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How Nutrition Education for Doctors Is Evolving
Dr. Jaclyn Albin still recalls learning about nutritional biochemistry while she was a student at The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. But by the time she graduated in 2009, nutrition’s relevance to disease states and patient care hadn’t been addressed.
“Historically, nutrition education has been mostly rooted in biochemistry, pathology, and physiology with nutrient-focused content,” says Albin, who’s now an internist and pediatrician in Texas. “For example, we would learn about vitamin C and how it impacts various pathways in the body, as well as wh...
Source: TIME: Health - May 24, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Elizabeth Millard Tags: Uncategorized Health Care healthscienceclimate Source Type: news
5 Ways to Defend Science in 2018
There’s been incredible progress in science in recent years, from driverless cars to genetic editing, but the scientific community has also faced significant obstacles recently. From the withdrawal of federal funding for epidemic response and research to the decision by the United States to leave the Paris Agreement on climate change, scientists are faced with the question of how to stand up for their field and counter the naysayers. At the Fortune Brainstorm Health conference on Monday in Laguna Niguel, Calif., top leaders in the field offered solutions for how to defend science and increase its appeal to everyday p...
Source: TIME: Health - March 20, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Alexandra Sifferlin Tags: Uncategorized brainstorm health defend science Fortune Brainstorm Health healthytime Lloyd Minor Margaret Hamburg science communication science education Susan Desmond-Hellmann Source Type: news
Lower education levels linked to unhealthy diets
People with lower levels of education may eat larger amounts of unhealthy, calorically dense food than those with a higher education level, possibly because they are more physically active, according to new research published November 6th in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, by Jonas Finger and colleagues at the Robert Koch Institute in Berlin, Germany. Studies consistently show that unhealthy diets are seen more often in people of lower socioeconomic status, a term based on factors such as education level, income level, and occupation...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 7, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Clinicians Hungry for Education on Diet for Pain Management Clinicians Hungry for Education on Diet for Pain Management
Clinicians taking the course report that it boosts their comfort level and confidence in discussing nutrition with their pain patients.Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - November 13, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery News Source Type: news
Medical education not covering basics of nutrition
(Reuters Health) - Although diet plays an outsize role in health and wellness and can be crucial to managing many common chronic conditions, medical schools tend not to devote much time to teaching future doctors about nutrition, a recent research review suggests.
Source: Reuters: Health - October 9, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: healthNews Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What were the most intriguing medical studies of 2018?
As 2018 slowly but surely draws to a close, we give you an overview of some of the most read and thought-provoking medical research of this year.
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - December 21, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Medical News Today: Iron poisoning: What you need to know
Iron poisoning is a medical emergency and can be especially dangerous in children. What causes it, what are the symptoms, and how is it treated?
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - August 12, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Medical News Today: Empty calories: What you need to know
Nutritionists and medical experts recommend avoiding or limiting the amount of 'empty calorie' foods in a diet, but what are empty calories?
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - August 27, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What causes salt cravings?
Salt cravings are usually the result of simple factors, such as boredom or stress. Sometimes, salt cravings can be tied to a medical condition. Learn more.
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 30, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Medical News Today: Popular morning sickness drug 'ineffective,' study reveals
When diet and non-medical treatments fail, a drug to treat morning sickness may be the answer. But new research calls its effectiveness into question.
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - January 18, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Pregnancy / Obstetrics Source Type: news
Medical News Today: Is it bad to eat ice?
Some people like to chew on ice cubes, but it can cause some complications, including dental problems. Compulsive ice eating is a psychological issue, but it is also a sign of some medical conditions, such as iron deficiency anemia. A doctor can determine the reason for ice cravings and provide appropriate treatment.
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - May 31, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Medical News Today: Everything you need to know about dextrose
Dextrose is a type of sugar that comes from corn. It has a wide variety of uses, including as a sweetener in many foods and as a medical treatment for low blood sugar and dehydration. In this article, learn about the uses of dextrose in food and medicine. We also cover the possible side effects.
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - June 24, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Medical News Today: Chinese restaurant syndrome: What you need to know
Chinese restaurant syndrome refers to a variety of symptoms that can develop after eating at a Chinese restaurant. The medical community now calls it MSG symptom complex, as some researchers have linked the symptoms to the MSG in certain foods. In this article, learn more about the condition and when to see a doctor.
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - June 28, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What does it mean when your poop is stringy?
Poop changes, depending on what a person eats, and can sometimes look stringy. Both serious and mild conditions that affect the bowels can cause stringy poop. Medical treatment depends on the underlying cause while poop may change naturally once a person changes their diet. Learn more about stringy poop here.
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - July 18, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology Source Type: news
Medical News Today: How much protein is too much?
Eating a high protein diet has many advantages for health. There are times, however, when a person may consume more protein than is healthy, especially if they have certain medical conditions. Consuming too much protein may lead to a variety of symptoms. Learn more about how much protein a person should consume here.
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - August 21, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nutrition / Diet Source Type: news
