Researchers aim to debunk myths on antioxidant pills, juicing, other dietary fads

Researchers analyzed nutrition studies in a new review published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, which intends to cut through the confusion about the best dietary patterns to…

Following dietary recommendations leads to modest heart health improvements

Following current dietary recommendations may lead to small improvements in overall heart health in overweight individuals, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of…

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.

Television cooking shows overlook safe food handling practices

Many programs miss the opportunity to model proper safety measures, according to a new study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.

Twenty percent of children with celiac disease do not heal on a gluten-free diet

Even after a year on a gluten-free diet, nearly 20 percent of children with celiac disease continue to have intestinal abnormalities (enteropathy) on repeat biopsies, reports a study in the Journal…

Analyzing picture books for nutrition education

Recommended books must be reviewed carefully, according to a new study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.

Healthy eating standards still not fully adopted among YMCA after-school programs

Researchers found South Carolina YMCAs lacking in compliance with standards, according to a new study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and BehaviorHealthy Eating standards…

Cardiac complications from energy drinks? Case report adds new evidence

The high levels of caffeine in energy drinks may lead to cardiac complications, suggests a case report in the July/August Journal of Addiction Medicine, the official journal of the American Society…

Antihypertensive effect of fermented milk products under the microscope

Potential health benefits of functional foods based on new lactic acid bacteria offer opportunities for food developers, report investigators in the Journal of Dairy Science.

A 7-year longitudinal trial of the safety and efficacy of a calcium supplement used to enhance bone mineral density

A recent study from the Journal of the American College of Nutrition (JACN), examines the safety and efficacy of a vitamin/mineral enhanced plant-sourced calcium supplement [AlgaeCal (AC)] in…

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