CDC: 90% of Americans consume too much salt

A new report from the CDC shows nearly all Americans consume more salt than is recommended for a healthy diet, placing themselves at higher risk for heart disease and stroke.

US Marshals seize dietary supplements containing kratom

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Sugary drinks sales down by 12% in Mexico after new tax

A tax on sugar-sweetened beverages implemented in Mexico at the start of 2014 has significantly decreased purchases of the sugary drinks, which contribute to obesity.

Being overweight or obese could cause around 700,000 new UK cancers by 2035

Almost 700,0001 new cases of cancer linked to being overweight or obese could be diagnosed in the UK during the next 20 years, according to a new report2 from Cancer Research UK and the UK Health…

First clinical practice guidelines call for lifelong maintenance of restored teeth

UConn School of Dental Medicine’s Dr. Avinash Bidra is lead author of the first national clinical practice guidelines for caring for patients with crowns, bridges, veneers and implants.

Americans are gluttons for diet fads

The #1 New Year’s resolution is to lose weight. But while the media highlights the health concerns associated with obesity, it generally overlooks the fact that the tremendous amount of gratuitous…

Could processed foods raise the risk of autoimmune diseases?

Researchers have identified at least seven food additives – including gluten, sodium and glucose – that they believe may play a role in the development of autoimmune diseases.

Exercise and diet improves ability to exercise for patients with common type of heart failure

Among obese older patients with a common type of heart failure, calorie restriction or aerobic exercise training improved their ability to exercise without experiencing shortness of breath…

Community food bank study dispels belief healthy diets are costly

Contrary to popular belief, healthy diets rich in fruits and vegetables are affordable, say researchers whose study focused on community food bank programs.

Tools for protecting drinking water

We place high demands on the quality of our drinking water. If pathogens or toxic substances found their way into the piping system, many people could become infected or injured very quickly.

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