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Food rules positively influence teen food choices
It turns out that kids are paying more attention than you think when you say broccoli is good for them.
May 14, 2018
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Taxing sweet snacks may bring greater health benefits than taxing sugar-sweetened drinks
Taxing sweet snacks could lead to broader reductions in the amount of sugar purchased than similar increases in the price of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), according to new research published in BMJ Open.
Apr 26, 2018
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Multiple screen use affects snack choices
Using multiple screen devices simultaneously while snacking may influence food choices, according to a new Michigan State University study.
Mar 19, 2018
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Descriptive phrases for how often food should be eaten helps preschoolers better understand healthy eating
Approximately one in four preschoolers in the US are overweight or obese, and poor nutrition in early childhood has enduring consequences to children's cognitive functioning. Preschool, therefore, is a critical period for ...
Feb 22, 2018
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Airline food study provides travelers with the best in-flight food choices
There will more than 51 million passengers traveling during this holiday season (Dec. 15th -Jan 4th) according to trade group Airlines for America . Knowing what are the "best" and "worst" choices is a valuable tool for ...
Dec 7, 2017
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Food should be marketed as a 'meal' rather than a 'snack' to avoid overeating
Marketing food as a 'snack' leads to increased consumption and continued overeating, a new study in the journal Appetite reports.
Oct 30, 2017
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Federal snack program does not yield expected impacts, researchers find
A well-intentioned government regulation designed to offer healthier options in school vending machines has failed to instill better snacking habits in a sample of schools in Appalachian Virginia, according to a study by ...
Aug 17, 2017
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When you're the only one on a diet
(HealthDay)—Dieting is tough enough. But when you're the only one at home cutting back on calories, you might face temptation every time you open the fridge.
Aug 14, 2017
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Snacks with added fiber a part of Nutrition Facts delay
Snack bars, cereals and brownies with added fiber may not appear as filling under a new labeling rule.
Jun 15, 2017
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Computer game could help children choose healthy food
A simple brain-training game could help children choose healthy snacks instead of chocolate and sweets, according to a new study.
May 17, 2017
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