Nutrition & Diet
Articles about healthy eating, dietary choices, and nutritional science.
High Intake of Oleic Acid from Olive Oil Promotes Fat Cell Growth and Potential Obesity Risk
Excessive oleic acid consumption from olive oil can stimulate fat cell growth, potentially increasing obesity risk. A recent study highlights the importance of balanced dietary fats for maintaining healthy weight and preventing disease.
Long-Term Success of GLP-1 Therapies: Why Prescription Alone Isn’t Enough
Effective long-term management of obesity with GLP-1 therapies requires more than prescriptions. Incorporating personalized nutrition and lifestyle interventions enhances durability and benefits. Learn key strategies to support sustained weight loss and health.
Dietary Factors Influencing Survival in Stage 3 Colon Cancer: The Role of Inflammatory Foods
New research reveals that consuming proinflammatory foods after stage 3 colon cancer diagnosis can significantly increase the risk of death. Adopting an anti-inflammatory diet may improve survival outcomes.
Can Dietary Changes After Obesity Help Reduce the Risk of Pancreatic Cancer?
New research from UC Davis shows that switching to a low-fat diet can slow pancreatic cancer development, even after obesity has occurred. Dietary management offers a promising approach to reduce cancer risk.
Effects of Eating Rate on Energy Intake from Ultra-Processed Foods: New Research Findings
A Wageningen University study demonstrates that altering food texture can significantly reduce calorie intake from ultra-processed foods by slowing eating rate, with sustained effects over two weeks.
Eating Beans Daily May Help Lower Cholesterol and Reduce Inflammation
Discover how daily consumption of chickpeas and black beans can reduce inflammation and lower cholesterol, promoting better heart health and metabolic wellness.
Consuming Ultra-Processed Foods Like Soda and White Bread Linked to Increased Risk of Early Death
Research reveals that high consumption of ultra-processed foods like soda and white bread significantly raises the risk of early mortality, especially in the United States. Reduction policies are urgently needed worldwide.
Consuming a Variety of Flavonoid-Rich Foods May Promote Longer Life and Reduce Disease Risk
A new study reveals that including a variety of flavonoid-rich foods such as tea, berries, dark chocolate, and apples in your diet may lower disease risk and promote longer life. Discover how dietary diversity impacts health.
Childhood Obesity Trends Persist in Central Indiana Post-Pandemic
Recent data from Indiana reveals that childhood obesity rates in Central Indiana remain high post-pandemic, underscoring the urgent need for targeted interventions and community-based strategies.
Increasing Dietary Phytosterols May Reduce Risks of Heart Disease and Diabetes
New research indicates that consuming more phytosterols through a plant-based diet may significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes by improving insulin regulation and reducing inflammation. Incorporate vegetables, fruits, nuts, and whole grains for better health outcomes.