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UrduA research team at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has developed a weight management program that helps individuals plan meals with the assistance of a web application and support from a registered dietitian. In a new study, they discuss the app’s features, development, and implementation.
Tag: Nutrition
Consumers of Diet Beverages and Sugar Substitutes Have Lower Quality Diets, New Study Says
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… …
Register Today for IAFNS Fourth Annual Dec. 10-12 Science Innovation Showcase
Everyone is invited to participate in this exchange of science related to nutrition, innovative ingredients, products and processes in the food and beverage ecosystem.
Expert Available: Bird Flu Detected in Raw Milk
Bird flu has been discovered in raw milk sold in California. It was detected during testing of whole raw milk from Raw Farm, LLC. …
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Launches Center for Equity in Child and Youth Health and Wellbeing
The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing has established a Center for Equity in Child and Youth Health and Wellbeing.
Helping Soldiers Serve on a Full Stomach
Cadet Wright is a Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program member and a senior studying Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). She’s combining her two passions of serving her country and nutrition by learning how to properly meet soldiers’ dietary needs.
Inflammatory bowel disease: the crucial period of early childhood
Breastfeeding, child nutrition and exposure secondhand tobacco smoke at an early age may play a role in the onset of inflammatory bowel disease, according to a study conducted on Quebecers.
Sharon M. Donovan Pediatric Nutrition Seminar Fund launched to advance children’s health
The Division of Nutritional Sciences (DNS), housed within the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, has established the “Sharon M. Donovan Pediatric Nutrition Seminar Fund.”
Switching to Plant Milk? Here’s What You Should Know
Alice H. Lichtenstein, senior scientist at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) at Tufts University and the Stanley N. Gershoff Professor of Nutrition at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, and Diane McKay, assistant professor at the Friedman School, recently shared their advice for people interested in making the switch from dairy milk to plant milk.
Submit Abstracts by Oct. 31 for IAFNS 4th Annual Science Innovation Showcase
An exchange of science related to nutrition, innovative ingredients, products and processes across the food and beverage ecosystem.
Southwest Foodservice Excellence Enters Exclusive Partnership with Stephen Ritz
Southwest Foodservice Excellence (SFE) and Stephen Ritz, an internationally acclaimed, award-winning, educator, author, and founder of Green Bronx Machine, have announced an exclusive partnership aimed at improving access to fresh fruits and vegetables and integrating garden learning into classroom curriculum.
Are you aging well?
University of Miami experts in kinesiology, nutrition, and lifelong learning offer tips to live a long, active life.
Americans are Meeting Minimum Needs for Essential Amino Acids
Essential amino acid intakes in the US population exceed recommended minimum requirements, but higher intakes were not correlated with muscle benefits in older adults.
Nutrition assistance programs create a stronger, more secure food economy
Increasing access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables through nutrition assistance programs not only improves the health of those in the programs — it can also better shield West Virginia from outside forces that would disrupt supply chains, according…
Study highlights pervasiveness of inflammation in American diet
Almost six in 10 Americans have pro-inflammatory diets, increasing the risk of health problems including heart disease and cancer, according to a new study that used a tool designed to examine inflammation in the diet.
Supplement secrets unveiled: debunking common myths about beauty boosters
Nutritional supplements offer a convenient way to easily increase your daily intake of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients without making significant lifestyle changes.
The Medical Minute: School lunches, the healthy way
OK, peanut butter sandwiches and veggies are good…but when it comes to school lunches, when can you give in to burgers and pizza? A Penn State Health pediatrician weighs in.
Double the DNA, double the oil: unraveling the impact of genome duplication on oil crops
Scientists have uncovered a crucial evolutionary mechanism that could revolutionize oil production in crops. The study reveals that whole genome duplications (WGDs) significantly boost oil content in oil crops, offering a strategic pathway to increase vegetable oil yields to meet rising global demand. This discovery promises to transform agricultural practices, ensuring a sustainable supply of this vital resource for both dietary and industrial use.
Nutrition know-how for patients taking anti-obesity medication
Since anti-obesity medications have become more widely known and prescribed, they have been touted as game-changing treatments for chronic overweight and obesity. But one common misconception about these medications is that they’re a magic bullet for better health, and it doesn’t necessarily matter what you eat when you’re taking them. Nothing could be further from the truth.
JMU experts offer back-to-school tips, advice for students
HARRISONBURG, Va. — As students across the country return to school for the 2024-25 academic year, faculty experts at James Madison University are providing advice to help students focus on their health and wellness, learning routines, budgeting and civic engagement.…
Honey added to yogurt supports probiotic cultures for digestive health
If you enjoy a bowl of plain yogurt in the morning, adding a spoonful of honey is a delicious way to sweeten your favorite breakfast food. It also supports the probiotic cultures in the popular fermented dairy product, according to two new studies from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Perguntas e Respostas da Mayo Clinic: Apoiar medicamentos para perda de peso com nutrição adequada e personalizada
Tara Schmidt, nutricionista registrada na Mayo Clinic em Rochester, Minnesota, fornece informações sobre a importância de se discutir nutrição no contexto de medicamentos para a perda de peso.
Lifestyle Behaviors and Needs After Breast Cancer Diagnosis: A Qualitative Assessment
Abstract Purpose: There is a need to gain a deeper understanding of facilitators and barriers involving lifestyle behaviors among newly diagnosed breast cancer patients. Design: Research team explored influences (e.g., social, cultural, environmental) for healthy lifestyle behaviors (nutrition, physical activity (PA),…
‘Food & Nutrition: Research for the Future’ focus of IAFNS 4th Annual Science Innovation Showcase
This exciting, virtual event brings together university, industry, venture investment, non-profit and government experts to review, discuss and advance innovations.
As Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games approach, experts give tips for athletes, weekend warriors, and travelers
With less than a month until the Summer Olympic Games in Paris, and with Olympic Trials taking place all around the world in different sports, Virginia Tech experts offer perspective on aspects of the competitions, applying Olympic habits to our own lives, and how the Games are impacting both travel to and life on the ground in Paris.
What You Eat at Age 40 Could Influence Your Quality of Life at 70
A new study found that fewer than 1 in 10 people were able to live free of disease and maintain good physical, cognitive and mental health to age 70 and beyond. The study suggests that sticking to a healthy diet in midlife could increase your chance of achieving healthy aging.
Want to Stay Mentally Sharp Longer? Eat a Healthy Diet Now
Eating a high-quality diet in youth and middle age could help keep your brain functioning well in your senior years, according to new preliminary findings from a study that used data collected from over 3,000 people followed for nearly seven decades.
Study Suggests States Could Cut Healthcare Costs by Delivering Patient Tailored Meals
According to new research looking at every U.S. state, programs that deliver medically tailored meals (MTMs) to people with diet-sensitive conditions such as diabetes and heart disease along with limitations in the ability to perform daily activities could lead to substantial savings in healthcare costs.
Intake of Ultra-Processed Foods Linked with Increased Risk of Death
In a new study, older adults who reported consuming higher amounts of ultra-processed foods, as defined by the NOVA classification system, were about 10% more likely to die over a median follow-up of 23 years compared with those who consumed less processed food.
Limiting Ultra-Processed Foods Does Not Necessarily Make for a Healthy Diet
A new study demonstrates that eating primarily minimally processed foods, as they are defined by the NOVA classification system, does not automatically make for a healthy diet, suggesting that the types of foods we eat may matter more than the level of processing used to make them.
Research Uncovers Heart-Protective Eating Patterns for Type 1 Diabetes
Eating patterns that align with the Mediterranean diet or the dietary approaches to stop hypertension (DASH) diet could help lower cardiovascular disease risk in adults with type 1 diabetes, according to results from a six-year study.
Trying to Eat More Vegetables? Snacking on Carrots Might Help
A new study found that eating a snack of baby carrots just three times a week significantly increased skin carotenoids in young adults. Levels of these phytonutrients were boosted even more when this healthy snack was combined with a multivitamin containing the carotenoid beta carotene.
Could Dad’s Diet Influence His Offsprings’ Health?
A study performed in mice has uncovered a potential new tool to combat the escalating issue of childhood obesity. The research suggests that a simple dietary change, in the form of a fish oil supplement taken by fathers, might help address this pressing health concern.
Compound from Olives Shows Promise for Treating Obesity and Diabetes
Findings from a new mouse study suggest that elenolic acid, a natural compound found in olives, can lower blood sugar levels and promote weight loss. The research could pave the way to the development of safe and inexpensive natural products for managing obesity and type 2 diabetes in people.
Higher Calcium and Zinc Intake Linked with Healthier Pregnancy Outcomes
People with higher intakes of calcium and zinc in the three months before they conceived were significantly less likely to suffer hypertensive disorders during their pregnancy compared with those who had lower intakes of these essential minerals, according to new research.
UA Little Rock Teams Up with Apple Seeds to Teach School Children about Healthy Living, Nutrition and Gardening
In an inspiring collaboration that focuses on community engagement, UA Little Rock has joined forces with Apple Seeds, a nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire healthy living through garden-based education, to provide invaluable hands-on experience for its students through a new internship where health education and promotion students help teach school children the essentials of nutrition, gardening, and healthy eating.
Low income, lack of food stores linked to type of snacks and sweets people eat
People living in lower-income neighborhoods and in areas without local food stores eat more snacks and sweets than those in higher-income areas and in neighborhoods with many food stores, a new study shows.
Cleveland Clinic Launches Wellness and Diet Coaching App Featuring State-of-the-Art Food and Fitness Tracking, Support and Education
Embargoed until 4am EDT Cleveland, OH (Thursday, June 27, 2024) – Cleveland Clinic and app developer FitNow, Inc. have launched the Cleveland Clinic Diet app, which offers health and diet advice built upon evidence-based nutrition science and clinical success, paired with a comprehensive food and fitness tracker.
The app provides individualized guided support with the input of Cleveland Clinic health experts to help users make sustainable changes to their lifestyle and dietary habits for better health and well-being.
NUTRITION 2024 Press Materials Available Now
Press materials are now available for NUTRITION 2024, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition (ASN). Top nutrition scientists and practitioners from around the world will gather to share the latest research findings on food and nutrition during the meeting in Chicago from June 29–July 2.
Weight loss: Go nuts or go home
New research from the University of South Australia shows that including nuts in calorie-controlled weight loss diets does not hinder weight loss, and instead may have the opposite effect.
Diet quality remains poor among socioeconomically disadvantaged populations
A study of U.S. dietary trends found that diet quality among U.S. adults improved modestly between 1999 and 2020, but the proportion of socioeconomically disadvantaged people with poor diet quality remained high, and dietary disparities persisted or worsened.
American diets have a long way to go to achieve health equity
Poor diet continues to take a toll on American adults. In a study from the Food is Medicine Institute at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine, researchers found that diet quality among U.S. adults improved modestly between 1999 and 2020. However, they also found that the number of Americans with poor diet quality remains stubbornly high. Most notably, disparities persist and, in some cases, are worsening.
NUTRITION 2024 showcases groundbreaking research on what we eat and why it matters
Be among the first to hear breaking news in food and nutrition science at NUTRITION 2024, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition held June 29–July 2 at McCormick Place in Chicago.
Fewer than 1 in 4 patients receive dietary counseling after a heart attack
Although diet is the leading contributor to premature death from heart disease in the United States, fewer than one-quarter of people who undergo major heart events receive dietary counseling in the aftermath, a study finds. The reason for such a low rate, researchers suggest, may be a lack of time for providing the counseling or expertise in this area by clinicians.
CHOP Researchers Develop Easy-to-Use Screening Tool to Help Improve Family Access to Federal Nutrition Programs
Researchers developed, implemented and successfully tested a nutrition screener to improve access to healthy resources for families eligible for federally funded food benefits.
Food for thought: Study links key nutrients to slower brain aging
Scientists have long been studying the brain with a goal of aiding healthier aging. While much is known about risk factors for accelerated brain aging, less has been uncovered to identify ways to reduce cognitive decline.
New study points to new ways to effectively combat military food insecurity
One in four service members experience food insecurity. To combat this statistic, Uniformed Services University (USU) researchers recently evaluated military perceptions of the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), in hopes of ultimately increasing access to nutritious food.
Meeting preview: Hot topics at NUTRITION 2024
Thousands of top nutrition experts will gather next month for a dynamic program of research announcements, policy discussions and award lectures at NUTRITION 2024, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. Reporters and bloggers are invited to apply for a complimentary press pass to attend the meeting in Chicago from June 29–July 2.
Juyun Lim, PhD, Joins Monell Chemical Senses Center to Focus on Sensory Nutrition Research
The Monell Chemical Senses Center welcomes Juyun Lim, PhD, as the newest addition to the faculty at Monell, starting in August, 2024. She is currently a Professor of Sensory Science and the Chair of the Graduate Program in the Department of Food Science and Technology at Oregon State University.
Program announced for NUTRITION 2024 to be held June 29–July 2
Reporters are invited to join leading nutrition researchers and professionals at NUTRITION 2024, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition.