FDA Proposes New Definition of “Healthy” on Food Packages
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently proposed new draft guidelines for food manufacturers who want to label their products as “healthy.” This...
MAJOR FINDING: Vitamin D Supplements Do Not Prevent Major Diseases
Virtually every tissue in the body has receptors for vitamin D. This fact led to the hypothesis that maintaining adequate vitamin D levels might...
Psyllium Fiber May Relieve Chronic Constipation
If you are constipated, dietary fiber and fluid intake may help. For those who suffer from chronic constipation, fiber supplements may be necessary. A...
Red Meat Associated with Increased CVD Risk Through the Gut Microbiome
A recent study by Tufts researchers and colleagues looked at the dietary habits of nearly 4,000 participants aged 65 and older and measured the...
News Bites October 2022
Low-Carb Mediterranean Diet Works as Well as Ketogenic Diet for Diabetes Control
In a controlled trial comparing a well-formulated ketogenic diet with a low-carbohydrate Mediterranean-style...
NewsBites: September 2022
There is No Proof Dietary Supplements Help Prevent CVD or Cancer
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has released recommendations discouraging the use of...
Newsbites: August 2022
Diet May Impact Antimicrobial Resistance
Antibiotics have saved millions of lives, but resistance to these drugs in on the rise. Antimicrobial resistance is considered likely...
Newsbites July 2022: Some Benefit to Low- and No-Calorie Sweetened Beverages over Sugar-Sweetened
If you love your sugar-sweetened sodas, teas, coffees, or fruit drinks, a recent analysis found replacing sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) with low- and no-calorie sweetened...
Newsbites July 2022: Study Offers More Support for Benefits of Physical Activity in Older...
A randomized controlled trial found that physical performance in adults 65 and older was significantly improved by group physical activity and behavioral health sessions....
Newsbites July 2022: Extreme Heat Associated with Higher Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
A recent review article called attention to the connection between extreme heat and cardiovascular health. Research suggests individuals with cardiovascular disease are at four...