Medical News Today: Are chia seeds effective for losing weight?
Initial research suggests that chia seeds may have a slight effect on weight loss. Find out more about this research and how to include chia seeds in the diet. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - August 21, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: Chia - it's not just a pet
You've probably seen the commercial at some point. Chia Pets are fun figurines that grow chia sprouts that resemble an animal's fur or human hair. But chia also is something you can eat, and it has some serious health benefits. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/ujd-a_8uTQk Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:00) is in the downloads at [...] (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - April 2, 2019 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Patterns of early conversational recovery for people with traumatic brain injury and their communication partners - Chia AA, Power E, Kenny B, Elbourn E, McDonald S, Tate R, MacWhinney B, Turkstra L, Holland A, Togher L.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: To investigate whether the degree of participation by people with severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and the degree of support by their communication partners (CPs) changes in conversation during subacute recovery. METHODS AND ... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - February 28, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: TBI Source Type: news
Pharmica Consulting to Attend 10th Annual SCOPE Summit in Orlando,...
Pharmica Consulting announced it will attend CHI’s 10th Annual SCOPE Summit on February 18 - 21, 2019 in Orlando, FL.(PRWeb January 31, 2019)Read the full story at https://www.prweb.com/releases/pharmica_consulting_to_attend_10th_annual_scope_summit_in_orlando_florida/prweb16070933.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - January 31, 2019 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
A superfood station, the future of fitness and more in L.A. wellness news
Superfood delivery company Daily Harvest — which delivers coconut chia puddings, mushroom and miso soups and more to your front door — is going the pop-up route.The upcoming Refueling Station by Daily Harvest is being designed as “a place to go when you need to take care off yourself the way you... (Source: L.A. Times - Health)
Source: L.A. Times - Health - January 12, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Kavita Daswani Source Type: news
Are Jewish Hospital's assets really worth $19.9M?
The opaque divestiture talks for KentuckyOne Health Inc.'s Louisville assets might have shifted focus as the health system's finances continue in the red.
A new financial report values the assets of Jewish Hospital and St. Mary’s Healthcare (JHSMH), the corporation that owns Jewish Hospital, at $19.9 million and its liabilities at $77.3 million as of Sept. 30.
The fiscal first-quarter report is from KentuckyOne's parent organization, Catholic He alth Initiatives, an Englewood, Colo.-based nonprofit.
CHI… (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines - December 3, 2018 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Chris Larson Source Type: news
Are Smoothies Healthy? Here ’s What the Experts Say
Smoothies have a health glow about them. They’re often an integral part of cleanses, and they’re ubiquitous at health food stores and health-centric restaurants. And the smoothie trend is still going strong. Workout studios serve them up post-class, dietitians preach their powers and fit celebrities tout their nutritional prowess.
But are smoothies healthy? Here’s what you should know about the drink, whether you’re picking one up or making your own.
How to make healthy smoothies
You can put nearly anything into a smoothie. But most consist of liquid (like water, non-dairy milk or kefir), fruits, ve...
Source: TIME: Health - November 14, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Cassie Shortsleeve Tags: Uncategorized Diet/Nutrition Source Type: news
Are Sunflower Seeds Healthy? Here ’s What Experts Say
Certain seeds, like chia and flax, tend to hog the nutritional spotlight. But the less-trendy sunflower seed has plenty of qualities worth highlighting. Here are the health benefits of sunflowers seeds, according to dietitians.
Are sunflower seeds healthy?
Sunflower seeds are rich in nutrients. One serving of shelled sunflower seeds is usually an ounce, which is about 1/4 cup or 4 tablespoons (one to two thumb-sized portions.) They’re particularly high in healthy fat: A serving delivers 14 grams of fat with a mix of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. “The mono- and polyunsaturated fats in sunflower seed...
Source: TIME: Health - October 17, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Cassie Shortsleeve Tags: Uncategorized Diet/Nutrition Source Type: news
Largest Hospitals in Massachusetts
Information for this list was obtained from hospital representatives, or in the case of some hospitals that did not respond to survey requests, the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) fiscal year 2017 hospital cost report. In most cases, average number of beds, occupancy rate and length of stay refers to 2017. FTE number is as of 9/1/18 - except in the cases of those hospitals for which CHIA data is provided - representing FY 2017. (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines - October 11, 2018 Category: Biotechnology Source Type: news
Largest Hospitals in Massachusetts
Information for this list was obtained from hospital representatives, or in the case of some hospitals that did not respond to survey requests, the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) fiscal year 2017 hospital cost report. In most cases, average number of beds, occupancy rate and length of stay refers to 2017. FTE number is as of 9/1/18 - except in the cases of those hospitals for which CHIA data is provided - representing FY 2017. (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care News Headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care News Headlines - October 11, 2018 Category: Health Management Source Type: news
Coconut Oil Is ‘ Pure Poison, ’ Harvard Professor Claims
GERMANY (CBS Local) – Months after a report from the American Heart Association (AHA) warned against consuming coconut oil, a Harvard professor is blasting the popular product as “pure poison.”
Karin Michels, a professor at the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, made the controversial remarks during a lecture that was posted on YouTube and has been viewed nearly one million times. Michels, who is also a director at the University of Freiburg, was giving a presentation entitled “Coconut Oil and Other Nutritional Errors” in German when she made the case that the dietary and cosmetic in...
Source: WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire - August 21, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Health – CBS Boston Tags: Health Offbeat Coconut Oil Harvard Local TV saturated fat talkers Source Type: news
Desire for Sterilization Reversal Among U.S. Females: Increasing Inequalities by Educational Level
CONCLUSIONFuture research should consider how insurance coverage of all methods under the Affordable Care Act may affect use of sterilization and desire for reversal. (Source: The Guttmacher Institute)
Source: The Guttmacher Institute - August 15, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Guttmacher Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What are the most healthful high-fat foods?
Fats are an essential component of nutrition, alongside carbohydrates and protein. The key is choosing the healthful, unsaturated fats. There are many healthful high-fat foods to choose from, including avocado, chia seeds, dark chocolate, eggs, and fatty fish. Learn more about the best healthful high-fat foods here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - June 28, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Use of Health Insurance Among Clients Seeking Contraceptive Services at Title X –Funded Facilities in 2016
CONCLUSIONCoverage gaps persist among individuals seeking contraceptive care within the Title X network, despite evidence indicating increases in health insurance coverage among this population since implementation of the ACA. Future research should explore the impact of altering or eliminating the ACA both on the Title X provider network and on the individuals who rely on it. (Source: The Guttmacher Institute)
Source: The Guttmacher Institute - June 14, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Guttmacher Source Type: news
