Potatoes and pregnancy: a recipe for diabetes?

The potato is one of the most commonly consumed food items on the planet. However, new research shows that pregnant women should be slightly more cautious around this tuber.

Consumer perception of organic foods affected by food type and where they’re sold

The organic food industry has grown from fresh produce and grains to snack foods and condiments – from farmers markets to supercenters.

Mental health conditions common before bariatric surgery

Depression and binge-eating disorder are more prevalent among patients seeking or undergoing bariatric surgery, but the rate and severity of depression fall after the operation.

Novel enzyme could protect against toxic effects of sugar

Researchers have discovered an enzyme – called G3PP – that they say can rid cells of excess glucose, which could prove an effective tool against obesity and diabetes.

Sugary drinks may increase harmful body fat

Drinking sugar-sweetened beverages may increase production of visceral fat, a harmful body fat that raises the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease, new research finds.

More weapons but less ammo: benefits and drawbacks of selenium supplementation for immunity

A more thorough evaluation of selenium supplementation is needed, to better understand its benefits to our immune system, and the risks.

Higher fat variation of DASH diet lowers blood pressure, triglycerides, study shows

A higher fat DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet lowered blood pressure to the same extent as the DASH diet, but also reduced triglycerides and did not significantly raise LDL cholesterol, scientists report at the conclusion of their study.

Preschoolers who eat their veggies just as likely to eat junk food

Public-health experts have long expected that kids who eat more carrots and apples are less likely to eat a lot of candy and fries, but new research is calling that into question.

CHORI study finds higher fat variation of DASH diet lowers blood pressure, triglycerides

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) dietary pattern, which is high in fruits, vegetables and low fat dairy foods, significantly lowers blood pressure as well as low-density…

Substitute rewards makes smaller portions more palatable

Offering a small reward alongside a smaller food portion is as attractive as a larger portion of food, suggesting that non-food incentives could be used to discourage overeating.

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