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Phytochemicals
New findings from R.H. Lerman and co-researchers in the area of phytochemicals described
January 20th, 2009
"As the worldwide dietary pattern becomes more westernized, the metabolic syndrome is reaching epidemic proportions. Lifestyle modifications including diet and exercise are recommended as first-line intervention for treating metabolic syndrome," scientists writing in the journal Nutrition & Metabolism report. "Previously, we reported that a modified Mediterranean-style, low glycemic load diet with soy protein and phytosterols had a more favorable impact than the American Heart Association Step 1 diet on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors. Subsequently, we screened for phytochemicals with a history of safe use that were capable of increasing insulin...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2009-01-20)
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