Nutrition News

Diet and nutrition are hot topics these days, and new research comes out daily. Scientists are continually discovering new things about the benefits -- and the dangers -- inherent in what we eat and drink. What's the best kind of diet for losing weight? What foods and combinations of foods prevent disease? What is it in our food that contributes to diabetes and the complications of diabetes? What are the compounds that protect us from them? Stay up on the latest in nutrition news and research.

Reviewed by Susan Weiner, RD, MS, CDE, CDN. 05/12.

Interpreting the News on Food and Health Learn how to read and interpret new findings on diet and health.	Final Word on Cinnamon? A recent meta-analysis of five studies has shown that cinnamon does not help moderate blood glucose levels.
Fructose: Friend or Foe? Long thought to be the “safer sugar” for people with diabetes, fructose may not be so safe after all.	Food Addiction Intriguing study findings begin to explain how and why it's so hard to be good.
Eat Broccoli to Lower Heart Risks Broccoli may help protect and even reverse the damaging effects of diabetes on the heart.	Go Nuts (and Beans)! Low-glycemic foods high in fiber seem to help the most with blood sugar control.
Plant Power Scientists have discovered potent bacteria-fighting power in some common herbs and spices.	ADA Backs Low Carb The American Diabetes Association, for the first time, voiced its support of low-carbohydrate diets for weight management in people with diabetes.