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Eating Disorders Therapy
New data from University of Alberta illuminate research in eating disorders therapy
December 30th, 2006
New investigation results, "Dietary patterns in patients with advanced cancer: implications for anorexia-cachexia therapy," are detailed in a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. "Severe malnutrition and wasting are considered hallmarks of advanced malignant disease, and clinical research into anorexia-cachexia therapy and nutritional support for cancer patients is ongoing. However, information on typical dietary intakes and food choices for this population is notably lacking; proposed therapies for anorexia and wasting are not framed within the context of current intake," investigators in Edmonton, Canada report. "The objective of the study...
Source: Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week (2006-12-30)
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