Health
Why is American food so unhealthy?
It's no secret: The standard American diet is at the root of the obesity epidemic and many of its associated diseases.
Jan 17, 2023
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Diabetes
Diabetes care gets major update: More aggressive approach to weight loss, cholesterol, disparities recommended
The American Diabetes Association on Monday released new standards of care to reflect changes in technology, improved medications and a deeper understanding of the social factors that contribute to disease and diabetes control.
Dec 13, 2022
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Health
Whole-grain food consumption impacted by consumer skepticism and lack of labeling standards
Despite numerous health benefits and recommendations from dietary guidelines, whole-grain food intake remains low globally. A research article featured in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, studies consumer ...
Dec 5, 2022
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Health
Are Americans eating enough whole grains? It depends on who you ask
A diet rich in whole grains, which are naturally high in fiber, is associated with lowering a person's risk for various health problems. Overall, Americans are eating more whole-grain foods than ever before, researchers from ...
Nov 30, 2022
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Medical research
Skipping meals, fasting and eating meals too closely together may be linked to increased mortality risk
Eating only one meal per day is associated with an increased risk of mortality in American adults 40 years old and older, according to a new study in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Skipping breakfast ...
Nov 22, 2022
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Health
Ultraprocessed foods linked to premature deaths
Ultraprocessed foods (UPFs), ready-to-eat-or-heat industrial formulations made with ingredients extracted from foods or synthesized in laboratories, have gradually been replacing traditional foods and meals made from fresh ...
Nov 7, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the obesity epidemic
A major presentation at this year's International Congress on Obesity (ICO 2022) in Melbourne, Australia (18–23 October) (a biennial meeting of the World Obesity Federation) will describe how a combination of factors including ...
Oct 19, 2022
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Health
What's this 'longevity' diet, and will it really make you live longer?
You may have heard about the longevity diet, and its promise of an extended life span—but what exactly is it and is it any different to other diets promoting good health?
Sep 22, 2022
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Health
Q and A: 10 nutrition myths debunked
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: As a woman in my 40s, I've experienced a wide variety of diet fads come and go. One week I read it's bad to eat carbs. The next week, it's full-fat dairy products. I've seen articles that say I should only ...
Aug 3, 2022
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Health
Are ultra-processed foods harmful? Experts weigh the evidence
Dietary guidelines form the basis for nutrition advice and regulations around the world. While there is strong scientific consensus around most existing guidelines, one question has recently stirred debate: Should consumers ...
Jun 7, 2022
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