Wednesday, December 26, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN)
Researchers at Tel Aviv University are the first to identify a link between bad breath and being overweight. Alcohol intake was also a problem. While it is well known that poor dental hygiene is a typical factor in bad breath, it can now be understood that poor metabolism and/or poor digestive health may be large factors in this issue.
Monday, December 17, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN)
In a study with 27 type II diabetic women it was found that three grams of fish oil per day (containing 1.8 grams of omega 3 fatty acids like DHA) given for two months reduced total fat mass as well as reduced the size of fat cells. Inflammatory genes operating within fat were also reduced, an important result indicating that leptin status was improved (though not directly measured). This study shows how fish oil can improve unhealthy body composition even in individuals with significantly disturbed metabolism.
Friday, December 14, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN)
Fancy experiments with high tech equipment are now becoming the norm. Such research is beginning to unravel the complex mystery of genes and related proteins involved in metabolism. Acetyl-L-Carnitine has long been known to help metabolize fat. Lipoic Acid has long been known to help metabolize carbohydrate. A new study with fat cells show that the two used together, better than either alone, work synergistically to increase the metabolic rate of fat cells.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN)
It has been known for a while that dental bacterial infections and gum disease are linked to an increase in heart disease. Researchers have now shown that obesity suppresses the anti-bacterial defense system leading to bacterial infections in the mouth. This is the first study of this type to show this correlation.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN)
An interesting new study in older Americans shows very clearly that those who are the most fit live the longest. Fit fatter people live longer than thin unfit people. Of course, those who are overweight have a tendency to become unfit – a bad combination. It is now also clear that those overweight early in life are more likely to get a variety of diseases. However, these new findings are quite encouraging to those who are consistently exercising in an effort to improve their health, yet may still be struggling with their weight.
Tuesday, December 04, 2007 - (Byron J. Richards, CCN)
Proper health preparation prior to and during pregnancy has a profound affect on the future health of the child. The “fetal programming” that takes place is especially involved with energy regulation, formation of metabolic “hardware,” and the likelihood of obesity during childhood or even adulthood.
