http://www.healthynerd.com Information Empowerment for a Healthier You Fri, 14 Nov 2008 08:48:47 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en BUFFALO, N.Y. -- For a rich source of stem cells to be engineered into new blood vessels or skin tissue, clinicians may one day look no further than the hair on their patients' heads, according to new research published earlier this month by University at Buffalo engineers. "Engineering blood vessels for ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2008/03/30/stem-cells-from-hair-follicles-may-help-grow-new-blood-vessels/ Analysis identifies potential new therapeutic targets An international team that included scientists from the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), today reported it has identified six more genetic variants involved in type 2 diabetes, boosting to 16 the total number of genetic risk ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2008/03/30/major-collaboration-uncovers-surprising-new-genetic-clues-to-diabetes/ Selenium, an antioxidant included in multivitamin tablets thought to have a possible protective effect against the development of type 2 diabetes, may actually increase the risk of developing the disease, an analysis by researchers at the University at Buffalo has shown. Results of a randomized clinical trial using 200 micrograms of ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2007/07/14/selenium-supplements-may-increase-the-risk-of-type-2-diabetes/ New research by Yale medical student identifies different factors for optimal short- versus long-term recovery. The factors associated with poor short-term recovery from knee surgery appear to be different than those found to mar long-term outcome from the same surgery, according to new research released today at the 2007 Annual Meeting ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2007/07/14/women-arthritis-sufferers-have-poorer-short-term-recovery-from-arthroscopic-knee-surgery/ Don't look at me. Some visual expert named Meme Roth has expressed her dismay at Jordin Sparks for not being a good role model because "apparently", she's not fat, but obese. Now this is some good TV, everything is going crazy at FOX News! I'm pretty careful with the articles I ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2007/06/16/jordin-sparks-is-fat/ Sheik Md Jalal Uddin asks: I am suffering from diabetes [sic]. Is rice ok for diabetes? How do I measure it? Thank you for asking, Sheik. You have at least three options to choose from. In my opinion, using the Glycemic Index (GI) is a simple tool to determine the type of rice ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2007/06/16/three-rice-options-for-diabetics/ The United States FDA is at it again. They have been notorious for decades for their biased attacks and uneven handling of natural, non-drug/surgery/radiation based health options. This times, though, they are http://www.healthynerd.com/2007/05/11/fda-tries-to-regulate-health-supplements-yet-again/ Perhaps everybody will agree if I say everybody wants to stay young and beautiful. Well, pretty good guess I may say but that's the truth. Everybody just hate aging and even seeing signs of it. We resort to medications, treatment options and even cosmetics in order to combat and halt ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/11/02/red-wine-compound-may-promote-youthfullness/ Reading on the news today, it shows that New York City could be the first State to radically ban the use of transfats in cooking and other food preparation activities. It was shown that the consumption of trans fat may contribute to clogging of the arteries which results to various ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/30/new-york-city-on-transfats/ Stretching techniques, Yoga and other relevant exercises are part of some people’s effective regime to grow taller. But much of what is known in Yoga are not well understood by common people unless one has to religiously engage themselves in this exciting exercise program and build an internal discipline that ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/28/how-to-grow-taller-using-yoga-and-stretching-techniques-2/ Perhaps sleeping at night may not be applicable for everyone due to varying work schedules, better yet, we would like to focus on the benefits of sleeping as a whole. America may be one of the countries where sleeping is valued. The demands of everyday work and social commitments have ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/27/the-benefits-of-getting-a-good-night-sleep/ For most people, multivitamins are thought to only benefit children and those who frequently get sick. But the truth of the matter is, everyone needs multivitamins: no exceptions! Contrary to what others say, a well-balanced diet would not provide all the needed vitamins and minerals needed for a day. The American ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/26/multivitamins-key-to-good-health/ There has been a lot of questions that were raised after an initial intriguing observation was released regarding the effect of breast cancer among Black women in the United States. It was revealed that black Americans are frequently more prone to complications. Moreover, tumors having drug resistance features were also ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/24/low-survival-rate-for-cancer-among-black-americans/  Cancer is just one of the horrors of today’s health. According to the latest records of the American Cancer Society, it shows that 27% of the cause of death in the United States is brought about by one type of cancer and people may develop any of its types during ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/23/avoiding-cancer-risk-behaviors/ [ad#in-post-top-banner] There's no secret to a long and youthful life but a right, balanced, and disciplined diet. While dieting is the language of people who seeks for a lean body mass, it must be emphasized that proper dieting coupled with the right amount and kinds of food to take are important ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/22/healthy-diet-secrets-to-a-healthy-heart-and-healthy-body/ I am a bit surprised by the news today regarding whitebread having a close association with cancer incidence among people who consumes them. The research is based on a study published in the International Journal of Cancer. The research also aims to promote the consumption of whole grains and vegetables in ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/21/increasing-cancer-risk-through-whitebread-consumption-2/ Before trying on a new weight loss program or deciding to enroll in another gym class, consider some practical ways that can help rid unwanted pounds. These ways have been carefully studied by health experts and are likely to significantly aid in one’s slimming pursuit. 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This method allowed me to use chopsticks like a tong until I eventually learned to use them without properly. Whenever my son ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/17/japanese-style-eating-how-to-use-chopsticks/ [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iYhCn0jf46U[/youtube] If you're a TV junkie, you might have ran across the Unilever beauty soap line, Dove advertisements featuring "average-looking" commercial models. I say "average-looking" by media standards, to which the majority dictates, I didn't mean to offend. This line of ads running across the globe is dubbed "Campaign for Real ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/10/16/beauty-version-20/ I am a big fan of Japanese food, something that rubbed off to my son as well. In fact, we just had shrimp tempura, gohan (steamed rice), kani (crabsticks), tuna sashimi, tamago (egg) and kani salad for lunch. 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I could have chosen a healthier option like going for the hot-oatmeal-with-milk route but variety makes life more enjoyable, :D although there have been researches that grain food (not carbs in general), per se, be it organic or ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/07/12/breakfast-cereals-in-a-glass-with-almonds/ We won't make it too dramatic but we're simply excited about this whole new web endeavor we are trekking. On behalf of the site's full force, I welcome you to healthynerd. Relevant entries will hopefully follow and fill this little space in the web logging community. Some of the aesthetics are ... http://www.healthynerd.com/2006/05/18/hello-world/