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People in the U.S. today consume 21 times more sweet stuff than the pilgrims and pioneers did, scientists from Berkeley and other UC campuses reported at a recent symposium on sugar and other sweeteners.
Tag: diet
Diet may treat some diseases due to genetic mutations
April 10, 2012:
Some genetic diseases, such as homocystinuria, are caused by a variety of genetic mutations, some causing worse symptoms than others. Jasper Rine and colleagues in QB3 have shown how to identify those mutations whose effects can be ameliorated by vitamin supplementation, which could help doctors tailor treatment to the individual patient.
Forbidden fruits? Fresh look at a carb controversy
June 22, 2011:
Eat more fruits and vegetables — who could argue with that simple advice? Amazingly enough, the value of fruit is being questioned, mostly by advocates of low-carb diets. Are they right? The UC Berkeley Wellness Letter explores the latest research findings on a complex food.
