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Cutting Meat Consumption Could Lower Diabetes Rate in US
A new study finds eating less meat – both processed and unprocessed -- could significantly lower diabetes, heart disease and colon cancer rates in the US.
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Text-Messaging Program Helps Parents Keep Infants at Healthy Weight
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 4, 2024
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Text messages and other online feedback can help prevent obesity in very young children, a new study demonstrates.
Kids had a healthier weight-for-height growth curve during their first two years if parents were offered electronic feedback on feeding habits, playtime and...
Halloween Candy: Don't Get Spooked by All That Sugar
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 31, 2024
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Sugar overload is a real danger on Halloween, as piles of candy prove a powerful temptation to both Trick-or-Treaters and the folks handing out the goodies.
Too many sweet treats can instigate a blood sugar spike followed by a hard crash, causing folks to become irritabl...
Check Your Cabinet: Some COVID Test Expiration Dates Have Been Extended, FDA Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 31, 2024
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Don’t automatically throw out that old COVID-19 at-home test you just came across in your medicine cabinet.
It might still be good, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Adminis...
Cutting Back on Carbs Could Help Folks With Type 2 Diabetes
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- October 23, 2024
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Type 2 diabetes is caused in part by the failure of pancreatic beta cells to respond as they should to blood sugar.
Now, new research suggests that switching to a low-carbohydrate diet might correct that beta cell dysfunction, boosting patients' health.
"People wit...
Healthy Eating May Keep 'Low Grade' Prostate Cancers in Check
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 21, 2024
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A healthy diet can help keep prostate cancer in check, a new study finds.
The better a man eats, the less likely his low-grade prostate cancer will progress to a more dangerous state...
Most Pregnant Women Exposed to 'Hormone-Disrupting' Chemical in Food
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- October 21, 2024
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Studies in mice have shown that the fungal toxin zearalenone can mimic estrogen, and it might hamper reproduction.
It's not yet clear if the "mycoestrogen" compound can do the same in women. However, a new study finds that nearly all pregnant women ingest
Love Bread & Pasta? Humans' Hunger for Carbs Has Ancient Roots
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 18, 2024
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Folks who struggle to reduce their carb intake might be able to blame ancient DNA still lurking in humans, a new study suggests.
Humans carry multiple copies of the salivary amylase gene (AMY1), which helps begin breaking down starch in the mouth -- the first step in dig...
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Antibodies in Mom's Breast Milk Are Protecting Babies
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- October 3, 2024
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THURSDAY, Oct. 3, 2024 (HeathDay News) -- Moms-to-be have long known about breast milk's multiple benefits. Now, a global study confirms that antibodies passed from to baby i...
California Bans 6 Artificial Dyes in Foods Served at Public Schools
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- October 1, 2024
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A new law just passed in California makes it the first state to tell public schools they may no longer serve foods that contain six artificial dyes linked to health and behavior problems among children.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the&n...
Babies Who Got Only Breast Milk in Hospital Have Lower Asthma Rates
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- September 27, 2024
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If you think it isn't important to start breastfeeding your newborn while still in the hospital, think again.
New research shows that infants who were exclusively fed breast milk during their hospitalization right after birth were 22% less likely to develop asthma in ear...
Most Pregnant Women Will Become Iron Deficient, Study Finds
- September 26, 2024
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Four out of five pregnant women will become deficient in an essential nutrient, iron, by their third trimester, a new study finds.
The researchers and other experts are now advocating that iron levels be routinely checked during a pregnancy for the safety of a mother and...
Many Toxic Chemicals Leach Into Human Bodies From Food Packaging
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- September 17, 2024
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That plastic wrap you find around the food you eat is far from benign: A new study shows that more than 3,600 chemicals leach into food during the packaging process.
Of that number, 79 chemicals are known to cause cancer, genetic mutations, and endocrine and reprodu...
Looking for Weight Loss? Go Nuts
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- June 20, 2024
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Folks dieting to drop pounds should consider eating a fistful of nuts here and there, a new review suggests.
People who ate 1.5 to 3 ounces of almonds, peanuts, pistachios or walnuts daily as part of a calorie-cutting
Average American's Diet Improved Only Slightly Over Past 20 Years
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- June 18, 2024
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The average American diet has only improved modestly over the past two decades, despite tons of research tying unhealthy food to obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease, a new study finds....
As Women Gain More Equality, Men Eat More Meat
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- June 13, 2024
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In countries where gender equality is becoming more of a reality, men's meat consumption tends to rise relative to women's, a new study shows.
The phenomenon was seen mainly in richer countries in North America and Europe, and was not seen at all in large but less afflue...
What Is the Planetary Health Diet, and Can It Extend Your Life?
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- June 10, 2024
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A plant-based eating regimen designed to save the Earth also saves people's lives, a large study confirms.
"Shifting how we eat can help slow the process of climate change," said corresponding author Dr. W...
Few Heart Attack Survivors Get Expert Advice on Diet
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- June 5, 2024
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Less than one-quarter of people who survive serious heart conditions receive the dietary counseling needed to protect their future health, a new study finds.
Does It Matter What You Eat or Drink Before Bed?
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- May 19, 2024
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If you suddenly find yourself craving food or drink right before you head to bed, one expert suggests you steer clear of big meals and caffeine.
"From a sleep standpoint, you shouldn't eat a big meal at 8 p.m. if you plan to go to bed at 9 p.m. If you are sensitive to ca...
Could Having 'Skinny' Fat Cells Encourage Weight Gain?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 13, 2024
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"Skinny"fat cells might actually make it harder to lose weight and easier to pack on extra pounds, a new study says.
Researchers say it's possible to predict if someone's going to gain weight based solely on the size of their fat cells.
People with large fat cells ...
More Data Suggests 'Ultraprocessed' Foods Can Shorten Your Life
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 9, 2024
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People who eat large amounts of ultra-processed foods have a slightly higher risk of premature death than those who mostly shun the industrially produced eats, a new 30-year study says.
Those who ate the most ...
How Long Does Marijuana THC Linger in Breast Milk?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 9, 2024
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New mothers who like to smoke marijuana might wind up exposing their babies to THC through their own breast milk, a new study says.
THC, the intoxicating compound in cannabis, dissolves in the fats contained in human milk, researchers found.
Mother's milk produced ...
Even Skipping Meat for One Meal Helps Liver Disease Patients
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- May 3, 2024
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Advanced liver cirrhosis can push levels of ammonia in the blood to hazardous levels, but skipping meat at mealtime can help reverse that, new research shows.
"It was exciting to see that even small changes in your diet, like having one meal without meat once in a while,...
Day Care Pick-Up Often Involves Sugary Snacks, Study Finds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 2, 2024
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Giving your kid a drink, snack or small bag of fast food on the way home from day care might distract them during a busy commute, but it's not doing their
New School Lunch Rules Target Added Sugars, Salt
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- April 25, 2024
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School lunches will soon contain less added sugars and salt under new nutrition standards announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture on Wednesday.
"We all share the goal of helping children reach their full potential,"Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a
Emulsifier Chemicals Are Everywhere in Foods. Could They Raise Diabetes Risk?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 25, 2024
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Emulsifiers -- substances that are essential ingredients in processed foods -- appear to increase people's risk of type 2 diabetes, a new study finds.
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Many Parents Cook Special Meals for Little Picky Eaters: Poll
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 22, 2024
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Parents too often wave the white flag when it comes to young picky eaters, a new survey finds.
Three out of five parents say they're willing to play personal chef and cobble up a separate meal for a child who balks at the family dinner, according to a national poll from ...
Calories, Not Meal Timing, Key to Weight Loss: Study
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- April 19, 2024
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A head-to-head trial of obese, pre-diabetic people who ate the same amount of daily calories -- with one group following a fasting schedule and the other eating freely -- found no difference in weight loss or other health indicators.
So, despite the fact that fasting die...
Why Healthy Eating Is Key for Breast Cancer Survivors
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 17, 2024
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Eating healthy can lower the risk of heart disease in breast cancer survivors, a new study has found.
Heart disease is a top cause of death in women who've survived
Seafood Can Pass on PFAS 'Forever Chemicals,' Study Finds
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- April 12, 2024
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Cancer-linked 'forever chemicals' made news this week, with the Biden Administration vowing to cut levels in the nation's tap water.
Most Folks With Heart Disease Consume Too Much Salt
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 2, 2024
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Cutting back on sodium is crucial to treating heart disease, but most heart patients aren't able to limit their salt intake, a new study finds.
On average, people with heart disease consume more than double the daily recommended amount of salt, researchers report.
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Could Deep Frying Foods Harm the Brain? Rat Study Suggests It Might
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 27, 2024
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Fried foods not only wreck the waistline, but they could also be harming the brain, a new study of lab rats suggests.
Fed chow that was fried in sesame or sunflower oil, the rodents developed liver and colon problems that wound up affecting their brain health, researcher...
Survey Finds Americans Conflicted About Plant-Based Diets
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 25, 2024
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Most folks know they'd be healthier if they ate more plant-based foods, but only a quarter are willing to follow through and do it, a new study shows.
Surveys reveal that Ameri...
Yes, You Should Clean That Water Bottle, and Here's How
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 21, 2024
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Does your water bottle only get washed once or twice a week -- or even less?
Time to switch things up: Even a day or two without washing can encourage the growth of unhealthy germs in the average water bottle, one expert said.
And, "yes, you could get sick," ...
Sodas, Fruit Juices Raise Boys' Odds for Type 2 Diabetes
- Dennis Thompson and Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporters
- March 20, 2024
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WEDNESDAY, March 20, 2024 -- Boys who drink lots of sugary soda and fruit juice could be more likely to develop type 2 diabetes later in life, a new study ...
Household Foods Get Less Healthy as Babies Age Into Toddlers
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 18, 2024
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Over the first few years of a child's life, foods found in a family's fridge and cupboards tends to get less healthy, new research shows.
"We found significant changes in several food categories over time," said study lead author
Eating Healthy Slows 'Aging Clock,' Helping to Shield Your Brain From Dementia
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 15, 2024
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Scientists have long noticed that folks who eat healthy have healthier brains as they age, including lowered odds for dementia.
Now, researchers believe they know why: Regimens lik...
Look to Your Parents for Your Odds of Obesity: Study
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 8, 2024
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Folks worried about becoming flabby in middle age should check out what their parents looked like when they were that age, a new study says.
People are six times more likely to become obese in middle age if both their parents were chubby during that time of their lives, ...
Could a Meal With Refined Carbs Make You Less Attractive?
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 7, 2024
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Put down that donut and lay off the pasta: New research finds you're less sexy after gorging on refined carbs.
French researchers presented heterosexual adults with photos of an opposite-sex person who two hours earlier had eaten a breakfast rich in refined carbohydrates...
Sugary or Diet Sodas Could Raise Your Odds for A-fib
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 5, 2024
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Sipping sodas"sugary or diet"seems to slightly increase a person's risk of developing a potentially dangerous irregular heart rhythm, a new study shows.
Folks had a 20% greater risk of atrial fibrillation if they drank two liters or more of artificially sweetened bevera...
Breastfeeding 101: Tips for New Moms
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 1, 2024
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There's a host of studies supporting the numerous ways breastfeeding helps baby's development -- and the health of mothers, too.
However, too many women are hesitant to start breastfeeding or stick with it if they do, according to
Over 1 Billion People Are Now Obese Worldwide
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 1, 2024
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FRIDAY, March 1, 2024 (HealthDay news) -- More than 1 billion adults and children around the world are now obese, a new global analysis estimates.
Nearly 880 million adults now are living with obesity, as well as 159 million children, according to the report published Fe...
Vaping, Skipping Breakfast Ups Headache Risk for Teens
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 1, 2024
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Vaping and skipped meals appear to be the main causes of frequent headaches among teens, a new study says.
Teens who ate breakfast and dinner with their family had a lower risk of frequent headaches than those who regularly missed meals, researchers report Feb. 28 in the...
'Ultra-Processed' Foods Harm Your Health in More Than 30 Different Ways
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 29, 2024
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Ultra-processed foods can cause dozens of terrible health problems among people who eat them too often, a new review warns.
Researchers linked diets high in ultra-processed foods to an increased risk of 32 separate illnesses. In particular, these foods are strongly tied ...
Say Goodbye to PFAS Chemicals in Food Packaging: FDA
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- February 28, 2024
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PFAS "forever" chemicals, increasingly linked to health risks, will no longer be added to food packaging handled by American consumers, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday.
"Grease-proofing materials containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances [P...
Fast-Food Outlets, Bars Aren't Great Neighbors for Your Heart
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 27, 2024
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Living close to a pub, bar or fast-food restaurant doesn't do your heart any favors, a new study finds.
Folks who live in close proximity to such establishments have a higher risk of heart failure, compared to those who live farther away, researchers report in the Feb. 2...
Junk Food Ups Colon Cancer Risk, But Most Americans Don't Know It
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 26, 2024
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Junk food increases people's risk of colon cancer, as well as alcohol, lack of exercise and obesity.
Unfortunately, many Americans don't know about these risk factors for colon cancer, a new survey has found.
Colon and rectal cancers have been rising in people unde...
Mercury Levels in Tuna Haven't Budged Since 1971
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 21, 2024
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Mercury levels in tuna haven't changed since 1971, despite efforts to reduce emissions of the toxic metal into the environment, researchers report.
Their analysis of nearly 3,000 tuna samples caught in the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Oceans between 1971 and 2022 reveale...
Cutting Out Meat Might Help Prevent Snoring: Study
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 21, 2024
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A person's diet can influence their risk of obstructive sleep apnea, a new study says.
Those who eat a healthy plant-based diet rich in vegetables, fruit, whole grains and nuts are less likely to suffer sleep apnea, according to findings published Feb. 20 in the journal ...
Salt Substitutes Help Prevent High Blood Pressure
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 13, 2024
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Replacing regular salt with a salt substitute can reduce high blood pressure in older adults, a new study has found.
Older adults who use a salt substitute are 40% less likely to develop high blood pressure compared to those who use regular salt, according to findings pu...
You Probably Can't 'Exercise Away' the Calories in Sodas: Study
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 12, 2024
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Don't expect to sweat away the heart risks posed by sugary sodas and drinks, a new study warns.
Canadian researchers found that even if the recommended 150 minutes of weekly physical activity protects against cardiovascular disease, it's not enough to counter the adverse...