People who adhere closely to a Mediterranean diet — comprising olive oil, grains, fruits, nuts, vegetables and fish and low in meat and dairy – may have a lower risk of developing diabetes according to a recent study.

The Nutrition for Life Project works to ensure that people with HIV get the nutrition they need.

Eating a balanced, healthy diet is definitely beneficial for people with HIV. Some studies have shown that people with nutrient deficiencies have more rapid disease progression or respond to treatments less well.

Even among long-term survivors, Steven has survived more than most. Steven has been near death a number of times, and has always found the strength to pull through. Despite numerous obstacles, Steven has always been able to find the strength to work out ways to make the best of his situation and develop new strategies to manage his health.

After more than 20 years experience of living with HIV, Ron has worked out how to keep his life balanced. He works at remaining self-aware, and he has developed strategies to help manage competing pressures from work, his relationship and HIV, and to stay in control of his physical and mental health.

From the AFAO/NAPWA treatments resource 'Managing Side Effects'.

HIV-positive people need to be targeted for heart disease screening and treatment, according to one of the largest studies of HIV and cardiac health ever conducted; published in the October 15th edition of Clinical Infectious Diseases.

HIV-related news in brief from the March 2007 edition of Positive Living.

HIV-related news in brief from the December 2006 edition of Positive Living.

Which of these two foods is a naturopath most likely to try and convince you to stop eating: green leafy vegetables or sugar? It’s sugar of course!