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5 questions about the next U.S. dietary guidelines, and the ‘impossible restriction’ on them
Here’s the paradox: The most influential set of rules for the foods we eat are the ones most of us ignore. But they still matter for millions of Americans. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, reviewed and issued by the federal government every five years, have broad impact on what goes into federal nutritional assistance programs,…
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Could sea moss be the next superfood?
Sea moss is trending on TikTok as a so-called superfood that is connected to a long list of supposed health benefits, but is it worth the hype? In a TikTok video that was posted earlier this year that currently has 2.1 million views, beauty guru Tatyana—of the channel @tatlafata—said she had been taking sea moss…
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Bias in medical & nutritional research
<!–Uday Deb–> We often assume that conclusions about foods and medications from research studies are honest and accurate. Historically, most nutrition research was government-funded, with key organizations like the NIH in the US and NIN in India. However, budget cuts in the 21st century have led to private industries, particularly food and pharma, filling the…
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Canola Oil vs. Vegetable Oil: How to Choose the Right Cooking Oil
Many of us frequently shop for cooking oil, and are used to feeling overwhelmed courtesy of a myriad of options. This is especially common if you’re choosing between canola oil vs. vegetable oil—two popular oils on the market. These widely used cooking oils have similar features and uses, but technically, they’re not the same. Here,…
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UC Davis and BioInnovation Institute Join Forces to Advance Global Protein Nutrition
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7 Surprising Factors That Can Raise Your Risk of Malnutrition
Malnutrition (the lack of nutrition) can occur when your body doesn’t get the right amount of nutrients it needs to function. Malnutrition can lead to problems like unintended weight loss, fatigue, and slower growth. Not eating enough food, not having access to proper nutritious foods, living with an eating disorder, or having a health condition…
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Nutrition must be central to Labour’s health mission
Image: Danone Danone has come a long way since I joined the company over 30 years ago. We’ve always had a rich history in health – our founder originally sold yoghurts with ferments in pharmacies in Spain to address malnutrition in children. But over the years, as we grew as a company, our multinational portfolio…
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Nutritionists Identify the Top Superfoods of the Season
This cruciferous veggies features fiber, vitamin C and other plant compounds that support good overall health. “These mini cabbages are also chock-full of potent compounds called glucosinolates, which the body converts into isothiocyanates, cancer-fighting superstars that may prevent DNA damage on the cellular level,” Bauer explains. Brussels are also a source of vitamin K, a…
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RFK Jr. and Trump Are Fixated on Nutrition. But the U.S. Is Struggling Just to Enforce Food Safety.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is using his central role in Donald Trump’s transition team to preach for policies he says will improve the nutritional value of American food. But as the U.S. again faces a swirl of foodborne illness, his public proposals give no sign of what he and Trump would do to strengthen the…
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Is Corn A Grain, A Veggie, Or A Fruit, And Is It Actually A Veggie? Nutritionists Explain
Some foods are harder to classify into specific food groups—looking at you, avocados and tomatoes. Another one to add to that list: corn. Many people think of corn as a vegetable, but it’s sometimes shunned from certain diets due to its carb and sugar content. So what exactly is corn, and is it healthy?