Healthy eating may help reduce the risk of physical disability among women as they grow older. An analysis of data from almost 55,000 women who had their physical function assessed every four years from 1992 to 2008 revealed that those who ate … [Read more...]
Healthy Diet
Why Blood Glucose Rises.
It is important for the health of the body that the concentration of glucose in the blood be maintained at a constant level. This is usually accomplished by insulin, a hormone secreted by the pancreas that controls blood sugar levels in the body. But … [Read more...]
Only a Third of Men Eat Five or More Servings of Fruits and Veggies Each Day!
Even though produce consumption has slightly improved over the past 20 years, a team of Swedish researchers reports that two-thirds of men still consume fewer than five servings of fruits and vegetables per day. British Journal of Nutrition, July … [Read more...]
Dietary Fiber May Be Key to Successful Aging
Consuming a diet rich in fiber may be the key to aging successfully. In this study, researchers defined successful aging as reaching old age both disease-free and fully functional. They analyzed data on 1,609 adults aged 49 years and older and found … [Read more...]
Soon Processed Foods May Contain Less Salt
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a draft of voluntary guidelines that aims to reduce salt content in processed and prepared foods. The FDA hopes the guidelines will help reduce Americans' daily salt intake to 3,000 mg … [Read more...]
Foods that May Protect Against Pancreatic Cancer
Czech researchers report that the following foods appear to reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer when eaten three or more times per week: cabbage, broccoli, onions, tomatoes, and carrots. Klinika Onkologie, June 2016 … [Read more...]
Healthy Fats Don’t Boost Weight
According to new report, consuming a diet that includes healthy fats such as olive oil and nuts isn’t likely to cause weight gain. The study included more than 7,400 women and men who ate one of three meal plans: an unrestricted-calorie Mediterranean … [Read more...]
Many Report Better Mood After Dieting
According to a new study, going on a diet may improve your health, mood, and stress levels. The study involved 220 participants of whom nearly two-thirds were asked to restrict their daily calories by 25% for two years, while the other third ate … [Read more...]
Cutting Calories
To lose a pound a week, experts say you'll need to cut 3,500 calories during that time frame. To reach this weekly goal, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics suggests avoiding sweetened drinks and foods with added sugar, limiting fatty food … [Read more...]
Cleanse Naturally Through Diet
Are you looking for a way to "detox" your body safely and naturally? The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics offers advice on "cleansing" your body safely: drink plenty of fresh water, eat 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables daily, eat plenty of … [Read more...]
Fruit Compounds Could Be Used to Treat Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes, and CVD
A supplement consisting of compounds derived from red grapes and oranges may offer a promising new treatment for obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Researchers investigated the effects of a compound called trans-resveratrol (tRES), … [Read more...]
The Good & Bad News About Higher Calcium Intake
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), men aged 51-70 should consume 1,000 mg of calcium daily, increasing to 1,200 mg at age 71. NIH experts also recommend that women take in 1,200 mg of calcium daily starting at age 51. In a new … [Read more...]
A Healthy Diet Keeps the Brain Working!
Dutch researchers reviewed the health records and available lifestyle data of 2,165 seniors and found those whose diet was richest in fruits, vegetables, and fish were 76% less likely to experience any cognitive impairments. Their finding suggests … [Read more...]
Oily Fish Consumed During Pregnancy May Reduce Asthma Risk in Kids as They Age
Children of mothers who regularly ate salmon while they were pregnant may be less likely to receive a medical diagnosis of asthma than children whose mother did not eat salmon during their pregnancy. In this study, one group of women ate salmon twice … [Read more...]