Eating more dietary pulses can increase fullness, may help manage weight
(St. Michael's Hospital) Eating about one serving a day of beans, peas, chickpeas or lentils can increase fullness, which may lead to better weight management and weight loss, a new study has found. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - August 5, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news
Eating more beans, peas, chickpeas and lentils can increase fullness and may help manage weight, study finds
(Source: St. Michael's Hospital News and Media)
Source: St. Michael's Hospital News and Media - August 5, 2014 Category: Hospital Management Tags: Hospital News Source Type: news
Lentils: How do I cook with them?
(Source: MayoClinic.com - Ask a Specialist)
Source: MayoClinic.com - Ask a Specialist - June 24, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Red meat consumption linked to breast cancer
ConclusionOverall, this cohort study found that a higher intake of red meat was associated with higher risk of breast cancer among a large group of US female nurses. The studies strengths include the large population size, the study’s prospective nature and the fact there was a relatively long follow-up period (20 years). The researchers note limitations to their study, which should be considered when interpreting the findings. These include the fact that: the participants were predominantly white, educated US females, so caution should be taken when generalising the findings to other races or ethnic groups dietary...
Source: NHS News Feed - June 11, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cancer Food/diet Source Type: news
Top medicine articles for May 2014
A collection of some interesting medical articles published recently:Epinephrine May Be of No Survival Benefit in Cardiac Arrest - NEJM Journal Watch http://buff.ly/1ntp0doAlbiglutide (Tanzeum), glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, approved for diabetes type 2 (weekly injection) http://buff.ly/1mcxxkWMore than 90% of people with Hepatitis C (HCV) can be cured. The cost and pricing of drugs is contentious http://buff.ly/1ipbzKUA vast number of diabetes apps exist, but the majority combine only 1-2 functions in one app http://buff.ly/1eLJWgcEating modest amounts of legumes — peas, chickpeas, beans and lentils ...
Source: Clinical Cases and Images - May 28, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Tags: Health News of the Day Source Type: news
Recipes for Health: Sweet Potato, Quinoa, Spinach and Red Lentil Burger
These burgers have a Mediterranean flavor, with feta and mint in the mix. (Source: NYT)
Source: NYT - May 12, 2014 Category: Nutrition Authors: By MARTHA ROSE SHULMAN Tags: Recipes Medicine and Health Diet and Nutrition Source Type: news
9 Reasons Why Your Body Needs More Legumes
(Healthcastle.com) Legumes are the ugly duckling of health foods- not as glamorous as berries, not as much hype as kale. Find out why you should have them every week and how to deal with the gas so you can enjoy your legumes in peace!
What are Legumes?
The legume family includes beans and peas. Some of the most common include kidney beans, black beans, cannellini beans, chickpeas/garbanzo beans, edamame (soy beans), lentils and peanuts.
read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - April 29, 2014 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news
9 Reasons Why Your Body Needs More Legumes
(Healthcastle.com) Legumes are the ugly duckling of health foods- not as glamorous as berries, not as much hype as kale. Find out why you should have them every week and how to deal with the gas so you can enjoy your legumes in peace!
What are Legumes?The legume family includes beans and peas. Some of the most common include kidney beans, black beans, cannellini beans, chickpeas/garbanzo beans, edamame (soy beans), lentils and peanuts. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)
Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - April 28, 2014 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news
What To Eat Now: beans and pulses
With cholestoral-lowering properites proven yet again, expert nutritionist and author Ian Marber reminds us that beans shouldn't just be the mainstay of the health crank (Source: The Telegraph : Health Advice)
Source: The Telegraph : Health Advice - April 14, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: fibre lentils pulses protein diet cholestoral healthy eating good proteins the food doctor beans Source Type: news
Beans, Beans, They Really Are Good For Your Heart!
Beans, lentils and chickpeas -- collectively known as legumes -- may reduce our risk of heart disease, a new study suggests. Most of us don't eat nearly enough of this Mediterranean-Diet staple. Read here about the many delicious ways you can boost your legume consumption -- and how you can avoid the dreaded side-effects of enjoying this "musical fruit."read more (Source: Psychology Today Food and Diet Center)
Source: Psychology Today Food and Diet Center - April 8, 2014 Category: Nutrition Authors: Conner Middelmann-Whitney Tags: Diet Health Source Type: news
Heart disease risk slashed by handful of beans
ADDING a handful of beans, chickpeas or lentils to your diet every day can cut 'bad' cholesterol and slash the risk of heart disease. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - April 8, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Beans, Lentils, Peas: Your Recipe for Lower Cholesterol?
Title: Beans, Lentils, Peas: Your Recipe for Lower Cholesterol?Category: Health NewsCreated: 4/7/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 4/8/2014 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Cholesterol General)
Source: MedicineNet Cholesterol General - April 8, 2014 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news
Daily serving of beans, peas, chickpeas or lentils can significantly reduce bad cholesterol
(Source: St. Michael's Hospital News and Media)
Source: St. Michael's Hospital News and Media - April 7, 2014 Category: Hospital Management Tags: Hospital News Source Type: news
Diet Rich in Beans, Lentils, Peas Lowers LDL
(MedPage Today) -- People who consumed a serving a day of dietary "pulses" -- beans, chickpeas, lentils, and peas -- significantly reduced their low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, a meta-analysis concluded. (Source: MedPage Today Primary Care)
Source: MedPage Today Primary Care - April 7, 2014 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Daily serving of beans, peas, chickpeas or lentils can significantly reduce bad cholesterol
Eating one serving a day of beans, peas, chickpeas or lentils can significantly reduce 'bad cholesterol' and therefore the risk of cardiovascular disease, a new study has found. North Americans on average currently eat less than half a serving a day. (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines)
Source: ScienceDaily Headlines - April 7, 2014 Category: Science Source Type: news
