Food & Nutrition

Wal-Mart urges meat suppliers to curb antibiotic use
May 25 15


Wal-Mart Stores Inc is pressing meat, seafood, dairy and egg suppliers to reduce the use of antibiotics, becoming the first large retailer to take… Wal-Mart urges meat suppliers to curb antibiotic use   

 

Breastfeeding protects against environmental pollution
May 22 15


Aitana Lertxundi has conducted her research work within the framework of the INma (Childhood and Environment) programme led by Jesús Ibarluzea of the Department… Breastfeeding protects against environmental pollution   

 

How used coffee grounds could make some food more healthful
May 13 15


Coffee has gone from dietary foe to friend in recent years, partly due to the revelation that it’s rich in antioxidants. Now even spent… How used coffee grounds could make some food more healthful   

 

Food ads during children’s TV don’t meet proposed guidelines
May 09 15


On network and cable TV, during shows aimed at kids under age 12, the vast majority of commercials are for products with too much… Food ads during children’s TV don’t meet proposed guidelines   

 

Antioxidant effects of coffee by-products 500 times greater than vitamin C
May 07 15


It has traditionally been assumed that these by-products - coffee grounds and coffee silverskin, have few practical uses and applications. Spent coffee grounds are… Antioxidant effects of coffee by-products 500 times greater than vitamin C   

 

Late-night snacking: It it your brain’s fault?
May 05 15


After gobbling the fourth Oreo in a row while bathed in refrigerator light, have you ever thought, “That wasn’t enough,” and then proceeded to… Late-night snacking: It it your brain’s fault?   

 

Green tea extract and exercise hinder progress of Alzheimer’s disease in mice
May 05 15


According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Alzheimer’s disease (AD) may affect as many as 5.5 million Americans. Scientists currently are seeking treatments… Green tea extract and exercise hinder progress of Alzheimer’s disease in mice   

 

Use wipes in the kitchen to reduce risk of food poisoning by 99 percent Wiley
May 01 15


Consumers can reduce the risk of Campylobacter food poisoning by up to 99.2% by using disinfectant wipes in the kitchen after preparing poultry. This… Use wipes in the kitchen to reduce risk of food poisoning by 99 percent  Wiley   

 

An apple a day brings more apples your way
Apr 29 15


We have all been told not to grocery shop on an empty stomach, but what other tips can help us shop, and consequently eat,… An apple a day brings more apples your way   

 

Keeping food visible throughout the house is linked to obesity
Apr 28 15


Researchers have identified two seemingly unrelated but strong predictors of obesity: having low self-esteem related to one’s weight and keeping food visibly available around… Keeping food visible throughout the house is linked to obesity   

 

Oil or fat?
Apr 27 15


Olive oil is universally considered a much healthier alternative to meat fat. Plant-derived oils (such as olive oil, canola oil, and vegetable oil) largely… Oil or fat?   

 

Sugary drinks boost risk factors for heart disease, study shows
Apr 23 15


Beverages sweetened with low, medium and high amounts of high-fructose corn syrup significantly increase risk factors for cardiovascular disease, even when consumed for just… Sugary drinks boost risk factors for heart disease, study shows   

 

Regular consumption of yogurt does not improve health
Apr 21 15


Dietary recommendations support the consumption of dairy products as part of a healthy diet. However, after a Spanish study involving more than 4,000 people… Regular consumption of yogurt does not improve health   

 

New evidence for how green tea and apples could protect health
Apr 13 15


Scientists from the Institute of Food Research have found evidence for a mechanism by which certain food compounds could help protect our health.

Dietary… New evidence for how green tea and apples could protect health   

 

Enriched broccoli reduces cholesterol
Apr 08 15


Including a new broccoli variety in the diet reduces blood LDL-cholesterol levels by around 6%, according to the results of human trials led by… Enriched broccoli reduces cholesterol   

 

Cow’s milk found in human breast milk purchased online
Apr 07 15


Researchers testing the origins of human breast milk samples available for purchase online found that around 10% of the samples they examined contained significant… Cow’s milk found in human breast milk purchased online   

 

Is fish oil safe during chemotherapy?
Apr 05 15


Fish oil supplements might make cancer chemotherapy less effective - but many people with cancer were taking those supplements in a recent survey.

All… Is fish oil safe during chemotherapy?   

 

Eating eggs reduces risk of type 2 diabetes
Apr 02 15


Egg consumption may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, according to new research from the University of Eastern Finland. The findings were published… Eating eggs reduces risk of type 2 diabetes   

 

Critical windows to turn away junk food craving
Apr 02 15


University of Adelaide researchers have shown there are two critical windows during the developmental pathway to adulthood when exposure to junk food is most… Critical windows to turn away junk food craving   

 

Top 13 most unhealthy, cancer-causing foods
Mar 25 15


Cancer is a disease that you should never take lightly. There are cases where it strikes quickly but often, cancer manifests after years of… Top 13 most unhealthy, cancer-causing foods   

 

What is the definition of ‘natural’ foods? Consumers want to know
Mar 24 15


After decades of debate there remains no generally accepted definition of a “natural” food product. Regulatory agencies have refused to settle the issue but… What is the definition of ‘natural’ foods? Consumers want to know   

 

How do anorexics control their appetite?
Mar 23 15


Many adults, regardless of their weight, resolve to avoid fatty foods and unhealthy desserts. But despite one’s best intentions, when the moment for decision… How do anorexics control their appetite?   

 

Top 10 Cancer Causing Foods
Mar 20 15


Cancer is a disease that you should never take lightly. There are cases where it strikes quickly but often, cancer manifests after years of… Top 10 Cancer Causing Foods   

 

How green tea could help improve MRIs
Mar 18 15


Green tea’s popularity has grown quickly in recent years. Its fans can drink it, enjoy its flavor in their ice cream and slather it… How green tea could help improve MRIs   

 

A breakfast of champions for diabetics
Mar 16 15


Our modern epidemic of obesity has led to an alarming rise in the incidence of diabetes. More than 382 million people on the planet… A breakfast of champions for diabetics   

 
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