Diet quality low but steadily improving among US kids

On the whole, the diet of U.S.

Eating fiber keeps gut microbes from eating you

Doctors and nutritionists have always told us to eat our broccoli; a new study shows what happens if we do not listen to their advice.

November 17, 2016 · by  · in Nutritional News · Tags: , , , , ,

Human health risks from hydroelectric projects

In a new study, Harvard University researchers find over 90 percent of potential new Canadian hydroelectric projects are likely to increase concentrations of the neurotoxin methylmercury in food…

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.

Food additive alters gut bacteria to cause colorectal cancer

A new study investigates the link between a common food additive and gut microbiota in mice. Changes in intestinal bacteria may lead to colon cancer.

Vitamin A orange maize improves night vision

A new study has found that vitamin A-biofortified orange maize significantly improves visual functions in children.

Diabetes risk doubles with more than two soft drinks daily

People who consume more than two soft drinks a day – even those with artificial sweeteners – are twice as likely to develop diabetes, a new study shows.

Childhood cancer survivors with poor diet at risk of chronic illness

A new study has found that adults who had childhood cancer are likely to have poor nutrition, which could increase the risk of chronic disease.

October 20, 2016 · by  · in Nutritional News · Tags: , , , , ,

Coca-Cola, PepsiCo funded almost 100 health organizations over 5 years

A new study reveals that at least 96 national health organizations received funding from soda giants Coca-Cola and PepsiCo between 2011-2015.

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.

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