Newswise Feature Channel: Health Food

Holiday Safety: Johns Hopkins Expert Available

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 07:45:31 EST

Healthy Eating Habits to Carry You Through the Holidays

UT Southwestern Medical Center — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 21:30:21 EST

This season of office parties and extravagant meals is filled with tempting treats that can make it difficult to reach your health goals. But preserving a well-balanced diet doesn't mean you have to sacrifice taste or fun, according to nutrition experts at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Consumers of Diet Beverages and Sugar Substitutes Have Lower Quality Diets, New Study Says

George Washington University — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:00:40 EST

A new study shows that people who consume diet beverages and packets of sugar substitutes such as aspartame, sucralose, or stevia have a lower quality diet compared to people who do not eat foods... ...

A Low Omega-6, Omega-3 Rich Diet and Fish Oil May Slow Prostate Cancer Growth, UCLA Study Finds

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Health Sciences — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:00:00 EST

A new study led by UCLA offers new evidence that dietary changes may help reduce cancer cell growth in patients undergoing active surveillance, a treatment approach that involves regular monitoring of the cancer without immediate intervention.

Illinois researchers develop model to evaluate food safety control strategies for produce industry

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:30:32 EST

Leafy greens can become contaminated with pathogenic E. coli or other bacteria. Growers and processors work hard to implement multiple safety procedures, but contaminated products still slip through the cracks. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign looks at control measures and product testing in the produce supply chain.

TruHeight Growth Protein Shake Clinical Pilot Study Suggests Promising Support For Height Growth in Children and Adolescents

TruHeight Vitamins — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 18:20:49 EST

TruHeight, a leader in innovative nutritional supplements designed for children's growth and development, is pleased to announce the results of a six-month randomized controlled pilot study suggesting that its Growth Protein Shake may support height growth in children and adolescents. The study provides preliminary evidence that reinforces growing support from pediatric health professionals, parents, and kids due to the brand's focus on safety and effectiveness.

Expert Povides Four Ways to Keep Your Kids From Becoming Picky Eaters

Children's Hospital Los Angeles — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:05:48 EST

Preventing picky eating starts in infancy, before tastes grow more stubborn. Don't overuse food pouches. Kids need to experience different flavors and textures. Children can learn to like foods they initially reject if exposed to them repeatedly.As long as there are freezers stocked with chicken nuggets, there will be children who turn their noses up at salmon.

New Years Resolutions? No Thanks! Tips on Controlling Allergies and Asthma? Yes, Please

American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 09:00:19 EST

If you have allergies or asthma, keeping yourself healthy and free of symptoms needs to be a priority, doesn't have to be complicated.

'Weather' It's Hot, or Not: Aussies Overindulge at Christmas

University of South Australia — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 14:30:36 EST

In the first study of its kind, University of South Australia researchers found that compared to the yearly average, people's alcohol intake in December was 70% higher, non-alcoholic drinks (like juice and soft drinks) were about 30% higher, and sweet and savoury snacks were about 10% higher.

Study Uses Simulated Gastrointestinal Tract to Test Surprising Health Benefit of Sugar Alternative

Toronto Metropolitan University — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:30:34 EST

Low on Energy? Expert Recommends a Natural Boost Over Caffeine

Virginia Tech — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 09:55:24 EST

Pounding energy drinks and scheduling extra coffee stops in your day may do you more harm than good. Kristen Chang, assistant director of the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics program, offers natural approaches to boost your energy levels this time of year.

Ultraprocessed Foods Account for More than Half of Calories Consumed at Home

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 11:10:14 EST

A new analysis led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that more than half of calories consumed at home by adults in the U.S. come from ultraprocessed foods.

تنبيهات ونصائح صحية لمساعدتك خلال موسم العطلات

Mayo Clinic — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:30:32 EST

سواء من حيث الإفراط في تناول الطعام، أو الإصابة بمرض أو الشعور بالتوتر أو التعب الشديد، فإن الجدول المزدحم لفعاليات العطلات قد يؤثر سلبًا على الصحة، كما صرّحت صفية ديبار، الحاصلة على بكالوريوس الطب والجراحة ممارس عام وخبير التعامل مع الضغوط في مايو كلينك هيلثكير في لندن وفي هذا التصريح، أجابت د. ديبار عن أسئلة شائعة وقدمت نصائح للمساعدة في قضاء تجمعات العطلات بصحة جيدة.

Dicas de saude e cuidados para ajuda-lo a enfrentar as de festas de final de ano

Mayo Clinic — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:20:15 EST

Seja pelo excesso de comida, ao contrair uma doenca, se sentir estressado ou extremamente cansado, um calendario cheio de festas no final de ano pode afetar a sua saude, diz Safia Debar, Bacharel em Medicina e Cirurgia, medica generalista e especialista em gestao de estresse na Mayo Clinic Healthcare em Londres. Neste alerta do especialista, a Dra. Debar responde a perguntas frequentes e oferece dicas para ajuda-lo a poder enfrentar os encontros festivos de forma saudavel.

Consejos de salud y cuidado para ayudarle a enfrentar las fiestas de fin de ano

Mayo Clinic — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:40:28 EST

Ya sea por comer en exceso, contraer una enfermedad, sentirse estresado o extremadamente cansado, un calendario lleno de fiestas de fin de ano puede afectar su salud, dice Safia Debar, Licenciada en Medicina y Cirugia, medica generalista y experta en gestion del estres en Mayo Clinic Healthcare en Londres. En esta alerta del experto, la Dra. Debar responde preguntas frecuentes y ofrece consejos para ayudarle a poder enfrentar las reuniones festivas de manera saludable.

Health Tips and Lookouts to Help You Power Through the Holiday Season

Mayo Clinic — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:35:57 EST

Whether it's overeating, catching an illness or feeling stress or sheer exhaustion, a busy calendar of holiday festivities can take a toll on health, says Safia Debar, MBBS, a general practitioner and stress management expert at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London.

A Healthy Diet Helps the Weighty Battle with Chronic Pain

University of South Australia — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:30:26 EST

New research from the University of South Australia shows that adopting a healthy diet can reduce the severity of chronic pain, presenting an easy and accessible way for sufferers to better manage their condition.

Last Chance to Register for Dec. 10-12 IAFNS Science Innovation Showcase

Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:00:34 EST

Join us in the afternoons for this virtual, science-focused meeting on food research.

What Motivates Americans to Eat Less Red Meat?

Society for Risk Analysis (SRA) — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:35:00 EST

Researchers at Baruch College and the University of Southern California (USC) surveyed more than 7,500 adults as part of the Understanding America Study - a probability-based Internet panel of individuals 18 and older. They will present their research at the December annual meeting of the Society for Risk Analysis in Austin, Texas.

UAlbany Chemists Develop Color-Changing Test for Rapid Salmonella Detection

University at Albany, State University of New York — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:55:19 EST

UAlbany researchers have developed a new method for fast-acting salmonella detection. The test employs a paper strip that changes color in the presence of the bacterial genome, enabling quick, easy and inexpensive screening for salmonella in food products.