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Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet for Men
A duo of research reports suggests that it can be a good idea for men to get on board with the much-vaunted Mediterranean diet.
Agriculture Revenue Is Low
If you are a farmer, you make 7 cents on the dollar for the food you are producing, according to statistics on agriculture revenue.
Low-Fat Diets and Overeating
A controlled feeding study at the National Institutes of Health challenges the idea that low-fat diets per se spur on people to overeat.
MyPlate for Dietary Guidelines
Data from 2017 to March 2020 showed that 25.3% of U.S. adults had heard of MyPlate, the government’s tool for dietary guidelines.
Where’s the Iodine?
Rates of mild-to-moderate iodine deficiency are not only common but also appear to be increasing, despite a salt-iodization program.
Health Benefits of Family Dinners
A survey found that 91% of parents said family dinners reduce feelings of stress, with 84% wishing they could eat together more frequently.
Nutrition for Young Athletes
Participation in athletics can be an important contributor to an adolescent’s physical, cognitive and emotional development.
Big Breakfast and Metabolism
Going big at breakfast may not drive up metabolism, but it could help people following a calorie-conscious eating pattern feel more satiated.
Bone Fracture Risk on Plant-Based Diets
More people are turning to plant-based diets, but there is a chance this may come with a risk for weakened bones, at least in women
Recipe: Sweet-Potato Yogurt Bowl
This bowl of sweet-potato sauce and yogurt swirled together—and strewn with granola, nuts and seeds—is a nutritious way to enjoy nourishment.
Nutritional Deficiency and Depression
Researchers found overall nutritional deficiency was associated with worsening mental health and depression.
Dangerous Bacteria in Spice Containers
A new study has found a surprising risk for cross-contamination and food poisoning: bacteria in spice containers.
Antibiotics in Food
Researchers have developed a cost-effective method to simultaneously measure up to 77 antibiotics in food.
Word of the Day: Trimethylamine N-Oxide (or TMAO)
There’s a positive correlation between elevated plasma levels of trimethylamine N-oxide and an increased risk for cardiovascular disease.
Distance to Supermarket Tied to Disease Risk
Researchers identified the distance between a household and a supermarket as a risk factor for certain health conditions.
Caffeine and Athletes
Athletes turn to caffeine to help them get through a tough workout, but as with any good thing, too much can be problematic for performance.
Magnesium and Diabetes Risk
Only about half of Americans consume the recommended amount of magnesium—a trend that may play a role in the escalating diabetes rates.
Poor Diet Trend Among Older Adults
If you’re working with older clients, it’s a good idea to make sure they are bucking the suboptimal diet trend within this demographic.
Dietary Defenses and Nutrition for Immunity
Fitting nutrition for immunity should contain foods and other active substances that are known to stimulate and balance immune responses.
Good News About Gluten
A study in The Journal of Nutrition suggests most people can still eat gluten and have a chance to live well into their golden years.