Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis -- together known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD -- affect as many as a million Americans. Just what are these conditions? What are their causes? How are they treated? For answers to these questions and more, watch this special Webcast brought to you exclusively by the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America.
Keywords: Inflammatory Bowel Disease, IBD, chronic inflammatory, conditions, gastrointestinal, GI tract, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, IBD diagnosis, IBD symptoms, Chronic diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, bloody stool, anemia, fatigue, decreased appetite, weight loss, fever, nausea, vomiting, blood tests, stool test, imaging tests, colonoscopy, IBD treatment options, Aminosalicylates, 5-ASA, Sulfasalazine, Mesalamine, Balsalazide, Olsalazine, corticosteroids, Prednisone, Budesonide, Immunosuppressive Agents, 6-Mercaptopurine, Azathioprine, Methotrexate, Cyclosporine A, Antibiotics, Metronidazole, Flagyl, Ciprofloxacin, biologic agents, Infliximab, Remicade, Surgery, IBD diet, nutritional deficiencies, Total Parenteral Nutrition, TPN,
Summertime and the eating is easy... With barbecues and baseball games, the summer months bring their characteristic foods: hotdogs, ice cream, fresh fruit and more. What should you know to keep your diet healthy? Join our panel of experts to find out.
Keywords: Healthy eating, snacking, summer, grilling, barbequing, barbeque, salad, burger, hot dog, fish, salmon, tuna, swordfish, nutrition, fruits, vegetables, ice cream
Nearly 60 million Americans are diagnosed with heart disease every year and it's the leading cause of death in both men and women. But there's been a lot of talk lately about how nutritional supplements might help. Which supplements are effective? Join our panel of specialists as they discuss the pros and cons of various supplements that are currently available on the market.
Keywords: Nutritional supplements, heart disease, vitamins, minerals, fish oil, omega-3, arrhythmias, heart attack, triglycerides, cholesterol, arteries, Coumadin, aspirin, flaxseed oil, hemp, Resveratrol, picnogenol, varicose veins, grape juice, red wine, L-carnitine, cardiology, congestive heart failure, coenzyme-Q, green tea, polyphenols, B-vitamins, folic acid, homocysteine levels, viscum alba, dysrhythmia, integrated medicine, drug interactions, tree ear, Dr. Sam Benjamin, Dr. Nate Lebowitz
There are people who know the nutritional value of foods and follow dietary recommendations to a tee. Others are clueless. Which camp are you in?
Keywords: Diet, nutrition, weight loss, nutrition labels, weight gain, healthy diet, healthy foods, fat, carbohydrates, protein, food, nutritionist
There is no question about it: dietary supplements are a booming trend. Hundreds of products are currently on the market, each promising more energy, a leaner body, increased mental alertness or even better sexual performance. But the FDA does not regulate these products and while most supplements are harmless, some can be dangerous if misused. Our panel of experts will discuss what you should know about the risks involved in taking these supposed health boosters.
Keywords: Nutritional supplements, dietary supplements, FDA, nutritionists, dietician, ginseng, pyruvate, creatine, medical journals, kidney disease, ephedra, blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, stroke, weight loss, ephedrine, caffeine, aspirin, thermogenesis, obesity, Ecstasy, vitamin A, beta-keratin, prenatal vitamins, St. John's wort, HIV, hypertension, vitamin E, Coumadin, testosterone, Douglas Kalman, Heidi Skolnik
The right diet may help you put the brakes on the aging process.
Keywords: Eric Braverman, PATH Medical, aging, anti-aging, diet, nutrition, rainbow diet, antioxidants, herbal teas, spices
Knowing what you need and what you don't in a multi-vitamin can help you choose the right one.
Keywords: Risa Schulman, vitamins, multi-vitamins, multi-vitamin, vitamin, daily vitamin, nutrition, diet
To reap the benefits of antioxidants, it helps to know what foods pack the most of them.
Keywords: Bonnie Taub-Dix, Risa Schulman, antioxidants, antioxidant, pomegranates, blueberries, cranberries, spinach, coffee, red wine, fruits, vegetables, diet, nutrition
An extra can of sugary soda a day can add pounds to your weight each year.
Keywords: Marion Nestle, soda, sodas, sugary soda, soft drinks, diet, weight, overweight, non-diet soda, soft drink, nutrition
Knowing when and what to eat can help you get better results when you workout.
Keywords: Lisa Witzer, fitness, exercise, workout, routine, nutrition
Packing a healthy and delicious school lunch for the student in your life made easy.
Keywords: School lunch, lunches, nutrition, smart, elementary, junior high, middle, high, school, Bonnie Taub-Dix
Knowing how to read a nutrition label can help you make the right choices when it comes to food.
Keywords: Risa Schulman, nutrition label, nutrition labels, food, nutrition, nutrients, serving size, daily value
Grilled foods are a popular staple for just about every chef, from backyard barbecuers to gourmet cooks, and grilling can be a great way to prepare low-fat meals. But some studies have shown that chemicals created through the grilling process can be carcinogenic. Is there really a cause to worry? And if so, what can you do to cut down the health risks of this otherwise healthy cooking technique? Join our panel of experts to find out.
Keywords: Grilling, burgers, hot dogs, healthy eating, nutrition, barbeque, vegetables, fish, tuna, swordfish, recipe, low fat cooking, low fat grilling.
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