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Newswise: Follow the Keto Diet the Right Way for Weight Loss and Better Health
Released: 29-Apr-2022 8:55 AM EDT
Follow the Keto Diet the Right Way for Weight Loss and Better Health
Chulalongkorn University

Chula doctors advise people to gain a better understanding of the “high-fat content Keto weight loss diet” to find out the good effects, and the side effects. The emphasis should be on weight loss to combat diseases and long-term health benefits with a balanced and moderate diet.

Released: 27-Apr-2022 12:05 PM EDT
Mayo Clinic Expert Calls for Public Health Measures to Improve Diet, Reduce Cancer Risk
Mayo Clinic

A review article by Mayo Clinic researchers emphasizes that early onset colorectal cancer, defined as being diagnosed when younger than 50, continues to steadily increase in the U.S. and other higher income countries. This increase, along with a decline in later-onset cases due primarily to screening have shifted the median age at diagnosis from 72 years in the early 2000s to 66 years now.

Newswise: URI professor co-authors new American Heart Association guidelines
Released: 7-Apr-2022 2:05 PM EDT
URI professor co-authors new American Heart Association guidelines
University of Rhode Island

KINGSTON, R.I. — April 7, 2022 — Following heart-healthy nutritional guidance often proves to be a difficult commitment. But the American Heart Association is making it simpler to follow in its new guidelines, and a University of Rhode Island professor is helping.

Released: 5-Apr-2022 3:55 PM EDT
The latest news on clinical trials is here on Newswise
Newswise

Here are some of the latest articles that have been added to the Clinical Trials channel on Newswise.

       
Released: 30-Mar-2022 1:55 PM EDT
Eating two servings of avocados a week linked to lower risk of cardiovascular disease
American Heart Association (AHA)

Eating two or more servings of avocado weekly was associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, and substituting avocado for certain fat-containing foods like butter, cheese or processed meats was associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease events, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.

Released: 30-Mar-2022 4:05 AM EDT
Food As Medicine Review and Report: How Food and Diet Impact the Treatment of Disease
Center for Food As Medicine and Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center

Today, the Center for Food As Medicine (famcenter.org) and the Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center (nycfoodpolicy.org) released its groundbreaking, 335 page (with more than 2500 citations), first-ever, academic narrative review and report of the food as medicine movement, titled “Food As Medicine: How Food and Diet Impact the Treatment of Disease and Disease Management.”

Released: 21-Mar-2022 5:05 PM EDT
Chef’s kiss: Research shows healthy home cooking equals a healthy mind
Edith Cowan University

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has found being confident in the kitchen is not only good for your taste buds: it’s also good for your mental health.

   
Newswise: A cracker new study to egg-cite egg lovers
Released: 21-Mar-2022 12:05 AM EDT
A cracker new study to egg-cite egg lovers
University of South Australia

Boiled, scrambled, or fried, if you’re an egg lover, a better breakfast is hard to beat. But with eggs often associated with high cholesterol, it can be hard to know whether your meal choice is healthy or not.

Released: 18-Mar-2022 11:35 AM EDT
Understanding the American Heart Association’s Latest Dietary Guidelines
Memorial Hermann Health System

A description of the American Heart Association's new dietary guidelines.

Newswise: Trial testing cocoa flavanol supplement shows promise for reducing cardiovascular risk
Released: 17-Mar-2022 11:05 AM EDT
Trial testing cocoa flavanol supplement shows promise for reducing cardiovascular risk
Brigham and Women’s Hospital

Large-scale randomized trial found signs of preventive cardiovascular effects for cocoa flavanols, including a 27 percent reduction in the secondary endpoint of cardiovascular death

14-Mar-2022 9:00 AM EDT
People with diabetes who eat less processed food at night may live longer
Endocrine Society

The time of day that people with diabetes eat certain foods may be just as important to their well-being as portion size and calories, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.

Released: 14-Mar-2022 4:55 PM EDT
Food for the Fight
University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center

Kelly Dunn recently became board certified by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in Oncology Nutrition.

Released: 10-Mar-2022 1:35 PM EST
Eating protein from a greater variety of sources may lower risk of high blood pressure
American Heart Association (AHA)

Eating a balanced diet including protein from a greater variety of sources may help adults lower the risk of developing high blood pressure, according to new research published today in Hypertension, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.

Newswise: March 9: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Celebrates Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day
Released: 9-Mar-2022 8:00 AM EST
March 9: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Celebrates Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

In March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics focuses attention on healthful eating through National Nutrition Month® and honors the food and nutrition experts on March 9: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day.

Newswise: Weighing up: What’s the bottom line when it comes to weight loss?
Released: 2-Mar-2022 7:05 PM EST
Weighing up: What’s the bottom line when it comes to weight loss?
University of South Australia

When it comes to weight loss, many of us have dabbled in the latest diets. But whether you’re cutting carbs or keeping to keto, new research from the University of South Australia shows that diet trends can cost more than your waistline and leave a hefty hole in your hip pocket.

   
Newswise: Importance of Good Nutrition in Children and Young People with Cancer
Released: 2-Mar-2022 2:45 PM EST
Importance of Good Nutrition in Children and Young People with Cancer
Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey

Eating well during cancer treatment is important for a child or young adult as this helps them to cope better with their cancer treatment, fight infection and repair tissues damaged by therapies such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy.

Newswise: Food for Thought: Nutrition and Cancer
Released: 2-Mar-2022 2:35 PM EST
Food for Thought: Nutrition and Cancer
Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey

Good nutrition is an important part of overall health, whether you’re a cancer patient, survivor, caregiver, or loved one, and practicing healthy eating has been shown to help prevent cancer and cancer recurrence.

Newswise: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: 
Celebrate a World of Flavors During National Nutrition Month® 2022
Released: 1-Mar-2022 10:15 AM EST
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Celebrate a World of Flavors During National Nutrition Month® 2022
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

In March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics focuses attention on healthful eating through National Nutrition Month®. This year's theme, Celebrate a World of Flavors, embraces global cultures, cuisines and inclusivity, plus highlights the expertise of registered dietitian nutritionists.

Newswise: Green Bronx Machine Wins Six Gold Anthem Awards
Released: 28-Feb-2022 9:00 AM EST
Green Bronx Machine Wins Six Gold Anthem Awards
Green Bronx Machine

Green Bronx Machine announced today that it has been named Best Brand Campaign, Best Non-Profit Campaign, Best Special Project, Best Local Community Engagement, Best Community Outreach, and Best Innovation in Education, Art, & Culture in the Inaugural Anthem Awards.

   
Newswise: Inulin from Jerusalem Artichoke (Sunroot) to Curb Obesity by Chula Research Team
Released: 25-Feb-2022 8:55 AM EST
Inulin from Jerusalem Artichoke (Sunroot) to Curb Obesity by Chula Research Team
Chulalongkorn University

“Inulin from Jerusalem Artichoke (Sunroot)” an innovation from Chula Faculty of Medicine helps maintain the balance of gut microbiota, and reduce obesity, is to be developed into a prebiotic functional health-boosting food for all ages.

Released: 24-Feb-2022 12:05 PM EST
Health: low-meat and meat-free diets associated with lower overall cancer risk
BioMed Central

Eating meat five times or less per week is associated with a lower overall cancer risk, according to a study published in the open access journal BMC Medicine.

Released: 22-Feb-2022 10:00 AM EST
During National Nutrition Month® 2022: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Recommends Reducing Added Sugars, Sodium and Saturated Fats in Meals
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics encourages everyone to “Celebrate a World of Flavors” in their meals while still eating nutritious foods and beverages during National Nutrition Month® 2022.

17-Feb-2022 3:35 PM EST
The Latest Research News in Cardiovascular Health
Newswise

The Latest Research News in Cardiovascular Health

Released: 15-Feb-2022 6:15 PM EST
During National Nutrition Month® 2022: Amid Supply Chain Shortages, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Recommends Simple Food Swaps
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Amid supply chain-related shortages at grocery stores, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics provides recommendations for creating healthful meals during National Nutrition Month® 2022.

Newswise: The Beat Goes On With a Healthy Heart
Released: 8-Feb-2022 11:45 AM EST
The Beat Goes On With a Healthy Heart
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

With approximately 16.3 million Americans aged 20 years and older living with coronary heart disease, Scott Shurmur, M.D., a cardiologist for Texas Tech Physicians and chair for the Department of Internal Medicine at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, advises prevention is key to a healthy heart.

Released: 1-Feb-2022 9:00 AM EST
National Nutrition Month® 2022: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Provides Healthful Tips to Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

For National Nutrition Month® 2022, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics provides healthful tips for people with Type 2 diabetes.

Newswise: American Institute for Cancer Research and Healthy Monday Team Up for Cancer Prevention
to launch the AICR/Healthy Monday Cancer Prevention Toolkit
for National Cancer Prevention Month
Released: 25-Jan-2022 8:05 AM EST
American Institute for Cancer Research and Healthy Monday Team Up for Cancer Prevention to launch the AICR/Healthy Monday Cancer Prevention Toolkit for National Cancer Prevention Month
Monday Campaigns

To encourage Americans to adopt healthier habits and help decrease the risk of cancer, The Monday Campaigns is supporting AICR’s existing Healthy10 Challenge by designing a Healthy Monday for Cancer Prevention Toolkit.

   
Released: 24-Jan-2022 3:40 PM EST
The Latest Research News from the Health Disparities Channel
Newswise

The latest research news from the Health Disparities Channel.

15-Jan-2022 11:00 AM EST
UW and Stanford researchers reveal findings of nationwide study of the relationship between food environment and healthy eating
University of Washington

An interdisciplinary team of researchers from the University of Washington and Stanford University recently completed the largest nationwide study to date conducted in the U.S. on the relationship between food environment, demographics and dietary health with the help of a popular smartphone-based food journaling app.

   
Newswise: 12-Week Meatless Monday Challenge Launches January 2022
Released: 10-Jan-2022 9:00 AM EST
12-Week Meatless Monday Challenge Launches January 2022
Monday Campaigns

The Meatless Monday Challenge, developed in collaboration with registered dietitians from Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future, is fun and easy to follow. Participants will receive practical and simple weekly recipes, tips, resources, and dining options to help add more plant-based meals into their week. For those unsure of how to get started, each week’s 'Challenge' helps participants take the first steps towards healthier and more sustainable eating.

Released: 4-Jan-2022 2:05 PM EST
Glaucoma and Nutrition: Why What You Eat Matters
Glaucoma Research Foundation

January, National Glaucoma Awareness Month, is an excellent time to focus on eye health.

Newswise: High-fiber diet associated with improved progression-free survival and response to immunotherapy in melanoma patients
20-Dec-2021 8:00 AM EST
High-fiber diet associated with improved progression-free survival and response to immunotherapy in melanoma patients
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Patients with melanoma who reported eating more fiber-rich foods when they began immunotherapy treatment survived longer without cancer growth than patients with insufficient dietary fiber intake, according to new research from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center published today in Science.

Newswise: The Medical Minute: Health tips for a jolly old elf (a holiday survival guide for the rest of us)
Released: 22-Dec-2021 9:55 AM EST
The Medical Minute: Health tips for a jolly old elf (a holiday survival guide for the rest of us)
Penn State Health

It’s his biggest night of the year. But for all the gift giving and fun, stress comes with the package for Santa Claus. Penn State Health experts offer tips to keep Santa healthy this year (and you as well).

Released: 17-Dec-2021 4:35 PM EST
Online menus should put healthy food first
Flinders University

Women who see healthy food at the top of an online menu are 30 to 40 percent more likely to order it, a Flinders University study has found, with the authors saying menu placement could play a role in encouraging healthier eating.

Released: 8-Dec-2021 8:05 AM EST
Family-Centered Nutrition Influences Diet Behaviors for Children with Autism
Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior

Children with autism benefit from group-based weight management, according to a new article in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior

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Released: 8-Dec-2021 6:05 AM EST
Green Bronx Machine Named 2021 Classy Award Winner
Green Bronx Machine

In recognition of its impact on urban agriculture, education, food insecurity and access to healthy foods, Green Bronx Machine has been honored with a 2021 Classy Award for Social Innovation.

Released: 7-Dec-2021 12:05 AM EST
A daily dose of yoghurt could be the go-to food to manage high blood pressure
University of South Australia

Whether it’s a dollop on your morning cereal or a simple snack on the go, a daily dose of yoghurt could be the next go-to food for people with high blood pressure, according to new research from the University of South Australia.

Newswise: Proper diet reduces the risk of severe COVID-19
Released: 3-Dec-2021 9:00 AM EST
Proper diet reduces the risk of severe COVID-19
Scientific Project Lomonosov

A full and varied diet is an important factor in the treatment of COVID-19. However, quarantine restrictions can make it difficult to purchase products, and it becomes more difficult to follow the recommendations. RUDN University doctors interviewed colleagues from 17 medical institutions in Vietnam and Indonesia to compare this effect in countries with different numbers of coronavirus cases.

Released: 1-Dec-2021 1:50 PM EST
Research reveals new evidence that sugary beverage tax impacts are sustainable, effective
University of Illinois Chicago

Two studies based in Seattle provide evidence that public policies to reduce consumption of added sugars through taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages are effective and sustainable.

Newswise: Havacado or Two. Study Finds Eating Lots of the Fruit Hass Public Health Import
Released: 29-Nov-2021 2:30 PM EST
Havacado or Two. Study Finds Eating Lots of the Fruit Hass Public Health Import
UC San Diego Health

Novel randomized controlled trial found that families with high consumption of avocados experienced reduced caloric intake and an overall healthier diet, without actually changing their diet.

Released: 24-Nov-2021 5:35 PM EST
妙佑医疗国际的书籍作者就如何通过预防疾病让自己活得更年轻更长寿提供见解
Mayo Clinic

虽然人们都知道,健康会影响寿命和生活质量,但许多人连一些能让他们更年轻、更长寿的小事都做不到。

Released: 24-Nov-2021 5:35 PM EST
مؤلف كتابٍ لمايو كلينك يعطي معلومات متعمقة حول الاستمتاع بالشباب لوقت أطول عبر الوقاية من المرض
Mayo Clinic

مدينة روتشستر، ولاية مينيسوتا- بالرغم من أن الناس يعرفون أن صحتهم تؤثر على طول عمرهم وجودة حياتهم، فإن الكثيرين يكافحون حتى للقيام بأشياء صغيرة ستساعدهم على العيش لفترة أطول.

Released: 24-Nov-2021 5:05 PM EST
Autor de livro da Mayo Clinic fala mais sobre como permanecer mais jovem por mais tempo prevenindo doenças
Mayo Clinic

Embora as pessoas saibam que a saúde afeta a longevidade e a qualidade de vida, muitas têm dificuldades para fazer pequenas coisas que as ajudarão a permanecer mais jovens por mais tempo.

Released: 24-Nov-2021 4:30 PM EST
Autor de libro de Mayo Clinic aporta su perspectiva para conservar la juventud por más tiempo al evitar enfermedades
Mayo Clinic

Aunque la gente sabe que la salud afecta la longevidad y la calidad de vida, para muchos es difícil hacer incluso aquellas pequeñas cosas que ayudan a conservar la juventud por más tiempo.

Released: 19-Nov-2021 5:45 PM EST
May be worth adopting plant based diet to ease chronic migraine severity, say doctors
BMJ

It may be worth adopting a plant based diet, rich in dark green leafy vegetables, to ease the symptoms of chronic migraine, suggest doctors in the online journal BMJ Case Reports.

Newswise: The science behind cooking a delicious Thanksgiving meal
Released: 19-Nov-2021 10:15 AM EST
The science behind cooking a delicious Thanksgiving meal
University of Alabama at Birmingham

Lizzy Davis with the UAB Department of Nutrition Sciences shares the science of how to make your Thanksgiving worth gobbling up. “Many people think that they don’t have the skills to be a good cook, but cooking is science,” Davis said.



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