URBANA, Illinois – Early childhood is an important time for learning about nutrition and developing healthy eating behaviors. Young children rely on their parents to provide food options, and the availability of food in the home affects their dietary choices. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign examines changes in home food availability… Read More »
In fact, more and more evidence shows that overall diet can affect sleep quality and contribute to insomnia. I am a nutritional epidemiologist and am trained to study diets at the population level and how they affect health. In the United States, a large percentage of the population suffers from poor sleep quality and sleep… Read More »
There is a frightening amount of conflicting health information on the internet. When you scroll through your Instagram feed, it doesn’t take long to find the wild and sometimes dangerous opinions of non-experts among common quote posts about embracing imperfections and pictures from your best friend’s Caribbean vacation. What will you read today? Are oats… Read More »
In a recently published review Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, The researchers compiled existing literature investigating the effects of diet and nutritional interventions against vitiligo. The datasets consisted of 14 publications from three online scientific databases. The review findings highlight that vitiligo, a relatively rare autoimmune skin disease, potentially develops in response to increased somatic reactive… Read More »
Consuming more ultra-processed foods, according to a new study published Feb. 28; It is associated with an increased risk of 32 adverse health outcomes, including cancer, major heart and lung conditions, mental health disorders, and premature death. B.M.J. [1] “Our study showed a relatively consistent trend in the link between greater consumption of ultraprocessed foods… Read More »
Zumpano says understanding how diet culture shapes your lifestyle, from your eating habits to how you talk about your body, is a crucial first step in avoiding its negative effects on your health. If you feel like diet culture is having a negative impact on you, here are six ways to shift your mindset away… Read More »
Making the healthiest choices possible to maintain good nutrition can help patients with pancreatic cancer minimize the side effects of treatment, recover from surgery, and maintain the best possible quality of life. By working with a dietitian, patients can create a nutritional plan that best suits them and their specific needs, whether during treatment or… Read More »
Hooper drinks a mixture of Greek yogurt and orange juice with every meal. Last update date: March 7, 2024 Two-time reigning Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC) and 2023 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) champion Mitchell Hooper approaches his training and nutrition methodically. He made significant changes to improve his body composition and overall performance. On March 4,… Read More »
A new study published in the journal Nature Signal Transduction and Targeted TherapyScientists have examined the therapeutic potential and molecular mechanisms through which dietary interventions impact a wide range of human diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, autoimmune diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolic diseases, as well as cancer. To work: Effects of dietary intervention on human diseases:… Read More »
As we approach Ramadan 2024, it is crucial to focus on nourishing our bodies with healthy food options during this Islamic holy month of intermittent fasting. Since Ramadan will be in the summer this year, the chances of dehydration and related complications are higher, so it is very important that we educate ourselves and benefit… Read More »