2008-09-04 OSI Pharmaceuticals Initiates Clinical Development Program for Anti-Diabetes Candidate, PSN821 - MarketWatch

PSN821 is a novel, orally available agonist of the G-protein coupled receptor GPR119 which stimulates the release of both insulin and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). In pre-clinical studies, PSN821 has demonstrated pronounced glucose lowering in rodent models of type 2 diabetes with no loss of efficacy on repeated administration, and substantial reductions of body weight in rodent models of obesity. In male diabetic ZDF rats, both acute and chronic oral administration of PSN821, significantly and dose-dependently reduced glucose excursions in an oral glucose tolerance test. In prediabetic male ZDF rats, daily oral dosing of PSN821 for 8 weeks significantly lowered nonfasting blood glucose concentrations and HbA1c levels compared to vehicle.

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2008-09-04 George Foreman(R) Day at the 2008 US Open - MarketWatch

MIRAMAR, Fla. , Sept 03, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- The George Foreman(R) division of Applica Consumer Products, Inc. , the company behind the popular web-based weight-loss reality show "Knock Out the Fat," will be taping part of an upcoming webisode at the US Open on September 4th, George Foreman(R) Day at the tournament. The taping, focused on "The Knock Out the Fat Cook-off Challenge," was made possible through the companys sponsorship of the US Open and will feature tennis great Monica Seles as a guest judge.

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2008-09-04 2008 Champions of Health Award Winners Announced - MarketWatch

Champion of Senior Health - Gail Potts / Senior Life Network, Enid - Senior Life Network programs, led by director Gail Potts, promote healthy lifestyles focusing on the benefits of regular exercise and proper nutrition to improve the quality of life of Oklahomas seniors. Periodic health screenings, designed to identify health issues in their early stages, also are provided as part of a wellness-centered approach in supporting senior health. Exercises and health education classes are offered with regular health screenings to monitor blood pressure, blood sugar, weight and cholesterol. An on-site physician referral program also is available, along with an information and referral program assisting individuals in locating resources and services within the community. Sponsors include the Northwest Oklahoma Osteopathic Foundation and

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2008-09-04 Woman Gets usd. 200 Bill After Ordering Free Green Tea - NewsChannel5 Story - WEWS Cleveland

One of them is Denise Cull, who is normally skeptical of most weight loss claims. But she remembers hearing Oprah talk about green tea. And when she saw a Web site for a type of green tea called "Wu Yi," with photos and testimonials from Rachael Ray and Oprah, she was sold.

If a product claims a celebrity like Oprah is endorsing it, do some homework. A quick check of Oprahs Web site finds that she does not endorse any brand of tea or weight loss supplements.

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A woman ordered a green tea she thought was endorsed by Oprah and Rachael Ray. Turns out, it wasnt. - John matarese green tea

2008-09-04 New program in Bowling Green aims to reward weight loss - Local

The business was started 28 years ago and is now the number one weight loss company in the world and is sold in 67 different countries, said Terance Losey, independent Herbalife distributor.

The "BG Weight Loss Challenge" is a 12-week program that teaches how to eat healthy and keep the weight off.

This is the first time it has been brought here," said leader of the "BG Weight Loss Challenge" Lamont Green, or Trizz "the herbal guy".

Its a tremendous program all over the U. S. ," Losey said. "Average weight loss is 20-30 pounds in the 12-week program. "

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2008-09-02 Fad diets dont work for long-term health, dietitians say - Cleveland Lifestyles Living, Food, Health and Fitness News from The Plain Dealer

The quick-fix market is reliably bullish, even though the products are nonsense, sometimes even dangerous. But theres something about easy weight loss that keeps em coming back for more.

It works, just like all other fad diets, mainly because they are low-calorie and contain foods with diuretic content. Long-term weight loss can be achieved only through "balance, variety and moderation in food and, of course, regular physical activity," dietitian Jamieson-Petonic said.

Fogle recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of his weight loss, a milestone that launched yet another wave of commercials. Just keep in mind that Subway doesnt promote the diet officially -- as its parent company, Doctors Associates Inc. , reminds visitors to its Web site.

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2008-09-01 Gadgets no good for health, say docs- Hindustan Times

He advises patients to go for long walks and eat healthy to lose weight instead of using slimming belts. He also suggests manual massages instead of the electronic ones. It should be mandatory for companies selling health-related electronic products to warn the buyer of their side effects before recommending them or offering them for a trial, he said.

Electronic massagers or weight-loss belts are being marketed as one-stop treatment for all problems. But doctors say mechanical health gadgets are a waste of money and may do more harm than good.

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Electronic massagers, weight-loss belts get a thumbs down; experts say the side-effects are not properly displayed, reports Jaya Shroff. - Gadgets no good for health say docs

2008-08-30 Deer and elk feeding ban outlined : News : WEYI NBC25

CWD is a fatal neurological disease that affects deer, elk and moose. Most cases of the disease have been in western states, but in the past several years, it has spread to Midwestern and eastern states. Infected animals display abnormal behaviors, loss of bodily functions and a progressive weight loss. Current evidence suggests that the disease is transmitted through infectious, self-multiplying proteins (prions). Prions are normal cell proteins whose shape has been transformed, causing CWD. The disease is transmitted by exposure to saliva of infected animals. Susceptible animals also can acquire CWD by eating feces from an infected animal, or soil contaminated by them. Once contaminated, soil can remain a source of infection for many years, making CWD a particularly difficult disease to manage.

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2008-08-30 Jim wants to meet big losers

Sier said, while classes will follow a Herbalife model, participants are welcome to use any weight loss system they choose and are not obligated to purchase any products.

Sier, a personal wellness coach for Herbalife International, and a squash and tennis pro with more than 30 years of experience, is hosting a 12-week Weight Loss Challenge that offers participants tips on nutrition, food choices and exercise with a bit of a competitive edge.

I think that when people come together in a group there is camaraderie, Sier said. If you have to show up and all your buddies are losing weight, youll want to do it, too. When you are about to put that buttertart in your mouth you might think twice.

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2008-08-30 Aastrom Biosciences, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2008 Financial Results

Net loss for the quarter ended was usd. 4,863,000, or usd. 0. 04 per share, compared to a net loss of usd. 4,829,000, or usd. 0. 04 per share for the same period in fiscal year 2007. Net loss for the twelve months ended , was usd. 20,133,000, or usd. . 16 per share, compared to usd. 17,594,000 or usd. 0. 15 per share for the same period in fiscal year 2007. The increases in net losses are primarily the result of increased research and development expenses offset on a per share basis by an increase in the weighted average number of common shares outstanding.

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