Health News: [Diet ]: Mediterranean diet counteracts a genetic risk of stroke

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Health News : Diet - News from other sources.   Mediterranean diet counteracts a genetic risk of stroke Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 09:08 AM PDT A gene variant strongly associated with development of type 2 diabetes appears to interact with a Mediterranean diet pattern to prevent stroke, report researchers. The results are a significant advance for nutrigenomics, the study of the linkages between nutrition and gene function. Continue reading Sugar toxic to mice in 'safe' doses Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 09:08 AM PDT When mice ate a diet of 25 percent extra sugar – the mouse equivalent of a healthy human diet plus three cans of soda daily – females died at twice the normal rate and males were a quarter less likely to hold territory and reproduce, according to a toxicity test. Continue reading Mediterranean diet may counteract genetic risk of stroke Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 09:02 AM PDT The Mediterranean diet has often been touted for its heart healthy benefits, and now, new research has revealed that the cuisine may also counteract a person's genetic risk for stroke. Continue reading Three-soda-a-day sugar habit could be toxic, University of Utah study finds Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 08:45 AM PDT A sugar rush could be dangerous to more than your waistline, according to a new study from the University of Utah. Researchers found that male mice fed a diet with 25 percent extra sugar — equivalent to about an additional three cans of soda a day in humans — were less likely to defend their territory ... Continue reading 'Safe' levels of sugar harmful to mice Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 08:44 AM PDT Diet comparable to that of many Americans left animals struggling to reproduce and to compete for territory. Continue reading SB Nation's MLS 12th man program helps uncommitted soccer fans choose who to support | SIDELINE Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 08:28 AM PDT Basically, it takes some of the most important parts of your daily life — hairstyle, whether you'd like to jump out of a plane or buy a fresh new suit, and whether you're a vegan hipster or a meat-eating aficionado when it comes to diet — to rightly or wrongly brand you into the demographic of MLS supp... Continue reading Sugar is toxic to mice in 'safe' doses Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 08:05 AM PDT ( University of Utah ) When mice ate a diet of 25 percent extra sugar -- the mouse equivalent of a healthy human diet plus three cans of soda daily -- females died at twice the normal rate and males were a quarter less likely to hold territory and reproduce, according to a toxicity test develope... Continue reading Shakira Flashes Perfect Abs Post-Baby for SELF Cover, "Quite Proud" of Her Rear Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 07:53 AM PDT Shakira's abs don't lie! After maintaining a healthy diet and fitness plan throughout her pregnancy [...] Continue reading Diet choices may help diabetics stave off kidney disease Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 07:33 AM PDT Fruit, protein and moderate alcohol intake tied to lower risk of chronic disease in study Continue reading Mediterranean Diet Counteracts a Genetic Risk of Stroke, Study Reports Tue, 13 Aug, 2013 07:29 AM PDT A gene variant strongly associated with development of type 2 diabetes appears to interact with a Mediterranean diet pattern to prevent stroke, report researchers from Tufts University and from Spain. The results are a significant advance for nutrigenomics, the study of the linkages between nutrition a... Continue reading

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