This is evident from a recent study published in the journal Nutrientsresearchers examined the perceptions and barriers related to healthy eating among students in the Human Nutrition and Dietetics (HND) and Food Science and Technology (FST) programs in Spain. They found differences in how men and women, as well as students at different academic stages, … Read more
When all major cooking oils were tested (including canola, peanut and corn oils), they were all found to be more effective at lowering total and LDL (bad) cholesterol compared to butter or lard. “This means they are effective in reducing risk factors involved in conditions such as heart disease and diabetes, especially when used as … Read more
About 10 million people die from cancer every year. It is the second leading cause of death in the US after heart disease, with more than 1,500 fatalities per day. Yet much remains unknown. Researchers have linked certain behaviors to a higher risk of developing the disease. For example, people who smoke are more likely … Read more
The intersection of nutrition and health has been known for a long time. But recently, a major trend – the “food as medicine” movement – has developed. As societies grapple with rising healthcare costs and gain a growing understanding of the impact of nutrition on well-being, healthcare organizations are embracing the idea that food can … Read more
A new study in eBioMedicine examined the impact of including canned navy beans in the regular diet for eight weeks. This study focused on how such dietary change affects the gut microbiota, as well as circulating markers and metabolites, in obese individuals with a history of colorectal neoplasia and precancerous polyps. The study also included … Read more
From a recent study published in Scientific reports, researchers identified and evaluated the associations between major dietary patterns and metabolic risk factors in adults from northwestern Ethiopia. Study: Dietary patterns and associations with metabolic risk factors for non-communicable diseases. Image credits: Serhiy Stakhnyk/Shutterstock.com Background Metabolic risk factors such as abdominal obesity, high body mass index … Read more
A recent one BMC medicine study assesses adherence to World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF)/American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) recommendations and their impact on cancer incidence in the UK. Study: Adherence to the 2018 World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF)/American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) cancer prevention recommendations and risk of 14 lifestyle-related cancers in the … Read more
How many fast food restaurants do you come across every day and what does that have to do with your health? A lot ofsays Abigail Horn, chief scientist at USC’s Information Sciences Institute (ISI). Horn led a multidisciplinary team with researchers from three USC schools (Viterbi School of Engineering; Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and … Read more
Express News Service CHENNAI: Adolescence (13 to 18 years) is a period of significant growth and physical development, which includes changes in body composition, metabolic and hormonal fluctuations, the maturation of organ systems and the formation of nutrient deposits, which can influence future health. In terms of nutrition, it is also an important time to … Read more
This is evident from a recent study published in the journal Nutrientsresearchers evaluate the mediating effects of physical activity, body mass index (BMI), and diet quality on the association between loneliness and diabetes. Study: The association between loneliness and diabetes is mediated by physical activity and BMI, but not by diet quality. Image credits: asylsun … Read more