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Research reveals diet-preeclampsia link in low-income Hispanic pregnant women

A research study led by the Keck School of Medicine of USC found that certain combinations of foods consumed during pregnancy may be linked to a higher likelihood of developing preeclampsia, a potentially life-threatening blood pressure condition that can have serious consequences for both mother and baby.

27 Feb 2024

Better cognition and academic performance are associated with Mediterranean diet adherence

The relationship between various Mediterranean-style eating patterns and cognitive and academic performance.

27 Feb 2024

Mediterranean diet linked to lower depression risk in older women

A study in the British Journal of Nutrition finds that adherence to the Mediterranean diet is inversely associated with depressive symptoms, particularly in older women, highlighting the diet's potential mental health benefits.

25 Feb 2024

Proper serum levels of vitamin D may have a protective effect against breast cancer

The impact of vitamin D on breast cancer (BC).

22 Feb 2024

Mediterranean diet hailed for heart health benefits in women, study finds

Study highlights the Mediterranean diet's cardioprotective benefits for females, emphasizing its role in improving lipid profiles, blood pressure, and reducing cardiovascular disease risks, with a call for more female-focused research.

21 Feb 2024

Healthy plant-based diets linked to lower risk of obstructive sleep apnea

People who eat a healthy, plant-based diet that is high in vegetables, fruit, whole grains and nuts are less likely to suffer with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), according to a study published today (Wednesday) in ERJ Open Research.

20 Feb 2024

Are avocados good for your heart health?

The effects of avocado intake on cardiometabolic risk factors.

20 Feb 2024

Study discovers link between a breakdown product from excess niacin and heart disease

Cleveland Clinic researchers have identified a new pathway that contributes to cardiovascular disease associated with high levels of niacin, a common B vitamin previously recommended to lower cholesterol.

19 Feb 2024

Associations between food additive emulsifiers and cancer risk

Researchers assessed associations between food emulsifier intake and cancer risk among NutriNet-Santé study participants.

19 Feb 2024

From plate to planet: Innovative indicator tracks diet impact on health and environment

How diets affect health and the environment.

19 Feb 2024

A plant-based diet and its relationship with oxidative biomarkers in footballers

Researchers investigated the association between plant-based diets and oxidative biomarkers by calculating the plant-based diet index score and determining the levels of urinary biomarkers for oxidative stress in professional footballers.

16 Feb 2024

Impact of diet on health outcomes among United Kingdom Biobank participants

The association between diet and health outcomes among United Kingdom Biobank (UKBB) participants.

16 Feb 2024

Increasing New Year's resolutions for healthier eating, Purdue report finds

Food or nutrition-related New Year's resolutions were more popular among consumers going into 2024 compared to last year, according to the January Consumer Food Insights Report.

15 Feb 2024

Flexitarian diet linked to lower cardiovascular risk, study finds

Study compares cardiovascular risk factors among flexitarians, vegans, and omnivores, finding that plant-based diets may offer significant health benefits.

13 Feb 2024

Plant-based diet linked to less erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence in prostate cancer patients

A diet that limits meat and dairy but is rich in fruits, vegetables, grains, and nuts is linked to less erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence, and other common side effects seen in prostate cancer patients, a new study shows.

13 Feb 2024

Microgreens: Superfoods for the future, packed with nutrients and easy to grow

Review in Heliyon highlights the nutritional superiority, cultivation methods, and health benefits of microgreens, emphasizing their potential as a sustainable functional food amidst global health and environmental challenges.

12 Feb 2024

Smoking, drinking, and dietary habits linked to head and neck cancer risk, study finds

Study in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery examines the link between smoking, drinking, and dietary habits and the risk of developing head and neck cancer (HNC), highlighting the significant impact of lifestyle choices on cancer risk.

12 Feb 2024

Associations between ultra-processed food consumption and phthalate exposures in pregnant women

Researchers explored the relationship between consuming ultra-processed foods and urinary phthalate concentrations during pregnancy.

12 Feb 2024

Meals provided in early education and childcare centers do not meet national dietary recommendations

Researchers at The University of Queensland have found meals provided in early education and childcare centers in some low socio-economic communities are not meeting national dietary recommendations.

12 Feb 2024

Nutrition labels lead to healthier eating in teens, study finds

Study finds that middle and high school students in Texas who use nutrition labels tend to have healthier eating habits, highlighting the importance of nutrition literacy in promoting better dietary choices among adolescents.

11 Feb 2024

Vegetables News and Research

Research reveals diet-preeclampsia link in low-income Hispanic pregnant women

Better cognition and academic performance are associated with Mediterranean diet adherence

Mediterranean diet linked to lower depression risk in older women

Proper serum levels of vitamin D may have a protective effect against breast cancer

Mediterranean diet hailed for heart health benefits in women, study finds

Healthy plant-based diets linked to lower risk of obstructive sleep apnea

Are avocados good for your heart health?

Study discovers link between a breakdown product from excess niacin and heart disease

Associations between food additive emulsifiers and cancer risk

From plate to planet: Innovative indicator tracks diet impact on health and environment

A plant-based diet and its relationship with oxidative biomarkers in footballers

Impact of diet on health outcomes among United Kingdom Biobank participants

Increasing New Year's resolutions for healthier eating, Purdue report finds

Flexitarian diet linked to lower cardiovascular risk, study finds

Plant-based diet linked to less erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence in prostate cancer patients

Microgreens: Superfoods for the future, packed with nutrients and easy to grow

Smoking, drinking, and dietary habits linked to head and neck cancer risk, study finds

Associations between ultra-processed food consumption and phthalate exposures in pregnant women

Meals provided in early education and childcare centers do not meet national dietary recommendations

Nutrition labels lead to healthier eating in teens, study finds

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