UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
NUTRITION PERSPECTIVES
Volume 24, No. 6
Nov/Dec 1999
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Vitamin B6 and Premenstrual Syndrome
Healthy Kids Snack Smart
Uterine Cancer Update: Can Weight Control and Diet Lower the Risk?
Why Breast Is Best
Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
A Pyramid for the 70+ Set
Two Studies Add to the Growing Evidence That Green Tea Is Beneficial
for Health
FDA Asked to Acknowledge the Role of Vitamin E in Preventing Heart
Disease
Exercise and Breast Cancer
Be Your Best at Every Stage of Life
Start Strength Training Now
Resources:
This is Your Life!, A New Video Kit for Today's Teens
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VITAMIN B6 AND PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME
About 95 percent of menstruating women experience some physiological symptoms
during the luteal phase of their cycle, and about 5 percent have severe symptoms. Recently
a meta-analysis of nine randomized, placebo-controlled trials of one common PMS treatment,
vitamin B6 was conducted. A total of 940 patients were included.
After exclusion of one study, which introduced a significant amount of heterogeneity, the
analysis showed that vitamin B6 was more likely than placebo to lead to a favorable result
(odds ratio, 2.32). Four of the nine trials evaluated the efficacy of vitamin B6 in
treating depressive symptoms in 541 patients; again, favorable results were more likely
with vitamin B6 than with placebo (OR, 1.69). No dose-response relation was found.
Overall, the quality of the nine studies was low; only three met one threshold of adequate
quality, only one met another, and none met both.
While this analysis suggests that vitamin B6 may be of value in PMS, the poor study
quality and the lack of a dose-response relation make this conclusion somewhat suspect. If
vitamin B6 is used for this purpose, the authors suggest that doses of 50 to 100 mg/day
are most likely to be beneficial and caution against higher doses.
Reference: Systematic review. BMJ (Clinical Research Ed.), 318(7195): 1375-81. May 22,
1999.
Source: Marton KI, Journal Watch 19(14), July 15, 1999.
HEALTHY KIDS SNACK SMART
Snacks should provide the energy hungry kids need, as well as their meals. While
occasional sweet treats please young taste buds, offering snacks based on the USDA's Food
Guide Pyramid provides the biggest nutritional bang for your snack-time buck:
¨ Bread and grain group: Whole-grain breadsticks or crackers with cheese, fortified
ready-to-eat cereal with milk, toasted whole-wheat raisin bagels, pumpkin bread, bran
muffins, popcorn, fig bars, oatmeal-raisin cookies, graham crackers, whole-wheat toast, or
ginger snaps.
¨ Vegetable group: Baby carrots, celery with peanut butter, steamed broccoli or Chinese
pea pods with dip, grilled cheese and tomato sandwiches, or cheese and veggie quesadillas.
¨ Fruit group: Apple slices with peanut butter, pear slices with cheese, strawberries
with yogurt, orange segments, kiwi slices, cubed melon, mini bunches of grapes, raisins or
other dried fruit, or 100 percent fruit juice alone or mixed with mineral water.
¨ Dairy group: Go low-fat for kids over 5 years old. Flavored milk, yogurt, ice cream or
yogurt shakes, pudding, and slices of cheese or mozzarella "string" cheese. Make
frozen "juice pops" with calcium-fortified juices.
¨ Meat and meat substitutes group: Wedges of hard-cooked eggs, peanut butter on crackers,
bean dip on a tortilla, or humus with pita triangles.
NOTE: Avoid serving hard, round, or difficult to chew foods to children under 3 years of
age.
Adapted from: Children's Nutrition Research Center. Nutrition and Your Child, Spring 1999.
UTERINE CANCER UPDATE: CAN WEIGHT CONTROL AND DIET LOWER THE
RISK?
According to the American Institute for Cancer Research expert report, Food, Nutrition and
the Prevention of Cancer: A Global Perspective, there is convincing evidence that obesity,
particularly that resulting from weight gained later in life, increases a woman's risk of
developing uterine cancer. A diet high in animal fat may also increase risk, while a diet
high in vegetables and fruits may offer protection against cancer.
What Is Uterine Cancer?
Uterine cancer is a disease of the uterus, the organ in the lower abdomen of a female
where a fetus develops until birth. The uterus consists of two layers: a thick muscular
outer layer and an inner lining referred to as the endometrium. By far, the most common
type of uterine cancer is cancer of the inner lining, endometrial cancer.
How Prevalent Is Endometrial Cancer?
Endometrial cancer, occurring mainly in women over age 50, is most common in developed
countries such as the United States, Canada, and countries in Western Europe. It is
uncommon in Asian and African countries. In 1999, there will be an estimated 37,400 new
cases diagnosed in the US and 6,400 deaths caused by the disease.
What Are the Symptoms?
Any unusual vaginal bleeding or discharge that occurs at any time, but particularly after
menopause, is a warning sign. If the cancer has progressed to a more advanced stage, there
may be pain in the lower abdomen and weight loss.
Are There Screening Tests for Endometrial Cancer?
A very small percentage of endometrial cancers may be picked up by the Pap test used to
screen for cervical cancer. There is at this time no effective screening test for
endometrial cancer. The best way to detect the disease in its earliest stages is to see
your doctor for your annual pelvic exam and if you observe any of the symptoms.
Recent studies indicate that a major risk factor for developing endometrial cancer is an
elevated level of the female hormone, estrogen. Marc T. Goodman, PhD, and his coworkers at
the University of Hawaii Cancer Research Center in Honolulu, are studying diet and
endometrial cancer risk. According to Dr. Goodman, "Fat may have a direct effect on
circulating levels of estrogen." Many of the other risk factors for developing
uterine cancer may also be related to the life-long levels of estrogen in a woman's body.
Can Diet Reduce the Risk of Uterine Cancer?
Dr. Goodman says, "Data from our lab supports the notion that diets low in calories
and rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grain foods, and legumes especially soybeans, can
reduce the risk of endometrial cancer." Use these findings as you plan your menus:
¨ Include generous portions of a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes
such as split peas, navy beans, kidney beans, chick peas, and soybeans.
¨ Minimize intake of foods high in animal fats such as whole milk, butter, cheese, meat,
sausage, and egg yolks.
¨ Finally, reach and maintain healthy body weight and stay physically active.
What Increases a Woman's Risk of Developing Uterine Cancer?
Dietary Risk Factors:
¨ Obesity (particularly weight gained later in life)
¨ Diet high in saturated fat
Other Risk Factors:
¨ Early onset of menstruation
¨ Late onset of menopause
¨ Infertility or never giving birth
¨ Estrogen replacement therapy (does not include progesterone plus estrogen hormone
replacement therapy)
¨ High blood pressure
¨ Diabetes
¨ Family history
Source: American Institute for Cancer Research Newsletter 65, Fall 1999.
WHY BREAST IS BEST
Breastfeeding benefits both mother and infant, says Dr. Richard Schanler, a neonatologist,
Baylor University professor of pediatrics, and the president-elect of both the Academy of
Breastfeeding Medicine and the International Society for Research in Human Milk and
Lactation.
According to Schanler, breastfeeding benefits babies because it decreases the incidence
and/or severity of:
¨ Diarrhea
¨ Lower respiratory infections
¨ Otitis media (ear infections)
¨ Bacterimia (bacteria in the bloodstream)
¨ Bacterial meningitis
¨ Urinary tract infections
¨ Necrotizing enterocolitis
Might protect babies against or modify the risk for:*
¨ Sudden infant death syndrome
¨ Juvenile-onset insulin-dependent diabetes
¨ Crohn's disease
¨ Ulcerative colitis
¨ Lymphoma
¨ Allergic diseases
¨ Other chronic digestive diseases
* Other benefits, including an apparent link between breastfeeding and reduced incidence
of childhood obesity, are under investigation.
Breatsfeeding may also:
¨ Shorten the course of infant botulism
¨ Enhance a baby's cognitive development
Breastfeeding benefits mothers because it:
¨ Reduces postpartum bleeding
¨ Helps the uterus get back in shape faster
¨ Promotes weight loss
¨ Aids in birth control
¨ May reduce the risk of osteoporosis, ovarian cancer, and pre-menopausal breast cancer
¨ Saves money
¨ Reduces parental time away from work due to child illness
Breastfeeding mothers often ask about the best ways to store their milk. Recommendations
are listed below:
The Basics:
¨ Use very clean containers. Glass is best, but plastic and baggy-type bottles can also
be used.
¨ Express milk into 2- to 4-ounce "single serve" portions, plus a few extra
1-ounce portions for when your baby wants more.
¨ Chill milk as soon as possible and definitely within four hours. When temperatures soar
above 100 degrees, chill immediately.
¨ Label and date bottles.
¨ If the milk will be used within 4 to 5 days, refrigerate. If not, freeze.
Tips for Fresh Milk:
¨ If stored in a cooler with frozen gel packs, use within 24 hours.
¨ If stored under standard refrigeration, use within 5 days.
¨ Warm by shaking gently under warm, running water.
¨ Avoid the microwave. Microwave warming can cause hot spots and damage protective
substances.
¨ Teach others who feed your infant how to prepare bottles for feeding.
Tips for Frozen Milk
¨ If stored at zero degrees in a self-defrosting freezer, use within 6 months.
¨ If stored at zero degrees in a standard freezer, use within 12 months.
¨ Defrost by shaking gently under warm, running water. Avoid microwave thawing, which can
cause hot spots.
¨ Shake gently to redistribute the fat of thawed milk that appears lumpy. It is perfectly
safe to use.
¨ Use as soon as possible once thawed. Freezing destroys some of the antibacterial
components of milk, making it more perishable than fresh.
Adapted from: Children's Nutrition Research Center. Nutrition & Your Child, Summer
1999
HEALTH BENEFITS OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS
Dieting and daily consumption of tuna, salmon, or other fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids
could help people lose weight. Researchers from the University of Western Australia
studied 69 overweight men and women for 4 months and found that those who took part in a
weight loss program and ate fish daily lost weight, lowered their cholesterol levels, and
reduced their risk of diabetes. Comparatively, participants who only participated in the
weight loss program, just consumed fish once a week, or continued with their normal eating
habits did not experience the benefits. The fish consumed by participants contained 3.65
grams of omega-3 fatty acids. The researchers concluded that eating fish once a day would
likely reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease among obese people and lower blood
pressure and cholesterol levels.
Reference: American Journal of Clinical Nutrition; Vol. 70; 1999; pp. 817-25.
Source: Nutrition Week; Vol. XXIX No. 41; October 29, 1999; p. 7.
A PYRAMID FOR THE 70+ SET
A new food guide pyramid is available for older Americans. Researchers at Tufts University
modeled the "70+" pyramid after the US Department of Agriculture's Food Guide
Pyramid.
Older Americans have some specific nutrient needs that the modified pyramid addresses.
Some notable differences in the "70+" pyramid include a narrowed base,
signifying the reduced energy intake common among this group. The modified pyramid
outlines the "nutrient dense" choices in each food category. It also emphasizes
the need for adequate hydration, a chronic problem for many older Americans, by placing
water at the base of the pyramid.
The importance of fiber intake is highlighted with icons throughout the grains , fruits,
and vegetables tiers of the graphic. Fiber intake is important for seniors but applicable
to all adults, since most Americans eat less than the recommended amounts. The flag
perched at the top of the "70+" pyramid is meant to "flag" possible
nutrient deficiencies common among seniors, and suggests that some might need supplements
of calcium, and vitamins D and B12.
"The pyramid is aimed at healthy, mobile seniors who have the resources to prepare
adequate meals," stated Alice Liechtenstein, D.Sc. with the Human Nutrition Research
Center on Aging at Tufts University. "It is especially designed to give them a little
more guidance on how to optimize their diet." The pyramid's main messages are that
people over age 70 have specific nutrient needs, and how well they meet those needs can
affect overall health status.
Adapted from: International Food Information Council Foundation Food Insight, March/April
1999.
TWO STUDIES ADD TO THE GROWING EVIDENCE THAT GREEN TEA IS
BENEFICIAL FOR HEALTH
Green tea contains high concentrations of antioxidants that have known protective effects.
Green tea has received a lot of attention lately, as scientists begin to identify its
benefits in warding off heart disease, cancer, obesity, and other illnesses.
Two new studies published in December 1999 add to the growing evidence that green tea is
more than just a tasty beverage. The studies suggest that increasing consumption of green
tea, either through increased beverage intake or adding a dietary supplement to a healthy
diet, can trigger biochemical mechanisms that affect our health.
A study by Dulloo and colleagues, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition,
found that green tea extract, which contains high concentrations of antioxidants such as
catechin-polyphenols and many other compounds including caffeine, can increase the
utilization of energy beyond the effects of caffeine alone. Consumption of green tea
produced thermogenesis and increased energy expenditure and fat oxidation in humans.
A study by Erba and colleagues, published in the Journal of Nutrition, evaluated the
effect of green tea compounds on oxidative damage caused by iron treatment in cultured
human leukemia cells. Results showed that green tea protects cells from injury. Increasing
intake of green tea may help reduce oxidative damage associated with various disease
processes.
Sheri Zidenberg-Cherr, PhD, a representative of the Public Information Committee of the
American Society for Nutritional Sciences and the American Society for Clinical Nutrition
notes, "This is exciting news for the health and nutrition community. As scientists
identify specific components in foods and beverages that affect human physiology, we gain
an understanding of the function of foods beyond meeting known nutrient requirements and
providing energy."
Today, scientists create "functional foods" by modifying the properties of
existing foods to promote specific physiological functions. The challenge for the future
lies in determining the beneficial functions of various natural foods like green tea, so
we can choose foods that meet our individual needs.
This media release provides current information on health and nutrition-related research.
This information should not be construed as medical advice. If you have a medical concern,
consult your doctor.
Source: Press Release; Public Information Committee (PIC) ASCN/ASNS, Nov. 30. 1999.|
FDA ASKED TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE ROLE OF VITAMIN E IN PREVENTING HEART
DISEASE
Louisiana State University professor William Pryor is petitioning the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) to acknowledge that vitamin E offers major benefits regarding heart
disease.
Pryor, director of the LSU Biodynamics Institute and an expert on vitamin E, says the
vitamin can help prevent heart disease and even some types of cancer. Cardiovascular
disease is the leading cause of death in the US, with more than 730,000 deaths in 1996,
according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Vitamin E, which Pryor says is nature's most potent antioxidant, prevents unwanted
oxidation, a process that triggers the development of artery-blocking plaque and the
mutation of certain chemicals into carcinogenic forms.
Pryor suggests taking about 40 IU of vitamin E per day, preferably from natural sources,
compared to the 10-15 IUs obtainable through diet alone. Although the exact amount of
vitamin E one should take is not yet known, Pryor notes that it is likely that the amount
necessary to protect against heart disease will be different from the amount that will
protect against cancer, cataracts, neurological disorders, and other diseases involving
oxidation. He believes more testing must be done to determine the proper dosage to protect
against disease.
Source: Nutrition and the M.D., 25 (11), November 1999.
EXERCISE AND BREAST CANCER
Women who exercise for seven hours a week may help reduce their risk of contracting breast
cancer. Researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts studied
120,000 women who participated in the Nurses' Health Study, which began in 1997. Over a
14-year period, the women, who were 30 to 55 years old when the study began, periodically
reported how much exercise they got a week and were routinely screened for breast cancer.
About 3,100 participants developed breast cancer over the course of the study. Researchers
found that women who exercised an average of seven hours a week, or one hour a day, for at
least 10 years had a 20 percent less risk of developing breast cancer than women who led
more sedentary lives. There was no difference in risk between women who exercised
vigorously and women who exercised moderately, researchers noted. Therefore, moderate
exercise such as brisk walking, jogging, or bike riding could reduce the risk of breast
cancer just as effectively as vigorous exercise. Women who exercised for an average of
half an hour a day experienced smaller reductions in risk of breast cancer, about 10 to 15
percent.
Resource: Archives of Internal Medicine; Vol. 159; October 1999; pp. 2290-96.
Source: Nutrition Week; Vol. XXIX No. 41; October 29, 1999; p. 7.
BE YOUR BEST AT EVERY STAGE OF LIFE
Ageless Advice for Optimal Health
What was your favorite food as a child? It is probably not the same as your first choice
today. As your tastes change over the years, so do your nutritional needs. While it's true
that a primarily plant-based diet that is low in fat can meet the nutritional needs of
nearly all people, and help stave off cancer and other chronic diseases, children, teens,
younger adults and older people all have some special needs.
Growing Children
Children need energy, or calories, to help them grow, learn, and play. In addition to a
mostly plant-based diet, healthful snacks are important. Small children have small
stomachs that can hold only limited amounts of food at each meal; healthful snacks can
make up the missing calories and nutrients. Introducing children to healthful foods and
eating habits that they can continue to select and practice for a lifetime is important.
Independent Teens
For teenagers, who are growing rapidly and are often physically active, calories and
nutrients are in high demand. Two nutrients that typically fall short in a teen's diet are
calcium and iron. Calcium builds strong bones. Lowfat milk and dairy products, kale,
salmon with bones, calcium-fortified orange juice, or calcium-fortified foods such as some
brands of tofu and whole-grain breads (check labels) should be part of a teen's daily
diet. Iron helps carry oxygen through the blood to all parts of the body. Teenage boys
need iron to meet the needs of an increase in muscle mass and a greater blood supply;
girls require iron to replace menstrual losses. Lean meat and chicken, beans, green leafy
vegetables, fish, iron-fortified cereals, and enriched whole-grain breads are good sources
of iron.
Mid-life Adults
Eating a mostly plant-based diet may protect against many cancers, as well as heart
disease, cataracts, diabetes, stroke and high blood pressure. Choosing a naturally lowfat
diet centered around vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and beans, combined with regular
physical activity, may help prevent cancer, other chronic diseases, and mid-life weight
gain.
Women's nutritional needs change from the early to the later mid-life years. During
childbearing years, getting enough folic acid, found abundantly in beans, vegetables, and
fortified breads and cereals, is critical to reduce the risk of birth defects. Iron
requirements double during pregnancy and calcium intake continues to be important. With
menopause comes a decrease in estrogen and an increase in heart disease risk and bone
loss. It's wise to eat a lowfat, plant-based diet and get adequate calcium. Some research
has shown that soy foods, which are rich in phytoestrogens (plant estrogens), may help
reduce some symptoms of menopause.
Older Adults
Older adults often need fewer calories, but in some cases, more nutrients. That is why
choosing foods that are packed with good nutrition is so important. Experts at the Tufts
University Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging in Boston, Massachusetts, recommend
that adults over age 70 choose nutrient-rich, high-fiber foods like whole grains,
fortified cereals, and brightly colored vegetables. As the sense of thirst declines with
age, it is important for older adults to drink eight or more glasses of water a day. Also,
the risk of debilitation due to bone fractures and falls increases with age, so getting at
least three servings of foods offering calcium, or taking calcium and vitamin D
supplements, is important for maintaining bone strength. Finally, older adults don't
absorb vitamin B12 as well as younger people. Getting sufficient B12 from foods including
salmon, beef, yogurt, shrimp and milk, or a supplement, is recommended. Check with your
doctor regarding all dietary supplements.
Source: American Institute for Cancer Research Newsletter; Issue 66; Winter 2000; p. 4.
START STRENGTH TRAINING NOW
Don't Wait to Start Losing
The average 25-year-old woman is 25 percent fat. The average 65-year-old sedentary woman
is 43 percent fat. As we start to lose muscle over the years, our body fat increases. The
good news is, you don't have to be "average." You can build muscle and burn fat,
while gaining strength, balance, and confidence. Oh yes, and lose weight in the process.
A Dieter's Dream
Cutting calories can help you lose fat, but unless you exercise, you'll also lose muscle.
Strength training exercises, done two to three times per week, dramatically alters the
ratio of bulky body fat to fat-burning muscle tissue. The more muscle you have, the more
calories and fat you burn, even sitting still.
Strength training has several benefits for the body, but it produces different results
than aerobic exercise. Don't consider skipping your daily walk (a great cardiovascular
workout), or regular stretching, you need to combine these types of exercise for optimal
fitness and weight loss.
More Than Muscle
Besides building strength and aiding weight control, weight lifting also improves the
ratio of LDL (bad) cholesterol to HDL (good) cholesterol, relieves arthritic symptoms and
helps prevent diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Studies show a direct link
between resistance training and increased bone density, important for preventing
osteoporosis.
Dumbbell Basics
Before getting started, consult your doctor and a strength training instructor. Strength
training exercises must be done properly to prevent injury, and effectively to build
muscle strength. Once you learn proper technique, exercises can be done on your own. If
you cannot meet with an expert, a good introductory video or guidebook can teach you basic
movements. Do exercises in front of a mirror at first, to be sure your form matches that
of the images you're learning from.
Begin a program of strengthening the largest muscles in the body: those in the legs, back
and chest. Lift a weight that's heavy enough to make you feel fatigued after 8 or 9 lifts.
If you can lift it more than 15 times, it's too light. Start with whatever weight you feel
comfortable lifting, and see how it goes. Starting out with weights that are too heavy can
cause injuries. A single set of 6 to 12 repetitions is a great place to start. In fact,
according to the American College of Sports Medicine, single sets are just as effective as
multiple sets for beginners.
Remember, a strong body not only builds confidence, improves health, and helps you lose or
maintain your weight, it promotes independence in life's later years.
Adapted from: American Institute for Cancer Research Newsletter; Issue 66; Winter 2000; p.
12.
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