Why you must watch what you eat…
According to Loyola nutritionist Amy Luke, Ph.D., “Decreased physical activity may not be the primary driver of the obesity epidemic.” Physical activity has many proven benefits but research suggests that weight control might not be among the main benefits. “People burn more calories when they exercise. But they compensate by eating more”, said Richard Cooper, Ph.D., co-author of a recent study.

“Evidence is beginning to accumulate that dietary intake may be more important than energy expenditure level,” Luke said. “Weight loss is not likely to happen without dietary restraint.”
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Probiotics may be nature’s little fire extinguishers.
A recent study investigated the immunomodulatory effects of probiotics bacteria in healthy adults. It was found that probiotics have an anti-inflammatory potential seen as a decrease in serum CRP levels and as a reduction in bacteria-induced production of proinflammatory cytokines in peripheral blood mononuclear cells.

IPM carries several high potency probiotic formulas. Please call reception for details. 949-600-5100. (more…)

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Activity levels affected by perceived health

Recent study results have shown that people who perceive themselves to be in poor health walk less than people who perceive themselves as fit and healthy.

James Talkowski and colleagues studied 2,269 seniors with an average age of 79.2 years to investigate whether perception of health and balance had any impact on activity levels. Results showed that participants who perceived their overall health and balance to be good walked further each week than participants who thought either their health or balance was good and the other was poor. Participants who perceived both their health and their balance to be poor walked the least. (more…)

Acidic blood could mean lower bone density

According to a January 2009 study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism titled “ Treatment with Potassium Bicarbonate Lowers Calcium Excretion and Bone Resorption in Older Men and Women”, diets that are high in protein and cereal grains produce an excess of acid in the body which may increase calcium excretion and weaken bones, according to a new study. The study found that increasing the alkali content of the diet, with a pill or through a diet rich in fruits and vegetables has the opposite effect and strengthens skeletal health. (more…)

Sticking to a full Mediterranean diet provides substantial protection against major chronic diseases including heart disease, cancer and Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published on the British Medical Journal website.

A ‘score’ based on adherence to the Mediterranean diet could be used as an effective preventive tool for reducing the risk of premature death in the general population, say the authors.
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Vitamin D and Type I Diabetes
Research continues to pile up on the benefits of Vitamin D supplementation. Over 75 per cent of young type-1 diabetics may require vitamin D supplements, after a US study reported ‘surprisingly’ high levels of insufficiency. “We need to make sure all youths in general are getting enough vitamin D in their diets,” said Britta Svoren, MD, lead author of the study. “And, we need to pay particular attention to those with diabetes as they appear to be at an even higher risk of vitamin D deficiency.” (more…)

Does your multi-vitamin contain enough selenium?
An increased intake of selenium may decrease risk factors for metabolic syndrome and inflammation, suggests a new study from Spain. Researchers from the University of Navarra in Pamplona report that selenium status appears to be linked with serum complement factor 3 (C3), which has been reported to be a marker for increased risk of the metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a condition characterized by central obesity, hypertension, and disturbed glucose and insulin metabolism. The syndrome has been linked to increased risks of both type 2 diabetes and CVD.
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