Frozen fruit and canned veg are cheap, but are they as healthy as fresh food?
You probably know fruit and vegetables are good for you, and most of us don't eat enough of them.
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Link between genetics and BMI has become stronger since rise in obesity rates, study finds
People who carry genetic variations linked to obesity are more likely to be heavier now than individuals with the same variants who were born before the recent obesity epidemic. Liam Wright of University College London and ...
Jun 18, 2026
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Organic baby formula recalled following botulism cases
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating a multistate outbreak of infant botulism linked to Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula.
Jun 15, 2026
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Not all fruits and vegetables are equal when it comes to heart health, our research shows
Fruits and vegetables are an important part of our diet. They provide nutrients and fiber, and many contain additional compounds (known as bioactives) that can improve health. But not all foods are created equal—with big ...
Jun 15, 2026
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How the food industry shapes your child's fussy eating
Your toddler demands a Bluey-themed yogurt and has a tantrum when offered something else. If it's not a Nutella sandwich, your child's lunchbox comes home uneaten. And the dinner table can become a battleground unless there ...
Jun 14, 2026
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Thrifty food plan costs vary widely across US regions and cities
A recent study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior examined how the cost of the USDA's Thrifty Food Plan (TFP), which serves as the basis for determining maximum SNAP benefits, varied across geographic regions, ...
Jun 13, 2026
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Why drinking alcohol makes you reach for chips and nachos
Have you ever wondered why savory foods like chips, nachos and salted nuts go so well with a beer or glass of wine? And why sometimes you feel an insatiable appetite for junk food while drinking?
Jun 12, 2026
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Cows v plants: Which milk delivers the best health benefits?
New research at Edith Cowan University has shed new light on the growing debate between cow's milk and plant-based alternatives. Results of the study, published in the journal Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, ...
Jun 12, 2026
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Sugary beverages may raise your risk of liver cancer
If you regularly drink soda or other sugary beverages, a new study may give you a reason to cut back.
Jun 10, 2026
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Pizza lovers and savory snackers: What secondary school pupils choose to eat
Changes are on the horizon for the food that students can choose in English schools. The government is proposing updates to the school food standards, which set out what schools can serve. The changes are aimed at increasing ...
Jun 9, 2026
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