Time Spent Sitting Related To Risk Of Chronic Diseases

The more you sit, the higher your risk of chronic diseases. Kansas State University researcher Richard Rosenkranz, assistant professor of human nutrition, examined the associations of sitting time and chronic diseases in middle-aged Australian males in a study that is published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity…

Clinical Trials Needed To Test Non-Skeletal Benefits Of Vitamin D

The Endocrine Society’s new scientific statement published online represents the first comprehensive evaluation of both the basic and clinical evidence related to the non-skeletal effects of vitamin D. The statement addresses current research regarding the associations of vitamin D with immune function, hypertension, stroke, skin conditions and maternal/fetal health…

Greater Availability Of Fast Food Restaurants Associated With Higher Calorie Intake

The increased availability of fast food restaurants is associated with a higher intake of calories among African Americans in the Southeast reports a new study released today in the American Journal of Public Health. Researchers examined the associations between fast food restaurant availability with dietary intake and weight among African Americans in the southeastern United States…