Salty diets tied to kidney stones, osteoporosis
July 25th, 2012 - 12:44 pm ICT by IANS
Toronto, July 25 (IANS) People eating high salt diets tend to develop kidney stones and osteoporosis, a bone disease that leads to increased risk of fracture, says a study.Principal investigator ... Read more...
Posted in Health |
Diane Kruger thinks she’s skinny
July 3rd, 2012 - 3:06 pm ICT by IANS
London, July 3 (IANS) Actress Diane Kruger doesn't have to follow a strict diet or fitness regime because she forgets to eat, which helps her in maintaining her shape."I do ... Read more...
Posted in Entertainment |
Kim Kardashian works hard to maintain figure
July 27th, 2011 - 6:48 am ICT by IANS
London, July 27 (IANS) Socialite Kim Kardashian admits it's hard work to maintain her stunning figure and keep a strict watch on what she eats.The 30-year-old says her love for ... Read more...
Posted in Entertainment |
Kids risk ill health, shorter life with too much salt
July 2nd, 2011 - 8:02 pm ICT by IANS
London, July 2 (IANS) Health experts in Britain have warned that the processed foods and sauces at the heart of the nation's diet are actually fuelling a dangerous daily overdose ... Read more...
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Omega-3 fatty acids good for heart, bad for prostate
April 26th, 2011 - 1:37 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Apr 26 (ANI): Researchers are suggesting that high levels of Omega-3s, while good for the heart, may present a higher risk for developing prostate cancer.Analyzing data from a nationwide study involving ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
UK restaurants, company canteens to put calorie counts on their menus
February 19th, 2011 - 2:49 pm ICT by ANI
London, Feb 19 (ANI): In a bid to fight the obesity epidemic, restaurants, fast food outlets and company canteens in the UK will be pressured to put calorie counts on their menus.The ... Read more...
Posted in World |
Mediterranean diet keeps the brain fit
December 31st, 2010 - 4:35 pm ICT by ANI
London, Dec 31 (ANI): A new study has revealed that a Mediterranean diet could be the secret to keeping your brain in good working order in old age.A diet rich in fruit, ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Low salt intake in teens’ diets ‘cuts heart disease, stroke risk in adulthood’
November 15th, 2010 - 12:38 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Nov 15 (ANI): A research has indicated that eating smaller amounts of salt each day as a teenager could reduce high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke in adulthood.Conducting a sophisticated ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Madge ‘takes personal chef to restaurant’
September 23rd, 2010 - 5:53 pm ICT by ANI
New York, Sept 23 (ANI): It seems Queen of Pop Madonna takes no chances when it comes to eating out.The Material Girl hitmaker -- who was famously quoted saying, "I don't ... Read more...
Posted in Entertainment |
Tears may hold key to fighting anthrax
August 29th, 2010 - 4:31 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, August 29 (ANI): Scientists have suggested that an antibacterial enzyme found in human tears and other body fluids could be applied to certain foods for protection against intentional contamination with anthrax."Data ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
India’s cocoa export to international market increasing
August 20th, 2010 - 9:47 pm ICT by ANI
By S. JaykumarDharampuri (Tamil Nadu), Aug 20 (ANI): India's exports of cocoa to the international market have reached 60 to 70 percent of the total output.More than 2,500 hectares of land ... Read more...
Posted in National |
Delaying fat digestion could be key to curbing appetite
August 20th, 2010 - 1:27 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Aug 20 (ANI): Scientists at Institute of Food Research have discovered an unexpected synergy that helps break down fat-delaying digestion of fatty acids to curb appetite.The discovery provides a focus to ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Madonna takes private chef on flights
July 29th, 2010 - 12:08 am ICT by IANS
London, July 28 (IANS) Pop diva Madonna is so obsessed with her special diet that she hires a private chef to cook her macrobiotic meals whenever she flies.
The singer is so ... Read more...
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Norwegian Orkla eyes more acquisitions in India
June 22nd, 2010 - 9:33 pm ICT by IANS
Bangalore, June 22 (IANS) Norwegian branded consumer goods major Orkla ASA is looking for strategic acquisitions in India to expand its presence and tap opportunities emerging in the processed food products segment, ... Read more...
Posted in Business |
High fructose levels make maturing fat cells fatter, less insulin-sensitive
June 22nd, 2010 - 3:18 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, June 22 (ANI): Fructose- the sugar widely used as high-fructose corn syrup in soft drinks and processed foods-when present in high levels throughout childhood could make maturing human fat cells fatter ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Acidic sugar-free treats harmful for kids’ dental health
June 22nd, 2010 - 1:02 pm ICT by ANI
Sydney, June 22 (ANI): A consumer group has warned that while sugar-free treats may seem healthy, their acidic nature can damage children's teeth severely."People look at products that have 'sugar-free' on the ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Risk of Heart Disease & Diabetes Elevated By Processed Meats?
May 19th, 2010 - 12:53 am ICT by Angela Kaye Mason
May 18 (THAINDIAN NEWS) U.S researchers have discovered some not so surprising news- eating hot dogs, bacon, and sausage is bad for you. Although this has been common knowledge for quite a ... Read more...
Posted in Health |
Foodie Gwyneth Paltrow’s restaurant dream
May 1st, 2010 - 5:35 pm ICT by ANI
London, May 01 (ANI): Oscar Winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow has revealed her desire to open a restaurant.Paltrow reckons she'd like to own her own bistro because she loves food, reports The ... Read more...
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Explore opportunities in Latin America: Scindia
April 29th, 2010 - 8:06 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) Indian companies should vigorously explore Latin America, especially the MERCOSUR countries, set up joint ventures and even consider mergers and acquisitions as these South American nations are ... Read more...
Posted in Business |
Jamie Oliver: Food Revolution Nightmare
April 24th, 2010 - 3:06 pm ICT by admin
By Anita Thomas
Jamie Oliver renowned chef and author has been in Huntington West Virginia for three months desperately trying to change the way school system serves lunches. Processed and fatty foods ... Read more...
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Processed foods, beverages bad for heart
April 21st, 2010 - 5:17 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, April 21 (IANS) Added sugars in processed foods and beverages may increase risk for heart disease factors, says a new study.
The study analysed US government nutritional data and blood lipid levels ... Read more...
Posted in Health |
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (HVP) Recall By FDA Stuns People
March 16th, 2010 - 7:50 pm ICT by GD
By Ranjan Bhaduri
Nevada, Mar 16, (THAINDIAN NEWS) Recently the FDA put a large number of processed foods under recall owing to the presence of hydrolyzed vegetable protein in them that according to ... Read more...
Posted in Health |
Reduction of salt in processed foods could save lives, money
March 2nd, 2010 - 5:57 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Mar 2 (ANI): A new study has found that reducing salt in processed foods could prevent strokes and heart attacks and also save billions of dollars in medical costs.According to researchers ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Impact of recession on Indian industries is over: Anand Sharma
February 20th, 2010 - 12:51 pm ICT by ANI
Chennai, Feb 20 (ANI): Union Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma has said the impact of recession on the country's trade and industry is over as the industrial growth has been the ... Read more...
Posted in National |
How to give your kitchen and diet a heart-healthy makeover
February 4th, 2010 - 5:52 pm ICT by ANI
Washington Feb 4 (ANI): An American cardiologist says that processed foods found in kitchens can not only be harmful for the heart and the waistline but even taste buds.And since February is ... Read more...
Posted in Life Style |
Obesity in 20s can cause heart attack in 40s
February 1st, 2010 - 5:21 pm ICT by IANS
London, Feb 1 (IANS) Obese people who have type 2 diabetes in their 20s are likely to be at higher risk of a heart attack or stroke in their 40s, if they ... Read more...
Posted in Health |
Cadbury rejects Kraft’s takeover offer
December 14th, 2009 - 3:03 pm ICT by IANS
London, Dec 14 (IANS) Britain-based global confectionery and processed foods major Cadbury Monday rejected the $16.7-billion hostile takeover bid by Kraft of the US, saying it "substantially" undervalues the company.
"Cadbury is an ... Read more...
Posted in Business |
Diet, exercise, weight loss key to lowering blood-cholesterol
November 30th, 2009 - 10:40 am ICT by IANS
Cologne (Germany), Nov 30 (DPA) A healthy diet with lots of seasonal vegetables, fruit and high-fibre foods such as whole grain can often bring high blood-cholesterol levels back to normal, noted ... Read more...
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Canadians finding it hard to kick ‘too much salt’ habit: Study
November 18th, 2009 - 1:57 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, November 18 (ANI): Canadians are aware of the potential health risks of too much sodium but half of them still continue to shake it on, a new study has revealed.Experts at ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Don’t sell us GM food, over 24,000 people tell firms
September 19th, 2009 - 4:42 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) Over 24,000 people have asked big manufacturers of processed foods in India, including Nestle, Britannia and Hindustan Unilever, not to use genetically modified (GM) foods after Greenpeace ... Read more...
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Oregano, garlic essential oils can be effective barriers against E. coli
September 6th, 2009 - 11:09 am ICT by ANI
Washington, Sept 6 (ANI): Essential oils from common spices like oregano, allspice and garlic can act as a natural barrier against bacteria like E-Coli, Salmonella and Listeria, according to a new US ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Heat turns high-fructose corn syrup into honey bee killer
August 27th, 2009 - 5:42 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Aug 27 (IANS) Heat fosters the formation of a potentially dangerous toxic substance in high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) killing honey bees who had the syrup, says a new study. This may ... Read more...
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Eating lots of fructose impairs memory
August 1st, 2009 - 2:53 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Aug 1 (IANS) Diets high in fructose, a type of sugar found in most processed foods and beverages, impairs memory, according to a new study.
Amy Ross, graduate student in the lab ... Read more...
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Eating high levels of fructose may impair memory
July 17th, 2009 - 1:52 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, July 17 (ANI): Diets high in fructose - a type of sugar found in most processed foods and beverages - could impair spatial memory, says a study on adult rats.To reach ... Read more...
Posted in Health Science |
Processed foods linked to Alzheimer’s, diabetes
July 6th, 2009 - 3:05 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, July 6 (IANS) Researchers have discovered a substantial link between processed and preserved food as well as fertilizers with increased deaths from Alzheimer's, diabetes and Parkinson's diseases.
Increased levels of nitrates ... Read more...
Posted in Sci-Tech |