Diet & Nutrition News

Diet and nutrition news, featuring the latest findings, events, products and services in nutrition therapy, special dietary needs and weight management. Information from companies and organizations in the nutrition space, includes new app and software announcements, awards, industry leaders and research.

Epicure Digital Vertical MyPlate Dry Erase Menu Boards

Introducing the Epicure Digital Vertical MyPlate Dry Erase Menu Boards and the Epicure Digital MyPlate Magnetic Dry Erase Boards - July 30, 2013 - Epicure Digital

Mobanu Integrated Weight Loss Launches Fitness Tracking Technology in Conjunction with Website

Mobanu Integrated Weight Loss announces the release of their new Body Hardware, to be used in conjunction with the Mobanu website to optimize workout results and maximize fat loss. - July 30, 2013 - Mobanu

Family Loses 225 Pounds, Wins Championship

Family named Body by Vi Champions, win Ultimate Transformation Vacation, $5,000 shopping spree. - July 29, 2013 - Vi Squad

Dietitians Praise New Portion Measuring Tool "PortionMate"

Members of the American Dietetic Association recently reviewed PortionMate, a new portion-measuring tool, calling it “colorful and easy to use” and a “good visual tool.” PortionMate makes the old method of comparing portion sizes to a deck of cards, dice or a softball... - July 28, 2013 - PortionMate

Mobanu Releases On-Line Fat-Loss Calculator for Permanent Weight Control

Mobanu Integrated Weight Loss has released their Online Fat Loss Calculator 2.0. The device is a complete tracking solution assisting users to find their glycemic threshold, calories at rest, calories working, and necessary exercise levels. - July 25, 2013 - Mobanu

Mobanu Reveals Patented Glycemic Threshold Calculator for Optimal Fat Burning Performance

Mobanu, an integrated fitness for life company, as released the patented Glycemic Threshold Calculator to the public. The breakthrough allows users to find their unique Glycemic Threshold, and thus maintain their body at the optimum fat burning range. - July 23, 2013 - Mobanu

Doctor's Best Introduces Quercetin Bromelain 60VC

Supports Cardiovascular Health* Available in 60 Vegetarian Capsule Size - July 20, 2013 - Doctor's Best, Inc.

Shaped is Transforming Bodies One iPhone at a Time

The Developing Mobile App Scans the Body, Pinpoints the Problem Areas and Helps to Whip It Into Shape - July 20, 2013 - Shaped App LLC

KoruCenter Redefines Immersive Fitness with Revolutionary Weight Loss Retreat in Colorado

Opening this month, KoruCenter is launching a weight loss center that solves the age old problem, weight loss being temporary, associated with live-in programs. - July 17, 2013 - KoruCenter

Webinar to Look at Kidney-Friendly Diet and Nutrition Trends

A good nutrition plan is vital for people living with chronic kidney disease. How much caffeine should you really have? What foods are best? The "Kidney Nutrition Essentials and Today's Trends" webinar helps answer these questions and more. - July 14, 2013 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada

Diet-to-Go Announces Their New Partnership with Max Muscle on Polk St, San Francisco

Diet-to-Go announces their new partnership with Max Muscle on Polk St, in San Francisco, to make healthy, convenient meal plans, available for their customers. - July 14, 2013 - Diet-to-Go

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Benefits from Superwomen Boot Camp’s Summer Fitness Challenge

Folsom fitness expert and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp, Val Fujii is proud to announce a $1,200 donation to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation on behalf of all the participants in Superwomen Boot Camp’s Summer Fitness Challenge. The challenge was a voluntary fitness competition,... - July 10, 2013 - Superwomen Boot Camp

Doctor's Best Introduces Best Fully Active B Complex

Optimized for Absorption and Utilization*; Available in 30 Vegetarian Capsule Size - July 03, 2013 - Doctor's Best, Inc.

Food’s Natural Ability to Manage and Prevent Chronic Disease

14th International Conference of FFC - Second International Symposium of ASFFBC: Functional Foods and Bioactive Compounds in the Management of Chronic Inflammation: Science and Practical Application; August 20-22, 2013, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), USA - June 30, 2013 - Functional Food Center

The Chef’s Academy Participates in Rex Hospital Nutrition Competition

Local Culinary Institute Promotes Heart-Healthy Eating Through Cooking Competition at Rex Hospital - June 27, 2013 - The Chef's Academy

Cavemen, Cavewomen and Cavekids Convene in Westchester

June 30th event urges CrossFit community to go “positively primal!” - June 26, 2013 - Your Chef Next Door

Lipoprotein Structure Function Claims Supported in New Omega-3 DHA Review by Source-Omega

Supplements of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) derived from algae directly support liver-function, says a new literature review published by the International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries. The review was published online June 21st 2013. The internationally based authors looked at the... - June 25, 2013 - Source-Omega

Dr. Tim Bilash to Present Lecture on Fructose-Free, Macronutrient-Focused Diet for Optimal Health

Dr. Bilash will discuss how to follow a fructose-free, macronutrient-focused dietary program to ensure optimal health, the benefits of oils versus fats, and the revolutionary FLING Diet® Program—a program that allows good tasting foods that provide high levels of nutrients to increase overall health. - June 23, 2013 - Dr. Bilash

SkinnyTeaUSA™ Announces the 4th of July Us Independence Day 25% Discount Across the Board.

SkinnyTeaUSA™ (skinnytea.us) a United States based company, is celebrating US Independence Day by offering 25% off across the board on orders until July 4th. The skinny tea blends are sold in 4, 3, 2, and 1 week cycles online at http://skinnytea.us. Coupon code: SKINNYJULY4TH will be active... - June 23, 2013 - SkinnyTeaUSA

Seattle Nutritionist Announces Unique Nutrition Programs Assuring Best Weight Loss & Health

Angela Pifer, a leading Seattle nutritionist is offering best possible weight loss and health programs that would help in losing weight effectively and would address various health disorders like digestive troubles, emotional eating etc. - June 23, 2013 - Nutrition Northwest Co

eSlimClub.com Announces Free Membership Giveaway

Coach-oriented online weight loss site eSlimClub has announced today to give away the eSlimClub Program for free for all users. - June 20, 2013 - eSlimClub

Teens and Pre-Teens to Experience Life-Changing Summer at Weight Loss Camp

This summer parents can keep kids physically active and mentally engaged by signing them up for Get Fit Weight Loss Day Camp. Designed to help overweight youths lose and manage their weight, kicks-off July 16 through August 10, 2013 at Vegas Roots Garden, 715 Tonopah Ave, Las Vegas;Tuesday to... - June 19, 2013 - Rosalind Brooks

See This Weeks Fab.com Keens Beans Organic Arabica Coffee Bean Diet Supplement Sale

With many green coffee weight loss products in the market you need to be sure you are using a product made from whole beans, not an extract that may contain chemicals from the growing or production phases of the supplement. - June 19, 2013 - Keens Beans Organic Green Coffee Bean Diet

Book Targets Link Between Sedentary Lifestyle Such as That from Social Media Use, and Obesity

Is their really a connection between social media and fat? - June 18, 2013 - Naheed Ali

Rareform Labs, LLC Releases Tone'd, A Girl’s New Best Friend

Pre-workout supplement for women. - June 13, 2013 - Rareform Labs, LLC

Introducing Weight Tracker, a New App to Track Weight via Email

Weight Tracker is the easiest way to track weight in the world. Customers track their weight by sending an email to weigh-in@weighttracker.co. What could be easier? - June 07, 2013 - Weight Tracker

Social Dating Game, Funfundate is Now Open to Public

Meet Funfundate (FFD): a free social matching game, also known as a “Who’s-Hotter” game. After testing the service with a group of invited users for a month, FFD announced that it opened its doors to anyone who wants to join. - June 07, 2013 - Funfundate

SkinnyTeaUSA™ Issues Apologies to Customers and Puts a Hold on Shipping Until July 1st 2013

Due to the quantity of last minute orders placed for the Memorial Day special, SkinnyTeaUSA™ (skinnytea.us) a US based company, ran out of regular pouches and brochures. Smaller pouches designated for free samples as well as inadequate stickers were used for some orders to honor the promised... - June 06, 2013 - SkinnyTeaUSA

Raw Food Cave Man Diet Back on Menu Thanks to Technology at Biome Eco Stores

While eating raw might seem as simple as grabbing produce straight from the ground, raw foodists still want creativity in their diet and so have embraced modern technology to concoct everything from raw dehydrated flax crackers and kale chips to coconut milk ice cream and raw birthday cakes. - June 05, 2013 - biome eco stores

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County Responds to “Immoral” Proposed Senate SNAP Cuts

Applauds Sen. Gillibrand’s Efforts; Makes SNAP Nutrition Experts Available for Comment. - May 17, 2013 - Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County

The Healthy Eating Guide Announces Free eBook

The Healthy Eating Guide, an award-winning website with the mission of empowering 1 million people to eat healthier, today announced the launch of their new eBook "The Ultimate Healthy Eating Roadmap," which they'll be giving away for free for a limited time. - May 12, 2013 - The Healthy Eating Guide

Peak Body Transformation Announces Summer Enrollment Specials

Premiere fitness trainers in Lewisville and Plano, TX, Peak Body Transformation, are announcing new summer enrollment specials. Enrollment lasts from April 29- June 30th, so consumers are encouraged to enroll now. - May 05, 2013 - Peak Body Transformation

Nutrition, Worker Fatigue - the Focus at Health Care Provider Wellness Conference in San Diego

The 2013 Health Care Provider Wellness Conference, presented by the Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC), comes to The Westin San Diego, June 13-14, 2013. Featured speakers include Thomas Parry, PhD, CEO, Integrated Benefits Institute; Dr. Timothy Newman, medical director,... - April 26, 2013 - Hospital Association of Southern California

Superior Grocers Partners with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services to Promote Healthy Living and Launch CalFresh Awareness Month

Superior Grocers, one of the largest independent supermarket chains in Southern California, is partnering with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services to promote healthy living and connect the community with CalFresh and nutrition education resources and programs by sponsoring... - April 22, 2013 - Superior Grocers

Solution to Help Manage Obesity in India

Obesity is the primary cause for deaths in India. Fitho has launched a unique “Try before you buy it” offer for its weight loss diet, where people get a 2 day free trial of a customized diet for their requirements, with no commitment to pay for it. - April 20, 2013 - Fitho Wellness Services

QA Graphics Expands Digital Menu Boards Solutions to Healthcare Industry

QA Graphics, an Iowa based interactive design company, can assist hospitals and healthcare facilities with digital menu board solutions to display menus and make nutrition and allergen information available. QA Graphics has expanded their digital menu board design services beyond the restaurant... - April 18, 2013 - QA Graphics

Doctor's Best Introduces Best PQQ Featuring Bio PQQ™

Doctor's Best has introduced Best PQQ Featuring Bio PQQ™ into its dietary supplement line. Scott Steinford, president of Doctor's Best, made the announcement. This product is available in 30 vegetarian capsules, each providing 20 milligrams of authentic, pure pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ). - April 14, 2013 - Doctor's Best, Inc.

Doctor's Best Introduces Green Tea Phytosome

Doctor's Best has introduced Green Tea Phytosome into its dietary supplement line. Scott Steinford, president of Doctor's Best, made the announcement. This product is available in 60 vegetarian capsules, each providing 150 milligrams of the proprietary decaffeinated green tea extract Greenselect® PhytosomeTM. - April 14, 2013 - Doctor's Best, Inc.

Miramar/Pembroke Pines Weight Loss Event Saturday 4/13/13

Weight Loss for Disease Prevention and Regression. Cardiologist Barry Schiff, MD and Endocrinologist Raffaella Poggioli, MD are proud to invite the public to experience and tour their unique and comprehensive weight loss program at the weight loss center. - April 11, 2013 - CardioMender, MD Weight Loss Specialists

Crystal Holistic Health Offers New Program

A shortened program to help people lose weight and be healthy on a tight budget. - April 11, 2013 - Crystal Holistic Health Consulting

American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) Announces Dr. Gervasio Lamas to Speak at Spring Conference

American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM), a leading provider of integrative medicine, today announced that Gervasio Lamas, M.D. will be their special guest at ACAM’s Spring 2013 Conference and Tradeshow in Hollywood, FL to present the results of the Trial to Assess Chelation... - April 05, 2013 - ACAM

MenuTrinfo Founder Wins Bravo Entrepreneur Award

Betsy Craig named 2013 “Emerging Entrepreneur” in prestigious Northern Colorado leadership program. - April 05, 2013 - MenuTrinfo

Keens Beans Organic Green Arabica Coffee Bean Diet Now Available

With many green coffee weight loss products in the market you need to be sure you are using a product made from whole beans, not an extract that may contain chemicals from the growing or production phases of the supplement, contributing to reduced effectiveness and unsatisfactory results. - April 04, 2013 - Keens Beans Organic Green Coffee Bean Diet

Maryland Weight Loss and Psychology of Eating Coach Launches Free Tele Seminar on April 9th at 7:30pm EDT

The tele seminar called "Lose the Belly Fat with 7 Simple Steps That Quickly Boost Energy & Metabolism!" is about a Mind-Body Cleanse that will help you lose weight and clear toxins from your body. Jump into Spring--it's time to take off the winter sweaters and the weight that's lurking beneath and get yourself ready for pastels and lighter clothing. - April 03, 2013 - New Pathway to Health LLC

Fitness App GymPact Uses Monetary Incentive to Motivate Exercise

Individuals are putting their money where their bout is with the mobile app GymPact. They commit to how many days per week they want to work out, verify workouts via the GymPact app, and earn cash rewards if they meet their commitment - paid for by the non-exercisers. Users have have been 90% successful in exercising on committed days, with their own cash on the line. - March 28, 2013 - GymPact

140-Year-Old Spice Blend, Opa Helmut’s Rub, Launches “Spice Us Up!” Kickstarter Campaign to Support Organic, Gluten-Free and Kosher Certification

Opa Helmut’s Rub - Tasty Traditional German Spice Blends are gluten free, MSG free and all natural. Dating back to 1875. Fourth generation Great Granddaughter brings her family’s 140 year old spice blend recipes back to life using its first-ever Kickstarter campaign to support organic, gluten-free and kosher certification. The "Spice Us Up" campaign tastes as good as it sounds and runs through April 6 with a goal of raising USD 3,500. - March 21, 2013 - Opa Helmut's Pure Organic Seasoning

Nurses Get Help Preparing for RN Palliative Care Certification Exam