Flu viruses are named for their proteins the H in the name comes from hemagglutinin and the N from neuraminidase.
If scientists saw changes in the H7n7's proteins for instance they could see if it wasâ becoming more dangerous to humans said Racaniello who was involved not in the new study.
A key development for the virus was altering its proteins so it could bind to the cells in the upper respiratory tracts of chickens.
reducing or eliminating products that contain trans fats; ensuring that at least half of all grains served were whole grains;
The salt will change the protein structure within the muscle fibers so the turkey will hold onto more moisture in the cooking process Bishop explained.
but it has a ton of protein to fuel those nutrition-loving minds. Use frozen vegetables:
Well-preserved mammoths have been dug out of the Siberian tundra containing bone marrow skin hair and fat. If a living mammoth cell were found it could be grown in a lab
Basically DNA like proteins and complex carbohydrates gets broken down into pieces this is what digestion is all about.
But it is possible to create a GM food that is unsafe for instance researchers could insert a gene that allowed the plant to produce an allergen or a protein to
People with the intestinal condition celiac disease have to avoid eating foods that contain gluten proteins that occur naturally in wheat rye and barley.
The only choice for the up to 3 million Americans living with CD is to adhere strictly to a gluten-free diet said Virginia A. Cox associate commissioner of the FDA's Office of External affairs. For these people consuming gluten can damage the intestines prevent the absorption of vitamins
but has roughly the same number of genes (stretches of DNA that code for a specific protein) as the widely studied plant Aradbidopsis
Amazing Stories of Summer Fruits oethe duplication contributed to adding additional members of gene families that are involved in regulating important kiwifruit characteristics such as fruit Vitamin c flavonoid
since the latter is related to the proteins in milk rather than lactose. Symptoms and Causes Although reduced levels of lactase could result in improper absorption of lactose only people with low lactase level
They found that animal fat coated the bandages of the calf and goat mummies; in the case of the calf the fat was on bandages not in contact with the meat suggesting it had been smeared on as a preservative rather than seeping through as grease.
The most intriguing chemical profile appeared on the beef mummy however. The bandaging around the mummy contained remnants of an elaborate balm made of fat or oil and resin from a Pistacia tree a shrubby desert plant.
This resin was a luxury item in ancient Egypt Evershed and his colleagues report today (Nov 18) in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
or Vitamin d supplements and got regular exercise and whether or not women had entered menopause all factors that can influence bone health.
It's higher in saturated fat and has lesser amounts of bone-beneficial nutrients such as calcium protein and Vitamin d.
In addition the study found that eating cheese both hard cheeses like cheddar and Swiss and soft cheeses such as cottage and ricotta was linked not with higher bone mineral density of the hip or spine.
because the researchers lumped all kinds of cheese into one big category including processed varieties high in fat and sodium
 Sahni suspects the various nutrients in dairy foods their protein calcium and Vitamin d content for example work in synergy
and together they have a better effect on bone health than any of these single nutrients acting alone.
Nitrogen isotopes on the other hand give insight into the kinds of protein sources people ate. We found that people were eating very different things Killgrove said.
Gluten is a protein found in many grains including wheat rye and barley. It's found in most breads cereals pastas and many processed foods according to Webmd.
and so they need to avoid the protein. About 1 percent of the population has celiac disease.
That's because whole grains which contain gluten are a good source of fiber vitamins
Studies show gluten-free diets can be deficient in fiber iron folate niacin thiamine calcium Vitamin b12 phosphorus
because to avoid the protein they end up cutting out desserts and junk foods thus losing weight.
Gluten is a protein found in many grains including wheat rye and barley. It's found in most breads cereals pastas and many processed foods according to Webmd.
and so they need to avoid the protein. About 1 percent of the population has celiac disease.
That's because whole grains which contain gluten are a good source of fiber vitamins
Studies show gluten-free diets can be deficient in fiber iron folate niacin thiamine calcium Vitamin b12 phosphorus
because to avoid the protein they end up cutting out desserts and junk foods thus losing weight.
and perhaps even amino acids the building blocks of proteins Torres said. He plans to study this in the near future to find out what's going on.
#New Culprit in Red Meat Linked with Heart disease The high amounts of saturated fat and cholesterol in red meat have long been blamed for increasing people's risk of heart disease.
and saturated fat that explains its association with heart disease. This study suggests carnitine may be a piece of this link he said.
A carnitine connection Two years ago Hazen and his research team discovered that microorganisms in the intestines can convert substances found in choline a common dietary fat to a by-product known as TMAO trimethylamine-N-oxide.
Scientists found that eating lots of saturated fat-filled red meat and highly processed and salted meats is associated with a higher risk of death.</
#Organic Tomatoes Have More Vitamin c Organically grown tomatoes are more nutritious in some ways than the conventionally grown variety a new study from Brazil suggests.
while smaller have higher levels of Vitamin c as well as more plant phenols a class of compounds that act as antioxidants than do grown conventionally tomatoes.
The findings contradict those of research published last September in the journal Annals of Internal medicine which reviewed more than 200 studies and found no difference between the vitamin contents of organic and conventional foods.
and Food Chemistry concluded that organic crops tend to be higher in Vitamin c and phenols and lower in protein than conventionally grown crops.
Organic tomatoes have more Vitamin c and plant phenols but it's not clear whether eating them instead of conventional tomatoes would provide more health benefits.
In addition to the powerful antioxidant Vitamin c the juice contains a chemical that can disable enzymes needed to break down medications in the digestive system.
and Livescience from a Youtube video claimed that a scientist was making hamburger meat from proteins extracted from raw sewage.
blue-green biliverdin and red-brown protoporphyrin which are both breakdown products of hemoglobin (the oxygen-carrying protein found in the red blood cells of all vertebrates.
Admittedly some nutrients are lost in cooking such as Vitamin c and certain B vitamins. But plants are so excess in nutrients that even this breakdown is insignificant in practical terms said John Mcdougall creator of the Mcdougall Program a vegan-friendly starch-based diet.
In reality toxins can accumulate anywhere in the body particularly in fat and fatty tissue but also in proteins and bone.
6'Magic bullet'Cures That Don't Exist Another argument is that burning fat in this case on a raw vegan diet would release toxins from the body.
Fats cells merely get bigger or smaller depending on the amount of fat within the cell that's used.
or for any vegan animals that accumulate toxins in their fat; they don't cleanse themselves with their raw plant-based diet.
The most apparent problems are nutritional deficiencies particularly for vitamins B12 and D selenium zinc iron and two omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA.
and these are high in fat and not healthful when eaten in excess. If it's not nuts then it's bananas
In fact a child raised on a raw vegan diet without proper supplementation would likely develop severe neurological and growth problems due to a lack of Vitamin b12 and other nutrients.
and low-fat cheese were less likely to have symptoms of depression and were also less likely to be diagnosed with depression during the follow-up period compared with those who ate an unhealthy diet that included sausages hot dogs sugary desserts processed foods and snacks.
and chloroplast genes of more than 200 diatoms and Bolidomonas (a closely related genus). They wanted to test the prevailing understanding of where certain diatoms fall on the evolutionary tree
Cell membranes are made up of two layers consisting of fats sugars and salts. The fats are on the inside of the membrane where they can avoid touching the water that surrounds the cell.
Detergent molecules have two ends. One end of a detergent molecule is attracted to fat and the other end is attracted to water.
When you wash your dinner plate; the fat-loving end of the dish detergent molecule attaches to the grease from your hamburger
and the water-loving end attaches to the water in the Sink in the cheek solution you were using the detergent to move the broken up cell membranes away from the DNA. 3. Why did I use pineapple juice?
and malnourished if they eat too many a href=http://www. livescience. com/20339-fight-obesity-fat-tax-policy. html>fatty foods</a high in calories that lack the vitamins and minerals
The pigs'embryos were injected with a molecule from bioluminescent jellyfish that carries instructions to make green fluorescent protein or GFP.
This technique allows researchers to attach harmless glow-in-the-dark tags to specific proteins in animals.
which fat is concentrated in the abdominal area. Researchers in The netherlands have found that excess abdominal
or belly fat as seen in the so-called apple-shaped body as opposed to the pear-shaped body where the fat is lower down on the hips
because fat is weighing down on kidneys crushing them Kwakernaak said The researchers speculate that the cause might be from the fat triggering inflammation or insulin resistance
or fat creating free radicals which can damage the kidneys at a cellular level. Our study now provides a possible mechanism for this increased renal risk seen in obesity for further investigation Kwakernaak told Livescience.
Researchers at University of California Davis found that gluteal adipose tissue that is that fat around the backside thought to be harmless if not useful for sitting for long periods secretes proteins associated with inflammation
You ll often hear me speak about say Vitamin d omega-3 fatty acids and fiber. And I m certainly not the only one.
but also it has a great deal of protein and fiber. Good stuff! Healthy Bites appears on Myhealthnewsdaily on Wednesdays.
#Should You Eat High-Protein Products? Although popular high-protein bars shakes and other products aren't the best way to get your protein experts say.
In 2012 19 percent of new food and beverage products launched in the United states were labeled as being high-protein according to Mintel a market research company.
That's higher than anywhere else in the world including India (9 percent) and the United kingdom (7 percent) Mintel said.
Proteins are essential nutrients found inside every cell in the body. They are used for growth
In general about 10 to 35 percent of your daily calories should come from protein according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.
Adult women should eat about 46 grams of protein a day and adult men should eat about 56 grams a day.
Most people in the United states actually get more than enough protein. A 2009 to 2010 U s. food survey found that on average women eat about 70 grams of protein per day
and men eat about 100 grams. See 3 Things You Need to Know about Eating Protein.
A bar or shake might seem like an easy way to get the recommended amount of protein
but you're better off getting the nutrient from real food some experts say I never recommend protein supplements said Katherine Tallmadge the author of Diet Simple (Lifeline Press 2011).
People need to be eating real food. High-protein bars and shakes are often high in calories
(and sugar) too and don't leave people feeling full in the same way that a well-rounded meal with a variety of flavors
Good sources of protein include meat poultry fish legumes (such as dry beans and peas) eggs milk and tofu according to the CDC.
Yogurt is a major protein source Tallmadge said. For people who want a nonperishable food to take on hikes
Heather Mangieri a nutrition consultant and spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics agreed that ideally people should get protein from food.
But some people who have high caloric needs such as athletes may find it more convenient to get their protein
along with necessary extra calories from a high-protein product Mangieri said. Mangieri notes that our bodies typically use a maximum of 20 to 30 grams of protein from a single meal.
 Beyond that any additionalâ protein in a meal or bar won't confer an extra tissue-repair
or musclebuilding benefit Mangieri said. So it is important to space out protein consumption throughout the day consuming about equal portions at each meal.
For instance if you eat three meals a day you could consume about a third of your protein at breakfast a third at lunch and a third at dinner.
Pass it on: It's best to get protein from real food rather than from bars shakes or other supplements.
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and legumes as well as fish and very low in saturated fat and animal fat Tallmadge said. Studies showing its benefits go back to the 1950s Tallmadge explained.
But even people in the Mediterranean are moving away from this traditional diet and adding more cheese
and animal fat products to their meal plan she said. The main sources of fat in the traditional Mediterranean dietdiet come from olive oil nuts
and fish and these foods are eaten in moderation said Heather Mangieri a nutrition consultant and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association.
While nuts and seeds are a source of omega-3 fatty acids a type of healthy fat it's not clear how much of this healthy fat we actually get by eating them Mangieri said.
In the last decade researchers have been investigating bioinsecticides proteins derived from natural sources such as spider venom.
Also during evolution an attraction to scarce calorie-dense foods such as sweets and fats improved our chances for survival.
Grasses in warm dry regions tend to contain less protein than those in cooler wetter regions.
Protein deficiency slows bison growth early in life resulting in smaller adults. Other grazers like cattle will likely face similar changes in a warming climate Craine said.
The high protein levels in addition to cognitive beliefs about milk being a food may make it more satiating.
while getting adequate protein and fat Cassie told Livescience. Other dishes can be modified to make them Paleo-friendly.
Carb-conscious Many people (including people on the Paleo diet) now follow a gluten-free diet avoiding any foods that contain the protein gluten.
and an excellent source of protein Spritzler wrote. Green beans salad and other low-carb vegetables are important to consume
For the person who's not vegetarian they can get plenty of protein from the turkey.
The proteins known as antibodies are examples of biomarkers indicating possible infection. Chris Remien a postdoctoral fellow at the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis uses math to better understand how biological markers relate to the diets of animals
and analyzed genetic material from the trees'chloroplasts the green plant structures where photosynthesis takes place.
Beyond medical conditions TNO has proposed printing customised meals with varied levels of the basic food components like carbs protein and fat for everyone from seniors to athletes to expectant mothers.
Some suggest 3d printed meat could provide high quality protein for a growing global population without increasing stress on arable land
The ABC recently reported that 400 people in the Philippines trampled vitamin-enriched oegolden rice trial crops because of fears to human health and biodiversity.
Vitamin a deficiencies are acknowledged as being serious and important by pro and anti-GM groups alike.
I do not come from a country where Vitamin a deficiency is a concern. I will not be offering the activists advice.
because it's estimated that kids eat about seven servings daily of grains protein and dairy.
#Trans Fat Isn't Evil, Ignorance Is (Op-Ed) Dr. Mitchell Roslin is chief of obesity surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in New york. He holds several patents for the treatment of obesity
The recent decision by the FDA and the 30 years of data demonstrating the damage of trans fats are clear evidence that the medical community's artificial efforts were not successful.
Besides heart disease trans fats have also been linked to cancer. But the real question is how can we avoid making the same mistake again?
and other ailments even though they ate a high-fat and high-cholesterol diet. The researchers hypothesized that the type of fat marine-derived might play a role.
Researchers have shown that omega-3 fatty acids a type of polyunsaturated fat found primarily in seafood can improve your chances of living longer
#UV Light Makes Mushrooms Rich in Vitamin d The dog days of summer are a distant memory and so are the long bright sunny days.
But for many people sunlight is an essential source of Vitamin d. The human body needs Vitamin d to maintain bone health
and helps regulate the immune system. The ultraviolet light in sunlight actually converts cholesterol in your skin into Vitamin d.
The vitamin is also found in foods like fatty fish and fortified cereals milk and orange juice.
But since many people do not get enough Vitamin d through their diet alone the dark winter months can leave people deficient in the vitamin.
But now food scientists are giving mushrooms a Vitamin d boost with ultraviolet light. oethe exciting thing
I think is how rapidly we can take a mushroom that has no Vitamin d in it whatsoever
and in less than one second we can increase the Vitamin d content to over 100 percent of the recommended daily allowance said Michael Kalaras a postdoctoral scholar at Penn State university in University Park Pa.
Here s how it works. Quick pulses of ultraviolet light flash over the mushroom s surface going through it
and setting off a chemical process that converts a compound  similar to cholesterol inside the mushrooms into Vitamin d. oeit s already happening in a number of facilities where they re actually doing this on conveyor belts said Robert Beelman a food scientist at Penn State.
Mushrooms maintained their Vitamin d levels up to a week in the refrigerator. One serving of mushrooms has a day s worth of the recommended daily allowance of Vitamin d
which is 600 IUS (or 15 micrograms) per day. Â Researchers suggest that smaller amounts of mushrooms may be need all you
if you have other sources of Vitamin d in your diet. oewe haven t found any negative effects from our treatment said Kalaras.
It is possible to become sick from taking too much Vitamin d but researchers say those levels are extremely high
Ultraviolet Flashes Can Create Vitamin d-enriched mushrooms Penn State Food Science Robert Beelman Penn Stat n
#Vitamin b Supplements May Reduce Stroke Risk Taking Vitamin b supplements may help reduce the risk of stroke a new review suggests.
and found that people who took Vitamin b had a 7 percent decreased risk of stroke compared with people who took a placebo.
However among those who did have strokes taking Vitamin b supplements did not appear to affect the severity of strokes or the risk of dying from a stroke according to the study published Sept. 18 in the journal Neurology.
A number of factors may influence the ability of Vitamin b to reduce a person's stroke risk the researchers said.
These factors include how well a person's body absorbs the vitamins the concentrations of vitamins in the blood
whether Vitamin b supplements could reduce homocysteine levels and in turn lower stroke risk. But such studies have mixed found results.
Previous studies have conflicting findings regarding the use of Vitamin b supplements and stroke or heart attack Yuming said.
B vitamins are important nutrients for the body. They can be found in a variety of foods including whole grains potatoes bananas beans and lentils.
while supplements containing B vitamins are thought generally to be safe they should not be taken in large doses. High doses of vitamin B3 (niacin can cause health problems including blurred vision nausea vomiting and high blood sugar.
and sugary drinks refined grains and large amounts of saturated and trans fats and eating more fruits vegetables whole grains legumes and nuts trumps the more narrow goals of whether to include moderate
The Mediterranean diet emphasizes fruits vegetables nuts fish and healthy fats. Those who adopted all four healthy behaviors had an 80 percent lower death rate over 7. 6 years compared to participants with none of the healthy behaviors lead author Haitham Ahmed of Johns Hopkins Hospital said in a statement.
For example the Adventist vegans consumed nearly twice as much dietary fiber and Vitamin c as the European vegans.
Baleen is made up of keratin the protein found in hair and fingernails which forms large plates that enclose a fibrous inner core.
Protein Protein is essential for healthy living. It is one of the most important nutrients for the human body second only to water.
Bone health muscle function muscle strength muscle mass and immune function all are impaired with a low intake of protein.
New research has found that eating the right amount of protein nd at the right times is essential not only for your general health
Eating enough protein while losing weight is more likely to minimize muscle loss and maximize fat loss.
The National Academy of Sciences in a recent report recommended Americans get at least 15 percent of their calories from protein
Low carb diets are often as high as 80 percent protein and can damage your health in many ways.)
or bone loss consider increasing your protein. How much protein? A personalized formula: Studies of aging populations have found that about 1. 2 grams to 1. 6 grams of protein per one kilogram of body weight helps to reduce age-related muscle and bone loss.
This amount should also be enough to maximize your workouts. Determine your ideal body weight. Example:
If you weigh 150 pounds this means the amount of protein you should eat is:
150 lbs (divided by 2. 2 lbs per kilogram)= 68 kg; 68 kg x 1. 2 grams of protein per kg of body weight=82 grams of protein daily.
For the maximum amount of protein multiply 68 kg x 1. 6 grams of protein per kg=109 grams of protein per day.
Where should you get protein? Protein can be found in a wide range of foods.
Animal protein is in seafood dairy products meat poultry and eggs. Vegetarian protein can be found in legumes soy vegetables and grains.
And while it's true that high-protein foods often bring fat and calories along as uninvited guests it doesn't have to be that way.
The lowest-calorie animal protein sources are the leanest. Go for seafood poultry with no skin lean veal cuts pork tenderloin lean beef cuts (such as the round or tenderloin) or 95-percent-lean hams (less than 3 grams of fat per ounce.
Skim milk nonfat yogurt and low-fat cheeses are also great options. Soy products provide great low-calorie options too
and are high-quality proteins that are lean substitutes for meat. To add some protein to your diet toss four ounces (120 grams) of lean beef chicken
or seafood or 12 ounces (36 grams) of spiced tofu into your salad. This will add 30 grams of high-quality protein and no more than 150 to 200 calories.
Here are the numbers for some other great sources of protein: 8 ounces milk or yogurt:
8 16 grams protein depending on the type 1/2 cup cooked beans or tofu: 8 grams protein 1 ounce meat/fish/chicken/cheese (the leaner the meat the more protein and the fewer calories:
7 grams protein 1 large egg: 7 grams protein 1/2 cup cooked or one ounce dry (1 slice bread) grain:
3 grams protein 1/2 cup cooked or one cup raw vegetables: 2 grams protein Timing is everything!
Eat a food or beverage high in protein about 20 minutes before and again immediately after your strength-training workout.
And do the same after a vigorous cardiovascular workout such as tennis or kayaking or even just a long walk.
When you work out you break down your muscles. Taking in a high protein food with a little bit of carbohydrate and nutrients when your muscles are being broken down by exercise will build your muscle mass and your strength more effectively.
And don't forget to drink water because you also need to make sure you hydrate yourself properly!
My personal regimen includes drinking some skim milk before my workout (all you need is about 1/2 a cup or about 4 grams of protein) and eating yogurt immediately after my workout or yoga session in the gym!
If I forget the yogurt I'll run to the nearest coffee shop after I exercise and buy a skim latte which contains milk
or soy milk for my protein. But I like yogurt the best: In addition to high-quality protein it contains important probiotics
which keep your gastrointestinal tract healthy. It also offers high-quality carbohydrates calcium potassium and magnesium important nutrients that you need to replenish your muscles.
Current thinking among protein researchers is that this nutrient is more bioavailable for your muscles
if eaten in relatively small quantities throughout the day. For women 20 grams per meal is the ideal amount the body can utilize efficiently.
For men that can go up to 30 grams per meal. So with my personal protein-goal of 60 grams per day I make sure to have about 20 grams in the morning 20 grams midday and about 20 grams in the evening.
My body may not benefit from taking in more than that at one sitting. If you're a man who needs 100 grams per day you could spread out your protein intake for the day to four meals of about 25 grams each separated by at least two hours in between.
So an 8-ounce steak at night containing 56 grams of protein just won't cut it!
Surprise Tea! A new study has found that tea improves muscular strength. Tea? Apparently as people age oxidative stress and inflammation cause age-related breakdowns of muscle and bone.
Tea's healthy compounds called polyphenols reduce oxidative stress and inflammation preventing this breakdown and even improving muscular strength and bone mass.
A recent study funded by the National institutes of health's National Center for Complementary and Alternative medicine looked into tea's effects on muscle.
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