AS REGISTERED dietitian I’ve seen so many food and diet trends come and go. And if 2024 is any indication, even once-powerful trends like the keto diet, plant-based meat, and air-frying everything in sight may be coming to an end. But there are silver linings in 2024, too, as I saw when I recently traveled… Read More »
Patel-Dunn is a psychiatrist. A growing body of evidence links the consumption of unhealthy and overly processed foods to an increase in mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. A 2022 study found that the more processed foods a participant consumed, the more likely they were to report anxiety and depression. Other studies have… Read More »
Beyond all trends and fads, nutrition is the overarching goal of the dog, cat and other pet food industries. Pet owners, veterinarians, and pet food manufacturers all aim to provide pets with complete and balanced nutrition. However, communication between these groups can be complex. For example, veterinarians and pet owners may differ in their assessments… Read More »
Certain foods, which contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, amino acids, fatty acids, and plant compounds, strengthen the immune system and help the body prevent and fight colds, flu, and other illnesses. Nutrients in citrus fruits, leafy greens, fatty fish, vegetables, and more support a healthy gut microbiome, boost immune cell response, and fight… Read More »
If you’re reading this during breakfast, take a moment to consider your choice. Are you eating what the Western world considers a “typical” morning meal? Bacon and eggs. Cornflakes. Porridge. Crepe. These meals are generally considered appropriate in the morning, but are unusual at other times. So how did this happen? Do “breakfast foods” serve… Read More »
Eating a balanced, anti-inflammatory diet may reduce the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease or reduce its symptoms. Consuming less processed foods can have a positive impact on a person’s health and slow the progression of this disease. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive, neurological disease that affects movement, causing tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with balance… Read More »
Optavia You may have seen the Optavia diet program that appeared on social media recently. Although the company is a little older, its diet program has started to gain traction in the last few years. Optavia says it can help you develop healthy habits and apply them to your daily life. Founded in 2002, Optavia… Read More »
The concept of using food as medicine is certainly nothing new. You’ve probably heard the saying, “Let food be your medicine.” This is often attributed to the ancient Greek writer and physician Hippocrates. Although this statement did not actually appear in his written texts, he believed that food and nutrition played key roles in health… Read More »
If you’re trying to reduce the number of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in your diet, you’ve probably noticed that they’re *everywhere*. Think of all your favorite foods (ice cream, biscuits, pizza) and you’ve probably compiled a list of their UPF. Long story short, UPF typically refers to food that has been overly processed during its production.… Read More »
What should be considered in cat food for weight loss? When shopping for the best cat food for weight loss, you’ll want to consider the following criteria: AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement for adult care or all life stages: AAFCO is a nonprofit organization that provides nutritional guidelines for pet foods. The AAFCO statement states that… Read More »