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UrduA new study involving over 700,000 U.S. veterans reports that people who adopt eight healthy lifestyle habits by middle age can expect to live substantially longer than those with few or none of these habits.
Tag: Nutrition
These Foods Can Help You Live Longer and Protect the Planet
Eating more planet-friendly foods could help you live a longer, healthier life, according to new research.
MIND Diet Linked with Better Focus in School-Aged Children
A diet originally designed to help ward off cognitive decline in adults might also help improve attention in pre-adolescents, according to a new study.
Many Children in Rural Areas Receive High Salt and Sugar Foods Before Age 2
A study of over 10,000 children in rural Pennsylvania revealed that a large proportion of children were fed foods that are high in sugar and salt in their first years of life.
Researchers Identify Genes that Directly Influence What We Eat
In one of the first large-scale studies of genes related to diet, researchers have uncovered almost 500 genes that appear to directly influence the foods we eat. The findings represent an important step toward using a person’s genetics to develop precision nutrition strategies that help improve health or prevent disease.
Scientists Name Top Five Foods Rich in Prebiotics
There is growing evidence that consuming prebiotics — certain types of fiber often found in plants that stimulate beneficial bacteria in your gut — can help to maintain a healthy gut microbiome. In a new study, scientists estimated the prebiotic content of thousands of food types by using preexisting literature to find out which foods offer the highest prebiotic content.
NUTRITION 2023 Press Materials Available Now
Press materials are now available for NUTRITION 2023, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition (ASN).
School Nurses May Be Crucial to Reducing Childhood Obesity
School nurses do much more than bandage scraped knees and take temperatures. A Rutgers study, published in the journal Pediatric Nursing, suggests they also may play a key role in reducing childhood obesity.
This 4th of July, Learn How to Eat Healthy When Grilling
This week, Carol Nwelue, MD, at Baylor Scott & White Health, answers common patient questions and reacts to the latest medical research. Are there risks to eating food that has been grilled? (SOT@ :14, TRT :12) What are some tips…
NUTRITION 2023 Features Leading Nutrition Experts and Groundbreaking Research
Join us at NUTRITION 2023 for an exciting lineup of scientific symposia, educational sessions, hot-topic discussions, and award lectures covering the latest developments in nutrition science. NUTRITION 2023, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition (ASN), will be held July 22-25 at the Sheraton Boston.
FODMAP Diet is Focus of IAFNS July 12 Webinar for Nutritionists, Researchers
Careful use of a FODMAP diet with fewer fermentable carbohydrates can help manage symptoms in people with digestive disorders while maintaining good nutrition.
The expanded Child Tax Credit led to improved health and nutrition among adults
Monthly cash payments to eligible families under the temporary pandemic-era expansion of the federal Child Tax Credit led to better adult health and food security, new UCLA-led research suggests.
Ketone supplements worsen performance in trained endurance athletes, researchers find
Kinesiologists at McMaster University have found ketone supplements, used by some athletes hoping to cross the finish line faster, may in fact worsen performance.
Meeting Preview: Hot Topics at NUTRITION 2023
Reporters and bloggers are invited to join top nutrition experts for a dynamic program at NUTRITION 2023. The annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition runs July 22-25 at the Sheraton Boston and features research announcements, expert discussions, and more.
New Research Suggests Wheat Crops May Be Threatened by Unprecedented Heat and Drought
A recent study led by a researcher at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University found that the likelihood of extreme temperatures that could affect crop yields has increased significantly in wheat-producing regions of the U.S. and China.
How eating natto might help to distress
Health is wealth as the saying goes and new research now shows that it is possible to have a healthy, less stressed society through familiar and inexpensive foods.
José Andrés and the George Washington University’s Groundbreaking New Institute to Lead the World in Delivering Food System Solutions
World-renowned chef, author, and humanitarian José Andrés and international research leader the George Washington University (GW) today announced their partnership to build a premier Global Food Institute at GW, an unprecedented and transformative collaboration in the heart of the nation’s capital with plans to be a world leader in food system solution delivery.
Join Us As IAFNS Convenes Food Science, Regulatory Experts at National Press Club June 13-14
Annual conference speakers to address cutting-edge nutrition and food safety topics.
Program Announced for NUTRITION 2023 to be held July 22–25 in Boston
Join us July 22-25 in Boston for an exciting lineup of scientific symposia, educational sessions, hot-topic discussions, and award lectures covering the latest developments in nutrition science.
How diet quality affects the gut microbiota to promote health
We know that eating a healthy diet affects body weight, cholesterol levels, and heart health. A new study from the University of Illinois focuses on another component: the role of diet in supporting a healthy gastrointestinal microbiota. The researchers conclude that following the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) promotes a gut microbiota composition that may support overall health.
Experts Move Toward Solutions for Understanding How Diet Can Impact the Brain
Scientists that study cognition often use different approaches, tests and even ways of thinking about the area. But a new paper answers a call from the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee report to address “inconsistent validity and reliability of cognitive test methods.” These limitations constrain the ability to make firm conclusions about diet and cognition over the life course.
Press passes now available for NUTRITION 2023 to be held July 22–25 in Boston
Complimentary press passes are now available for NUTRITON 2023, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. Join us July 22-25 in Boston to hear about the latest developments in nutrition research, practice, and policy.
Registration Opens for Food and Nutrition Institute’s Annual Conference on Science, Regulation
A June 13-14 gathering of scientific and regulatory experts at the National Press Club
A Registered Dietitian’s Reaction to the New FDA Proposed Rule on Salt
According to the American Heart Association, roughly 90% of Americans are overdoing it on salt, consuming over twice the daily recommended amount. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced recently it was proposing a rule to allow the use of salt…
AFLW athletes off mark when it comes to diet
As footy kicks off for state women’s leagues, researchers are encouraging teams to take a closer look at athlete nutrition, as new research shows that many elite athletes are not getting enough energy to meet their needs in pre-season training or competition.
The heart benefits of walnuts likely come from the gut
A new study examining the gene expression of gut microbes suggests that the heart-healthy benefits of walnuts may be linked to beneficial changes in the mix of microbes found in our gut.
Honey, the 3D print–I mean, dessert–is ready!
Columbia Engineering researchers explore the benefits and drawbacks of 3D-printed food technology, cooking 3D-printed food with lasers as part of the system, how 3D-printed food compares to the “normal” food we eat, and the future landscape of our kitchens.
Mediterranean diet associated with decreased risk of dementia
Eating a traditional Mediterranean-type diet – rich in foods such as seafood, fruit, and nuts – may help reduce the risk of dementia by almost a quarter, a new study has revealed.
Nutrition specialist: Low-carb diets can improve treatment of liver metastases in breast cancer patients
University of Illinois researchers have found that liver metastases in breast cancer patients rely on increased amounts of glucose, indicating the possibility of a dietary intervention to reduce tumor burden and increase treatment efficacy. Approximately one-third of breast cancer patients…
Nutrition expert: An avocado a day improves gut health and cuts down belly fat for women
University of Illinois researchers found that people who ate avocado daily as part of a meal had a greater abundance of gut microbes that break down fiber and produce metabolites that support gut health. Study participants consumed their normal diets…
Out-of-this-world salad created for astronauts
An international team of scientists has created a salad that contains ingredients that could be grown on spacecraft and provide optimum nutrition for astronauts heading into deep space.
FDA issues guidelines on plant-based milk products, expert shares nutrition advice
New guidelines released by the Food and Drug Administration can help consumers better understand nutritional difference between plant-based and dairy milks, according to a food science expert. Some people believe plant-based and dairy milks are nutritionally similar, but that is not thecase, says Melissa Wright, director of the Food Producer Technical Assistant Network at Virginia Tech.
IAFNS Looks Ahead at 2nd Anniversary with Focus on Food, Nutrition, Transparency
Advancing food science for public health benefit through transparency and collaboration.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Supports Proposed USDA School Meal Standards
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics supports proposed revised standards, announced February 3 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, for foods and ingredients that are provided to children through the National School Lunch Program.
Hoelscher appointed to serve on national committee to advise the development of the U.S. Dietary Guidelines
Deanna Hoelscher, PhD, John P. McGovern Professor in Health Promotion and campus dean of UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Austin, has been appointed to the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. The Committee will be tasked with reviewing the current body of science on key nutrition topics and developing a scientific report that includes its independent assessment of the evidence and recommendations for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Food and Drug Administration as they develop the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (the Guidelines).
Vitamin A May Protect Heart from Some Effects of Obesity
Research in a mouse model of diet-induced obesity found greater disruption to genes involved in heart function when coupled with vitamin A deficiency. The study is published in the American Journal of Physiology-Heart and Circulatory Physiology. It was chosen as an APSselect article for January.
Food Systems Expert Shawn McKenzie Named Director of Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future
Shawn McKenzie, MPH, a public health leader with expertise in food systems, has been named director of the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Dollar Stores Are Growing as Food Retailers in the U.S.
Tufts University researchers have found that dollar stores are now the fastest-growing food retailers in the contiguous United States—and have doubled their share in rural areas. Households with more purchases at dollar stores also tend to be lower-income and headed by people of color.
Evidence Map of Gut Metabolites Identifies Links to Cancer, Digestive Disorders
Review of over 300 studies sifts out relationships between metabolites and health worth a further look.
New Year, New Habits: Johns Hopkins Children’s Center Experts Weigh in on Tips to Kick-start Healthy Habits in 2023
The year 2023 is here. A new year symbolizes a fresh start and offers a renewed focus on health and well-being. Many people make resolutions regarding their health — and resolutions aren’t just for adults. They are for kids, too. Johns Hopkins Children’s Center experts are available to help parents kick-start healthy habits for their children and families in 2023.
Happy, Healthy Holiday Tips — Johns Hopkins Children’s Center Experts Available to Discuss Staying Safe and Healthy this Holiday Season
Navigating RSV, COVID-19 and the Flu As more people travel and gather with family and friends this holiday season, cases of COVID-19, RSV and the flu are high and, in some areas, rising across the country. How can we keep…
Small fish could play big role in fight against malnutrition
Inexpensive, small fish species caught in seas and lakes in developing countries could help close nutritional gaps for undernourished people, and especially young children, according to new research.
Rutgers Diet and Nutrition Expert Can Discuss Minimizing Thanksgiving Overeating
Deborah Cohen, an associate professor in the Department of Clinical and Preventive Nutrition Sciences at the Rutgers School of Health Professions, is available for interviews about strategies to avoid overeating on Thanksgiving and throughout the rest of the holiday season.…
United Nations Partnership – the Power of Education to Spread Mediterranean Diet as Framework for Urban Sustainable Growth – 600 School Partnership
Green Bronx Machine, Future Food Institute, Mayor of Pollica, President of ICCAR- UNESCO, and Italian coordination of the UNESCO Emblematic Communities announce LIFESTYLE FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE to partner with 600 schools in Italy to promote human and planetary health via Mediterranean Diet.
Tufts University Researchers Find Link Between Foods Scored Higher By New Nutrient Profiling System and Better Long-Term Health Outcomes
Tufts researchers show that a holistic food profiling system, Food Compass, identifies better overall health and lower risk for mortality. The team assessed whether adults who ate more foods with higher Food Compass scores had better long-term health outcomes and found that they did.
The Medical Minute: What’s making you sleepy on Thanksgiving?
Can’t … keep … eyes … open. Too … much … turkey … A Penn State Health pharmacologist weighs in on tryptophan – is it a myth or the reason you’re sleeping at the dinner table?
Believe it or ‘nut’, almonds can help you cut calories
Weight loss is never an easy nut to crack, but a handful of almonds could keep extra kilos at bay according to new research from the University of South Australia.
Tracing tomatoes’ health benefits to gut microbes
Two weeks of eating a diet heavy in tomatoes increased the diversity of gut microbes and altered gut bacteria toward a more favorable profile in young pigs. After observing these results with a short-term intervention, the research team plans to progress to similar studies in people.
Promoting Patient Behavioral Change Through Food Choice and Self-Monitoring
Teaching patients to observe and document how they feel after eating certain foods can be a highly effective way to encourage positive lifestyle changes, according to Rutgers researchers.
Algae Could be Instrumental in Making Human Exploration of Mars Possible
A team of UNLV scientists is already researching how we can support extended space travel with oxygen and food needs for people.