction of 300 grams of body weight after 6 months. Continue reading The contribution of fruit and veggies to weight loss
Complementary New Year Resolutions
 Dr. Harvey Simon, who is editor of the Harvard Men’s Health Watch, cuts through the clutter and provides 10 resolutions for 2009.
Surprise! They’re all complementary. Continue reading Complementary New Year Resolutions
Reducing the energy density of childrens’ diets
 Researchers from The Pennsylvania State University at University Park studied the effect of reducing the energy density (ED) of multiple meals on the dietary choices of preschool-age children. Continue reading Reducing the energy density of childrens’ diets
Benefits of a lower energy dense breakfast
The concept of energy density can help you feel satisfied with fewer calories, according to MayoClinic.com.
In this study, eating a lower energy density breakfast was associated with better weight control. Continue reading Benefits of a lower energy dense breakfast
Looking for a new diet? Highest rating goes to Volumetrics
The Consumer Reports website rates volumetrics as the number one diet in terms of sustainable weight loss.
And, of course, there’s a book to get you started. Lynda Lippin reviewed The Volumetrics Eating Plan by Dr. Barbara Rolls (photo), and was impressed.
Continue reading Looking for a new diet? Highest rating goes to Volumetrics