Stefan Schielke

Applying the precautionary principle to nutrition and cancer Joseph F Gonzales 1, Neal D Barnard, David J A Jenkins, Amy J Lanou, Brenda Davis, Gordon Saxe, Susan Levin Abstract Primary objective: Research has identified certain foods and dietary patterns that are associated with reduced cancer risk and improved survival after cancer diagnosis. This research has formed the basis for dietary guidance issued by […]

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Ketogenic Diets and Chronic Disease: Weighing the Benefits Against the Risks Lee Crosby 1, Brenda Davis 2, Shivam Joshi 3 4, Meghan Jardine 1, Jennifer Paul 1 5 6, Maggie Neola 1, Neal D Barnard 1 7 Abstract Very-low-carbohydrate ketogenic diets have been long been used to reduce seizure frequency and more recently have been promoted for a variety of health conditions, including obesity, diabetes, and liver disease. Ketogenic diets may provide

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An Intensive Lifestyle Intervention to Treat Type 2 Diabetes in the Republic of the Marshall Islands: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial Brenda C Davis 1, Humaira Jamshed 2, Courtney M Peterson 2, Joan Sabaté 3, Ralph D Harris 4, Rohit Koratkar 2, Jamie W Spence 5, John H Kelly Jr 6 Abstract Background: The Republic of the Marshall Islands has the highest prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) in the

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When you think of citrus fruits, what comes to mind? For most North Americans, oranges, mandarins, tangerines, grapefruits, lemons, and limes are standard fare. Some adventurous citrus eaters also include pomelos, kumquats, tangelos, blood oranges, and clementines. You might be surprised to learn that there are over 100 different varieties of citrus fruits. Evidence suggests

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Makes 24 cookies These cookies are not only a delicious treat, but they are a wonderful source of omega-3 fatty acids.      2½ cups walnuts 1/2 cup pure maple syrup ¼ cup nut butter (e.g., almond, hazelnut, mixed) 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup oat flour (or flour of your choice)

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Makes about 30 turtles  If you loved “turtles growing up, you will have fun with these. They are less sweet than the originals, but even more flavorful and far more nutritious!  Pecans (60 halves) 2 organic, fair trade dark chocolate bars (2 x 90 g/3 oz)  Caramel Filling 1 cup pine nuts or raw cashews

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