DIETARY PATTERNS

May 14 2025HEALTH

Eating Right to Live Longer: The MIND Diet's Impact on Older Hearts

The MIND diet has shown promise in helping older adults with heart disease live longer. This diet focuses on foods that boost brain health. It is a mix of the Mediterranean and DASH diets. It emphasizes green leafy vegetables and berries. It also limits red meat, sweets, and fried foods. The MIND diet was the only one of four diets studied that showed a clear ben...

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Apr 29 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Toll of Processed Foods on Global Health

In recent times, the world has seen a surge in the intake of ultraprocessed foods. These are foods that are ready to eat or heat, made with ingredients extracted from foods or synthesized in laboratories. They contain little or no whole foods and have gradually replaced traditional meals made from fresh and minimally processed ingredients. This shift in diet has ser...

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Mar 30 2025HEALTH

Food Choices Down Under: What's On Aussie Plates And Why It Matters

Aussies have a problem with their food choices. What they eat is a big reason why so many people get sick with long-term health issues. In fact, one in five cases of chronic diseases in Australia is linked to what people put on their plates. This is a huge deal, and it's important to figure out what Aussies are eating and how it's affecting their health. To tackle t...

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Eating Patterns: A Fresh Look at Heart Health

Heart disease is a major concern, and lifestyle changes are key to keeping it at bay. Many health groups have shared advice on eating habits to prevent heart issues. Lately, intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating have gained attention. These methods involve eating during specific windows of time. Some studies show they might help improve factors linked to he...

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Mar 20 2025HEALTH

How Seasons Change Our Gut Health

The gut microbiome is a complex community of microorganisms living in the human digestive system. It plays a significant role in maintaining overall health. The endocannabinoidome is a system of molecules that help regulate various bodily functions. Together, they form an axis that influences processes like inflammation and energy use. This axis is affected by many f...

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Eating Habits in Tanzania: The Urban and Rural Mix

Tanzania, like many other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, is going through big changes. These changes are affecting how people live and what they eat. In the past, people in rural areas ate differently than those in cities. But now, things are changing. People in both rural and urban areas are starting to have similar eating habits. This isn't just happening in Tanz...

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Feb 08 2025HEALTH

Food and Habits: A Surprising Factor in Blood Sugar and Insulin

Trying to figure out why some folks have trouble with blood sugar and insulin can be tricky. It's not just about one thing, like what we eat, but also how much we weigh and how much we move around. Think of it like a big puzzle. You've got pieces like food, weight, and exercise. Each piece is important, but they don't work alone. They all fit together to make a bigg...

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