Comparison of food portion sizes across Europe
by An Italian study recently compared standard portion sizes for different food categories in European countries. The study identifies a wide variation between countries regarding its …
Tag: Nutrition
Nutrition expert on the ‘pros’ of protein in your diet | Health
Although we are all caught up in the middle of our daily lives, focusing on our overall well-being and good health is paramount, and while …
Link found between eating late and a higher consumption of ultra-processed foods
In a recent study published in the journal nutrientsresearchers in Italy examined associations between meal timing and food processing. Unhealthy diets are risk factors for …
Do you have type 2 diabetes? Switch to a plant-based, low-carb diet to increase life expectancy – Consumer Health News
MONDAY, March 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Cutting back on some carbs could help people with type 2 diabetes live longer — as long as …
The Wright Medicine: Focusing on nutrition | community columns
For several years now, the Wright Center for Community Health has been promoting healthier eating habits through our lifestyle medicine initiative. With March serving as …
What are the main dietary sources of sodium in the United States?
About 90% of Americans consume sodium, a mineral and one of the chemical elements found in salt, at levels higher than those recommended by the …
A diet rich in vitamin A may reduce the risk of developing asparaginase-associated pancreatitis in patients with ALL.
Eating a diet rich in vitamin A or its analogues may help prevent children and young adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) from reducing the …
The ‘holistic nutrition’ opportunity in food and drink
The health and wellness trend is on the rise. According to a survey conducted by McKinsey & Company, 79% of respondents in six countries believe …
Eating a traditional Mediterranean-type diet may help reduce the risk of dementia
Eating a traditional Mediterranean-style diet, rich in foods like seafood, fruits and nuts, can help reduce dementia risk by nearly a quarter, a new study …
Revamping lifestyle can boost brain health and prevent neurocognitive decline
In a recent article published in the journal cureresearchers from Loma Linda University Medical Center and the University of California Irvine reviewed the impact of …