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Book Dietary Omega 3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Cancer

Download or read book Dietary Omega 3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Cancer written by Gabriella Calviello and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-01-22 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dietary Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Cancer provides all the latest information on the possible benefits of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) against a wide series of cancers. Several influential scientists in this field have contributed to make this book unique amongst the others published so far in this field. The chapters give detailed information about the results obtained in this field through experimental studies conducted on both animals and cultured cells, as well as through human intervention trials and epidemiological observational studies. This book represents an important tool for researchers working in nutrition and oncology, since it collects all the knowledge about omega-3 PUFAs and cancer, even the most recent, in a single publication. For the first time controversies among the different studies are also covered with great detail in this book. The book enables physicians to clearly understand on a scientific basis if their oncologic patients or patients at risk of cancer could actually benefit from a diet enriched in omega-3 PUFAs or from a dietary supplementation with these fatty acids. The book represents also a good resource for ordinary individuals as well as cancer patients to learn more about omega-3 PUFAs and understand how these dietary components may affect cancer growth.

Book Dietary Fat and Cancer

    Book Details:
  • Author : American Institute for Cancer Research
  • Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
  • Release : 2013-03-09
  • ISBN : 1475726708
  • Pages : 259 pages

Download or read book Dietary Fat and Cancer written by American Institute for Cancer Research and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-03-09 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The annual research conference for 1996 of the American Institute for Cancer Re search was again held at the Loews L'Enfant Plaza Hotel in Washington, DC, August 29 and 30. The topic for this, the seventh in the series, was "Dietary Fat and Cancer: Genetic and Molecular Mechanisms. " Two separate presentations were given as the conference overview. "Fat and Cancer: The Epidemiologic Evidence in Perspective" noted that die tary fat can be saturated, largely from animal or dairy sources, or mono- or polyunsatu rated, mostly from plant sources. Unlike animal fats, fish contain relatively high levels of protective omega-3 fatty acids. Although the hypothesis that dietary fat is associated with cancer is plausible, the mechanisms involved are reasonable, and many animal studies support the hypothesis, there are many obstacles in any direct extrapolation to humans, in cluding imprecise measures of dietary fat intake, variability in individual diets, and spe cies variations. Despite these limitations, there is a weak positive correlation between colon cancer and dietary fat intake, but with substantial differences for various ethnic groups. In the case of breast cancer, there is substantial variation among countries and eth nic groups, but the overall evidence indicated an association with fat in the diet. Epidemiologic studies of dietary fat and prostate cancer are more consistent and most show a positive relationship. However, it was not clear which types of dietary fat were im plicated in the effect.

Book Nutrition and Cancer

    Book Details:
  • Author : Vera C. Mazurak
  • Publisher : MDPI
  • Release : 2018-06-22
  • ISBN : 3038428914
  • Pages : 215 pages

Download or read book Nutrition and Cancer written by Vera C. Mazurak and published by MDPI. This book was released on 2018-06-22 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "Nutrition and Cancer" that was published in Nutrients

Book Effects of Dietary Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on Colorectal Cancer and the Development of the Total Western Diet 2

Download or read book Effects of Dietary Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on Colorectal Cancer and the Development of the Total Western Diet 2 written by Sara Kellen and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Western diet is commonly consumed by industrialized societies and characterized by an increased consumption of vegetable oils rich in omega-6 (n-6) fatty acids. This results in a higher ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 (n-3) fatty acids in the diet. Omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) are believed to induce a pro-inflammatory response in the body. Therefore, this change in PUFA concentration and/or ratio of n-6:n-3 in the Western diet may contribute to colorectal cancer (CRC) risk. Five identical diets, varying only in PUFA concentration and n-6:n-3 ratio, were fed to mice dosed with a carcinogen and an inflammatory accent (AOM+DSS). The diets included: 1.) AIN-93G, control diet, containing 7% (kcal) dietary PUFA, 7:1 n-6:n-3 ratio, 2.) 2.5% dietary PUFA 1:1 n-6:n-3 ratio, 3.) 2.5% PUFA 20:1 n-6:n-3, 4.) 10% PUFA 1:1 n-6:n-3, and 5.) 10% PUFA 20:1 n-6:n-3. PUFA ratio had a significant effect on tumor size. Diets having an n-6:n-3 ratio of 1:1 resulted in significantly larger tumors than diets with an n-6:n-3ratio of 20:1. Mice fed either the AIN-93G or 2.5% 1:1 diet had the highest number of tumors compared to the other experimental diets. From these results, it appears that the dietary PUFA profile influences the etiology of CRC. Studies investigating CRC commonly use rodent models to investigate human diseases. Typically rodents are fed diets formulated to promote growth and heath, however these diets are considerably different than the Western diet in terms of macro- and micronutrients. Diet is known to influence CRC incidence, which led to the development of the Total Western Diet (TWD) by Hinze and colleagues. The TWD is a rodent diet that uses purified ingredients to match the macro- and micronutrient composition of the average American diet. However, the complex nature of whole-foods is also known to impact colon health, so the TWD was redesigned. The TWD-2 is the only whole-foods-based rodent diet that emulates the macro- and micronutrient consumption of the average American. Initiating studies using the TWD-2, in place of the AIN diets, will hopefully make the rodent a better model for human disease research.

Book Fish Oil  Volume 2 of 2   EasyRead Super Large 24pt Edition

Download or read book Fish Oil Volume 2 of 2 EasyRead Super Large 24pt Edition written by and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Diet and Health

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  • Author : National Research Council
  • Publisher : National Academies Press
  • Release : 1989-01-01
  • ISBN : 0309039940
  • Pages : 765 pages

Download or read book Diet and Health written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1989-01-01 with total page 765 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diet and Health examines the many complex issues concerning diet and its role in increasing or decreasing the risk of chronic disease. It proposes dietary recommendations for reducing the risk of the major diseases and causes of death today: atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases (including heart attack and stroke), cancer, high blood pressure, obesity, osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus, liver disease, and dental caries.

Book Dietary Omega 3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Cancer

Download or read book Dietary Omega 3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Cancer written by Gabriella Calviello and published by Springer. This book was released on 2010-02-26 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dietary Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Cancer provides all the latest information on the possible benefits of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) against a wide series of cancers. Several influential scientists in this field have contributed to make this book unique amongst the others published so far in this field. The chapters give detailed information about the results obtained in this field through experimental studies conducted on both animals and cultured cells, as well as through human intervention trials and epidemiological observational studies. This book represents an important tool for researchers working in nutrition and oncology, since it collects all the knowledge about omega-3 PUFAs and cancer, even the most recent, in a single publication. For the first time controversies among the different studies are also covered with great detail in this book. The book enables physicians to clearly understand on a scientific basis if their oncologic patients or patients at risk of cancer could actually benefit from a diet enriched in omega-3 PUFAs or from a dietary supplementation with these fatty acids. The book represents also a good resource for ordinary individuals as well as cancer patients to learn more about omega-3 PUFAs and understand how these dietary components may affect cancer growth.

Book Eat for Life

    Book Details:
  • Author : National Academy of Sciences
  • Publisher : National Academies Press
  • Release : 1992-01-01
  • ISBN : 0309040493
  • Pages : 190 pages

Download or read book Eat for Life written by National Academy of Sciences and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1992-01-01 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Results from the National Research Council's (NRC) landmark study Diet and health are readily accessible to nonscientists in this friendly, easy-to-read guide. Readers will find the heart of the book in the first chapter: the Food and Nutrition Board's nine-point dietary plan to reduce the risk of diet-related chronic illness. The nine points are presented as sensible guidelines that are easy to follow on a daily basis, without complicated measuring or calculatingâ€"and without sacrificing favorite foods. Eat for Life gives practical recommendations on foods to eat and in a "how-to" section provides tips on shopping (how to read food labels), cooking (how to turn a high-fat dish into a low-fat one), and eating out (how to read a menu with nutrition in mind). The volume explains what protein, fiber, cholesterol, and fats are and what foods contain them, and tells readers how to reduce their risk of chronic disease by modifying the types of food they eat. Each chronic disease is clearly defined, with information provided on its prevalence in the United States. Written for everyone concerned about how they can influence their health by what they eat, Eat for Life offers potentially lifesaving information in an understandable and persuasive way. Alternative Selection, Quality Paperback Book Club

Book Polyunsaturated fatty acids intake and risk of all cause mortality  cardiovascular disease  breast cancer  mental health  and type 2 diabetes

Download or read book Polyunsaturated fatty acids intake and risk of all cause mortality cardiovascular disease breast cancer mental health and type 2 diabetes written by Russell DE SOUZA and published by World Health Organization. This book was released on 2022-10-31 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Seafood Choices

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  • Author : Institute of Medicine
  • Publisher : National Academies Press
  • Release : 2007-03-09
  • ISBN : 0309133866
  • Pages : 736 pages

Download or read book Seafood Choices written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2007-03-09 with total page 736 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fragmented information that consumers receive about the nutritional value and health risks associated with fish and shellfish can result in confusion or misperceptions about these food sources. Consumers are therefore confronted with a dilemma: they are told that seafood is good for them and should be consumed in large amounts, while at the same time the federal government and most states have issued advisories urging caution in the consumption of certain species or seafood from specific waters. Seafood Choices carefully explores the decision-making process for selecting seafood by assessing the evidence on availability of specific nutrients (compared to other food sources) to obtain the greatest nutritional benefits. The book prioritizes the potential for adverse health effects from both naturally occurring and introduced toxicants in seafood; assesses evidence on the availability of specific nutrients in seafood compared to other food sources; determines the impact of modifying food choices to reduce intake of toxicants on nutrient intake and nutritional status within the U.S. population; develops a decision path for U.S. consumers to weigh their seafood choices to obtain nutritional benefits balanced against exposure risks; and identifies data gaps and recommendations for future research. The information provided in this book will benefit food technologists, food manufacturers, nutritionists, and those involved in health professions making nutritional recommendations.

Book Dietary Factors and Risk of Colorectal Cancer

Download or read book Dietary Factors and Risk of Colorectal Cancer written by Yikyung Park and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Military Strategies for Sustainment of Nutrition and Immune Function in the Field

Download or read book Military Strategies for Sustainment of Nutrition and Immune Function in the Field written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1999-05-13 with total page 722 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every aspect of immune function and host defense is dependent upon a proper supply and balance of nutrients. Severe malnutrition can cause significant alteration in immune response, but even subclinical deficits may be associated with an impaired immune response, and an increased risk of infection. Infectious diseases have accounted for more off-duty days during major wars than combat wounds or nonbattle injuries. Combined stressors may reduce the normal ability of soldiers to resist pathogens, increase their susceptibility to biological warfare agents, and reduce the effectiveness of vaccines intended to protect them. There is also a concern with the inappropriate use of dietary supplements. This book, one of a series, examines the impact of various types of stressors and the role of specific dietary nutrients in maintaining immune function of military personnel in the field. It reviews the impact of compromised nutrition status on immune function; the interaction of health, exercise, and stress (both physical and psychological) in immune function; and the role of nutritional supplements and newer biotechnology methods reported to enhance immune function. The first part of the book contains the committee's workshop summary and evaluation of ongoing research by Army scientists on immune status in special forces troops, responses to the Army's questions, conclusions, and recommendations. The rest of the book contains papers contributed by workshop speakers, grouped under such broad topics as an introduction to what is known about immune function, the assessment of immune function, the effect of nutrition, and the relation between the many and varied stresses encountered by military personnel and their effect on health.

Book Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Metabolism

Download or read book Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Metabolism written by Graham C. Burdge and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2018-05-04 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Metabolism explores a number of major roles of PUFA in the body, including its role as a component of cell membranes and how it provides substrates for the synthesis of lipid second messengers. Recent studies are unraveling the effect of interactions between diet and endocrine factors and genetic and epigenetic variation on the regulation of PUFA biosynthesis in animals. Together, these recent findings provide novel insights into the impact of differences in PUFA supply on health. This book captures these findings in a manner that marks the state-of-the-art, placing them in the wider context of PUFA metabolism and nutritional science. Users will find a comprehensive discussion on the topic that presents the contributions of leading researchers who combine their knowledge to create a cohesive academic resource for researchers, those involved in production, and health policymakers. - Provides a comprehensive view of polyunsaturated fatty acid metabolism - Describes underlying metabolism on lipids that include polyunsaturated fatty acids - Includes discussions on recent findings on the genetic and epigenetic regulation of polyunsaturated fatty acid metabolism

Book Use of Glucosamine  Chondroitin  and Omega 3 Fatty Acid Supplements in Relation to Inflammation and Risk of Colorectal Cancer

Download or read book Use of Glucosamine Chondroitin and Omega 3 Fatty Acid Supplements in Relation to Inflammation and Risk of Colorectal Cancer written by Elizabeth D. Kantor and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a prior exploratory analysis conducted within the VITamins and Lifestyle (VITAL) cohort study, we observed that use of glucosamine, chondroitin, and omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid (omega-3 PUFA)-containing fish oil supplements was associated with decreased risk of colorectal cancer (CRC) after 5 years of follow-up. With an additional 2 years of follow-up in the VITAL cohort, we have examined these associations in more detail among 77,719 adults aged 50-76, and have explored the biologic mechanisms by which these supplements may reduce CRC risk. Data on 220 VITAL biomarker study participants was used to test whether use of glucosamine, chondroitin, and fish oil supplements is associated with oxidative stress, DNA damage, and DNA repair capacity. Additionally, we have used data from the National Health And Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) to evaluate the association between use of these supplements and inflammation among 9,947 adults aged 25 and older. Persons reporting use of glucosamine+chondroitin on 4+ days/week for 3+ years had 45% lower risk of CRC than non-users [Hazard Ratio (HR): 0.55; 95% CI: 0.30-1.01; p-trend: 0.16]. This association varied by body mass index (p-interaction: 0.006), with a significant inverse association observed among the overweight/obese only. As compared to non-use, high use of fish oil supplements (4+ days/week for 3+ years) was associated 49% reduced of CRC (HR: 0.51; 95% CI: 0.26-1.00; p-trend: 0.06). The association between fish oil use and decreased risk of CRC was primarily observed among men (p-interaction: 0.02), and for cancers of the colon rather than cancers of the rectum (p-difference: 0.05). We also examined the associations between omega-3 PUFAs, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and CRC, as well as between dark fish consumption and CRC. While total (diet+supplementary) EPA+DHA intake and dark fish consumption were not associated with CRC overall, these associations were modified by underlying genetic risk (p-interaction: 0.009 and 0.02, respectively): significant inverse associations were observed among persons of low and moderate genetic risk, while positive associations were observed among persons of high genetic risk. Glucosamine and chondroitin supplements were also observed to be associated with reduced oxidative stress, as measured by prostaglandin 2 alpha (p-trend: 0.01 and p-trend: 0.003, respectively) and reduced inflammation, as measured by high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP). Persons reporting use of glucosamine supplements experienced 17% lower hsCRP than non-users (0.83; 95% CI: 0.74-0.93), while chondroitin users had 22% lower hsCRP than non-users (0.78; 95% CI: 0.67-0.92). However, use of glucosamine and chondroitin supplements was not associated with DNA damage, DNA repair, or 8-isoprostane, another measure of oxidative stress. Fish oil supplement use was associated with reduced hsCRP (ratio: 0.84; 95% CI: 0.71-1.00), but not with measures of oxidative stress/DNA damage. Our findings suggest that use of glucosamine, chondroitin, and fish oil supplements may be associated with a reduced risk of CRC and offer plausible biologic mechanisms to support these observed associations. CRC poses a substantial health burden in the United States, and there is great need to identify safe and effective preventives. Further research will be needed to better understand the chemopreventive potential of these supplements.

Book Nutritional Aspects of Cardiovascular Disease

Download or read book Nutritional Aspects of Cardiovascular Disease written by Great Britain. Department of Health and published by Stationery Office Books (TSO). This book was released on 1994 with total page 562 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recommendations on diet given as targets for population groups. Specific recommendations for intake of saturated fatty acids, cis-mono-unsaturated fatty acids; cis-polyunsaturated fatty acids;trans-fatty acids, dietary cholesterol, carbohydrates; sodium;potassium; antioxidant nutrients; alcohol.

Book The Relationship Between Dietary Omega 3 and Omega 6 Fatty Acid Intake and Colorectal Cancer

Download or read book The Relationship Between Dietary Omega 3 and Omega 6 Fatty Acid Intake and Colorectal Cancer written by Andrew G. Kunihiro (Graduate student) and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: