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Sunday, October, 25, 2009

Diet For Pancreatitis Sufferers

Calorie-restricted diet may help prevent pancreatic cancer

October 03, 2008
Researchers from the University of Texas say that a calorie-restricted diet may do more than ward off weight gain--it may help prevent pancreatic cancer. The study's authors say that obesity is linked to a protein that spurs on the development of pancreatic lesions. In the animal study, mice that were fed a calorie-restricted diet developed fewer, smaller lesions and had less pancreatic inflammation than the groups that had obesity-inducing diets. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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Question about soft, bland diet
By Heather Reese , Health Expert

...the doc wanted me to follow a soft, bland, low fat diet...help. What do I eat besides oatmeal,... Read more »

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The Times on Type 2 Diabetes: Part I
By Gretchen Becker , Health Expert

...cured. "Next week I'll be really, really good at my diet."  You might think it's good to... Read more »

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Is There A Magic Pill for Weight Loss? - Part 2
By Dr. Jeffrey Heit , Health Expert

...people lose weight when part of a broader change in diet and lifestyle. Moreover, they seem to... Read more »

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Gestational Diabetes: Control It For Your Child's Sake
By Craig Stoltz , Health Expert

...controlled their blood sugar during pregnancy with diet, exercise and (if necessary) insulin... Read more »

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Bits and Pieces
By Gretchen Becker , Health Expert

...same molecule that metformin affects.   High-GI diets are linked to fatty liver disease.... Read more »

Health Guide

NFL Great Gene Upshaw Dies from Pancreatic Cancer
...However, it is possible to decrease your risk for cancer by quitting smoking, and eating a healthy diet balanced with fruits, vegetables and fiber. If you or a loved one is fighting pancreatic... Read more »
Pancreatic carcinoma
...Pancreatic cancer; Cancer - pancreas Prevention If you smoke, stop smoking. Eat a diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and exercise regularly. Read more »
Epilepsy: Lifestyle Changes
...the number of attacks per month. Still, well-controlled studies are needed to confirm these benefits.Dietary MeasuresAll patients should maintain a healthy diet, including plenty of whole grains,... Read more »
Diabetes Management: Effects of Persistent Ketosis
...(strips that test for B-hydroxybuterate) 2.      Increase ingestion of sugar free fluids (water, diet soda, etc.) Suggest 8 oz. every hour 3.      Additional insulin administration... Read more »
Peptic Ulcers: Complications
...patient is likely to die of other causes first. Other factors, such as specific genetic strains and diets might also influence a higher risk for stomach cancer. For instance diets high in salt and... Read more »

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(Ivanhoe Newswire) ? Meat and dairy lovers might want to think about cutting back on their favorite foods. According to National Cancer Institute... Read summary »

New Clues to Pancreatitis
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(Ivanhoe Newswire) Scientists are learning more about how the painful abdominal condition known as pancreatitis may get started. The key may be a... Read summary »

Heavy Drinkers, Smokers Risk Developing Painful Condition
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Combo Treatment for Pancreatic Cancer
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New Weapon to Fight Pancreatic Cancer
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(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Researchers may have found a new weapon to wield in the fight against one of the deadliest forms of cancer. A therapy combining... Read summary »