Nutrition

Highly processed foods linked to early death, new study finds

Highly processed foods linked to early death, new study finds

A growing body of evidence suggests that consuming too many highly processed foods — items like hot dogs, chips, soda and ice cream — can have consequences beyond obesity and high cholesterol. A study published Monday in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine estimated that in 2019, the deaths of about 57,000 Brazilians between the …

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Importance of morning breakfast for children

Importance of morning breakfast for children

Nutrition in children has been the subject of immense research and study, especially its role in the neurocognitive development of children from womb to infancy. Neurocognitive development refers to the development of the brain and the knowledge and skills that help children think and understand the world around them. Studies have shown that poor nutrition …

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Extreme vegan diets can be very bad for you.  A nutritionist explains why

Extreme vegan diets can be very bad for you. A nutritionist explains why

Vegan diets have become increasingly popular over the years, especially among people looking to improve their health. Indeed, a growing body of evidence shows that plant-based diets (including vegan diets) may have numerous health benefits and have been linked to a lower risk of heart disease, as well as a decrease in body weight and …

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Dr. Mosley shares the best chocolate for lowering cholesterol and high blood pressure

Dr. Mosley shares the best chocolate for lowering cholesterol and high blood pressure

High cholesterol and high blood pressure are precursors to serious health problems, ranging from heart disease to stroke. While one clogs your arteries and the other makes them elastic, they can both be helped by chocolate. Dr. Michael Mosley explains that a certain type of this sugary treat could bring your cholesterol and high blood …

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The Worst Ingredients No One Should Put In Their Oatmeal Anymore, According To Health Experts

The Worst Ingredients No One Should Put In Their Oatmeal Anymore, According To Health Experts

When you add the right toppings to the mix, rolled oats make for an equally delicious and healthy breakfast. One of the best things about a bowl of oats is that it serves as a blank canvas – it’s probably one of the most versatile meals, as you can add just about anything your heart …

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PACE labelling on a soft drink can with woman running up stairs

Could food labels linking calories to exercise get people moving?

Food labels indicating the amount of exercise needed to burn the calories in the product are touted as a way to reduce obesity, but not everyone is convinced. Researchers from Loughborough University in the UK believe that labeling certain foods with their physical activity calorie equivalent (PACE), which tells people how much walking or running …

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I'm a doctor and I'm begging you to lose weight from here, and here's how - Eat This, Not That

I’m a doctor and I’m begging you to lose weight from here, and here’s how – Eat This, Not That

Visceral fat is a deadly health issue that isn’t talked about enough outside of the medical and health community, but it should be. It is deadly fat that is hidden deep in your abdomen and wraps around your vital organs. Although some visceral fat is good because it can protect your organs, too much of …

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Fluoride use was a consequence of faulty nutritional guidelines, researcher says

Fluoride use was a consequence of faulty nutritional guidelines, researcher says

Credit: public domain CC0 Prominent organizations, including the World Health Organization and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), have rejected low-carb diets that prevent tooth decay in favor of recommending high-carb diets that rely on fluoride and food fortification to alleviate dental damage and nutritional deficiencies, a University of Washington researcher said. In a …

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