Eat, think and be wary May 6, 2008
"The history of modern nutritionism [the theory that foods are essentially the sum of their nutrient parts] has been a history of macronutrients at war: protein against carbs; carbs against proteins and then fats; fats against carbs," he writes. Pollan says such swings are bound to promote food fads and phobias, and large abrupt swings of the nutritional pendulum. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Groundbreaking Apo E Gene Diet Linked to Alzheimer's Disease and Heart Disease Prevention Nov 6, 2007
The six Apo E genotypes -- Apo E 2/2, 2/3, 3/3, 4/2, 4/3, 4/4 -- responds differently to these big three macronutrients. -- Apo E type 2/2: high risk for heart disease and vascular dementia -- Apo E type 2/3: high risk for heart disease and vascular dementia -- Apo E type 3/3 (the most common genotype): high risk for metabolic disease and 20% chance of Alzheimer's -- Apo E type 4/2: greater risk for high cholesterol and 50% chance of Alzheimer's -- Apo E type 4/3: increased risk for high... (PR Newswire)
Weight Loss: Myth Vs. Reality Jun 5, 2007
Fat is a macronutrient, and is a required part of a healthy diet ... While most salads in their natural form have very few calories, many are also a bit light on macronutrients (i ... Since your body needs a balance of macronutrients, a plain old salad loaded up with dressing, bacon bits and croutons probably won't meed these needs. (CBS New York, NY)
Americans still not eating enough fruits and vegetables, according to two recent studies Mar 19, 2007
These results suggest a population-wide shift in intake of energy and macronutrients over the 3-decade span of the four surveys and may reflect changes in diet that were adopted by all raceCgender groups. Dr. Ashima Kant, PhD, Queens College of the City University of New York, concludes, "Dietary intake trends in blacks and whites over the past several decades appear to be similarsuggesting that previously identified dietary risk factors that differentially affect black Americans have not... (EurekAlert!)
Lean Body Nutrition Mar 18, 2007
Another component of sound nutrition is macronutrients, which include carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Macronutrients are consumed in larger amounts. (Suite101.com)
Atkins Top Diet, But Do Weight-Loss Plans Work? Mar 8, 2007
" Since heart concerns have remained at the center of the debate over low-carb diets since their inception, the study may do little to silence critics with these concerns. A Call for Common Sense In recent years, the Atkins diet has also found itself surrounded by a lean, mean pack of other diet regimens, most with their own best-selling books. Michael Roizen and Mehmet Oz's "You: On a Diet," one of the more recent wunderkinds of the growing diet genre, is now enjoying its 17th week on The New... (KTRE)
Hidden Chemicals Make Veggies Good For You Jan 31, 2007
"The foods provide a health benefit beyond, or in addition to, basic nutrition. What we've found was that they are so minute -- such a small element -- that now that we have technology that can examine and dissect all of our foods, we've found that in addition to the macronutrients, these are actually what we call the 'new nutrients,'" she said. Phyto For Your Face. (Click2Houston, TX)
Heart attack link draws call for ban on trans fats Nov 26, 2006
The AMA's president, Mukesh Haikerwal, said trans fats appeared to increase the risk of coronary heart disease "more than any other macronutrient". He said they may increase the risk of sudden death from a heart attack, and were associated with diabetes. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Lawsuit Bonanza Nov 10, 2006
Willett s primary claim about trans fats is that they appear to increase the risk of coronary heart disease more than any other macronutrient. Willett cites three large studies as the strongest epidemiologic real-world evidence for this assertion. (Fox News -- Views)
Scientists Get Best Look Ever At Water-life Connection Sep 22, 2006
No one has ever seen exactly how water molecules interact with proteins even though water is the essential element for life. that is, not until now. (Science Daily)
Protein Study Uncovers Role of PYY and, Gasp! - Bias! Sep 9, 2006
We investigated the role of gut hormones, key regulators of ingestive behavior, in mediating the satiating effects of different macronutrients. In normal-weight and obese human subjects, high-protein intake induced the greatest release of the anorectic hormone peptide YY (PYY) and the most pronounced satiety. (The Common Voice)
Let's Blame Evolution for our Obesity Epidemic Sep 7, 2006
Fortunately it's not too late - if we're to reverse obesity, optimize our health and survival, we must - absolutely must - abandon this thinking that a "healthful diet" is based on these insane, man-made macronutrient ratios and get back to the important and critical aspects of dietary requirements at the micronutrient level. Only when we finally go back to the drawing board and take a long hard look at meeting essential nutrient requirements and reverse the chronic state of nutrient deficiency... (The Common Voice)
A Serving Of Exercise After That Saturated Fat Sep 3, 2006
(June 17, 2002) -- In a series of studies designed to define the role of dietary macronutrients in the initiation of arterial inflammation that predisposes a person to atherosclerosis, University at Buffalo researchers. . (Science Daily)
Hungry Girl: Fat Burning Foods Aug 25, 2006
Protein also has the highest thermic effect of all the macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat). So, you digesting protein than you do digesting carbs or fats. (Click2Houston, TX)
TIPPING THE SCALE Aug 20, 2006
This diet trains people to balance the amount of all three macronutrients (fat, protein and carbohydrates) to ensure healthy eating. . (Buffalo News -- Arts)
Nuts dance with heart-healthy value Aug 16, 2006
As science evolves, we are discovering that there is more to nutrition than the familiar macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates and fats. Equally important are the phytonutrients -- compounds that act as antioxidants and help fight maladies such as heart disease and diabetes. (Washington Times)
Test Your Vitamin IQ Aug 2, 2006
a. Macronutrients found in sea salt. b. Required in minute amounts to catalyze biochemical reactions. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Senior eating - questions, answers Jul 31, 2006
They are considered a macronutrient like carbs, fats and fiber. complete proteins are all meats, fish, mild and other dairy products like cheeses and eggs. (Carthage Press, MO)
Eating too much fat? That's rich Jul 8, 2006
Based on acceptable macronutrient distribution range established by Institute of Medicine: 25% to 35% of calories at ages 4 to 18 and 20% to 35% of calories at age 19 or older. 2004 survey excludes pregnant women and people living in the territories. (Globe and Mail)
Researchers Create New Organic Gel Nanomaterials Jun 30, 2006
Posted: June 29, 2006. Researchers have created organic gel nanomaterials that could be used to encapsulate pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic products and to build 3-D biological scaffolds for tissue engineering. (Science Daily)
Diet Decoder Jun 25, 2006
com nutritional plan bases the macronutrient component of its menus on the American Heart Association, which is a credible source, says Mah. Participants will get an appropriate percentage of carbohydrates, fats and protein in their diet each day. (Toronto Star -- Life)
A New Focus For The Mechanism Of Nerve Growth Mar 21, 2006
Protein is an important macronutrient to the human diet, supplying the body's. . (Science Daily)
