Close to half of adults and one quarter of kids in the U.S. regularly consume artificial sweeteners

Low-calorie sweeteners (LCSs) are often used in place of added sugars such as sucrose and high-fructose corn syrup in food and beverage products.

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Could a chicory compound reduce Alzheimer’s-related memory loss?

Researchers suggest that a compound called chicoric acid – found in chicory – has the potential to reduce memory loss associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

Meat Advisory Panel slams study linking red meat with diverticulitis

A study in the journal Gut1 has reported statistical associations between frequent red meat intake – but not processed red meat consumption, and a bowel disorder called diverticulitis.

Most breastfed infants not receiving recommended vitamin D supplementation

Although daily vitamin D supplementation is recommended for breastfed infants, adherence to this recommendation is poor.

January 11, 2017 · by  · in Nutritional News · Tags: , ,

Daily supplement of folic acid recommended to prevent birth defects

New state-issued report recommends a daily supplementary intake of folic acid to women capable of being pregnant in order to prevent neural tube defects.

New categorisation of food scares will help efficient development of strategies to prevent food chain being compromised

Researchers from the University of Surrey have developed a new comprehensive categorisation of food scares, a new study in the British Food Journal reports.

Diverticulitis study: More bad news for lovers of red meat

Diverticulitis is relatively common in America. However, its causes are not fully understood

January 10, 2017 · by  · in Nutritional News · Tags: , , , , ,

Diet drinks not ‘diet’ after all

A new review of existing research finds ‘no solid evidence’ that diet drinks are any better for weight management than full-sugar drinks.

Foods rich in resistant starch may benefit health

A new comprehensive review examines the potential health benefits of resistant starch, a form of starch that is not digested in the small intestine and is therefore considered a type of dietary…

Pink Himalayan Salt: Does It Have Any Health Benefits?

Pink Himalayan salt is becoming more popular, but what is it and how is it used? Learn about why the body needs salt and the risks of excess sodium.

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