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Regularly eating nuts and seeds can reduce the risk of heart disease
Frequently eating nuts and seeds can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, according to a new study from the University of Oslo.
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A Mediterranean diet can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in women
Following a Mediterranean diet can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in women by almost 25%, according to a new study from the University...
The importance of school nurses in preventing eating disorders in children
New research from Kingston University has highlighted the importance of school nurses in identifying eating disorders in children and young people.
The research comes from...
Can olive oil prevent cancer and Alzheimer’s disease?
Oleic acid, the key component of olive oil, has properties that help to prevent cancer and Alzheimer’s disease and to lower cholesterol.
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The readiness-to-eat of food can impact unhealthy food cravings
Researchers from the University of Aberdeen have identified a factor that may help curb unhealthy food cravings and make healthy food more appealing.
The study,...
Free sugar associated with increased cardiovascular disease risk
New research reveals that consuming a high intake of free sugars is linked with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.
In a new study published...
23% of lunch meal deals exceed recommended calorie guidelines
Researchers from the University of Birmingham have found that 23% of different lunch meal deals exceeded calorie guidelines.
Most supermarkets and high street stores offer...
Cochrane Review finds that vitamin D does not reduce asthma attacks
According to a new review, taking vitamin D supplements does not reduce the risk of asthma attacks in children or adults.
In a previous Cochrane...
Understanding malnutrition in adults
Sarah Coe, Nutrition Scientist at the British Nutrition Foundation shares some of the key risk factors and warning signs for malnutrition in adults.
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Nitrites in food additives can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes
A new study has found an association between exposure to nitrites and nitrates in food additives and the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Nitrites and...
Reducing meat consumption for human and planetary health
The overconsumption of meat is having detrimental repercussions for human and planetary health. We discuss what these are, and what we can do about...
WHO: Malnutrition in children requires urgent action
United Nations agencies call for urgent action to tackle malnutrition in children hit by unprecedented food and nutrition crises.
Malnutrition in children is taking...
Intermittent fasting diet could reverse type 2 diabetes
A new study has found that an intermittent fasting diet can help people who require type 2 diabetes medication.
Researchers found that an intermittent fasting...
Study finds vegan diet boosts weight loss in overweight adults
New analysis finds that following a vegan diet for at least 12 weeks may boost weight loss and glucose control in overweight adults or...
Drinking coffee frequently may reduce type 2 diabetes risk after pregnancy
A new study pioneered by researchers in Singapore suggests that regularly drinking coffee potentially lowers the risk of developing type 2 diabetes for women...
The health issues of meat substitutes in a plant-based diet
Meat substitutes used as part of a plant-based diet often have poor nutritional value, accompanied by misleading nutritional information, according to a study from...
Increasing protein intake helps women reduce hip fracture risk
A new study by the University of Leeds has found new ways women could reduce their risk of hip fracture.
A study conducted by food scientists...
Genetics can influence the metabolism of essential fatty acids
According to the University of Eastern Finland, genetics can influence the metabolisation of essential fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid.
Supplementing a...
Co-workers can influence healthy eating and exercise habits of colleagues
Researchers from the universities of Cologne and Utrecht have found that co-workers can influence each other to improve healthy eating habits.
The researchers found that...
Nutrition courses should be included in health education
Nutrition courses should be on the curriculum of all healthcare professionals to support public health according to researchers from Aston University.
Nutritional researchers from Aston...