Poisonous mushrooms: serious illnesses, foraging on the rise

Experts from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in the US have warned that the growing popularity of foraging for mushrooms in the wild may lead to increased hospitalizations and serious illness as a result of poisoning from the fungi. According to the experts, poison control centers nationwide answer around 6,000 calls nationwide from people who have consumed poisonous mushrooms…

Chronically ill struggle to put food on the table

A new study from Canada suggests households where adults have chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, arthritis, migraines, back problems, heart disease and mental illness, are more likely to struggle to put food on the table.

The relationship between chronic illness and food insecurity

Research findings provide direct evidence that people with chronic diseases are more likely to be food insecure – that is suffering from inadequate, insecure access to food as a result of financial constraints…

Scientists develop new way to detect threatening nanoparticles in food

Over the last few years, the use of nanomaterials for water treatment, food packaging, pesticides, cosmetics and other industries has increased.

Soft drinks may cause aggressive child behavior

Soft drinks may cause young children to become aggressive and develop attention problems, according to a study published in The Journal of Pediatrics.

Informing Diners Of Recommended Calorie Intake Does Not Enhance Use Of Menu Labeling

As many states introduce regulations requiring restaurants to post calorie information on menus, a new study from the American Journal of Public Health finds that also informing consumers of recommended calorie intake does not help consumers use menu labels more effectively…

Study Funded By The United States Potato Board Shows That Potatoes Provide One Of The Best Nutritional Values Per Penny

A frequently expressed concern in the ongoing public health debate is the lack of affordability of fresh vegetables, especially those that are nutrient dense…

40 Percent Of 9-18 Year Olds Use Calorie Information In Fast Food Restaurants When Making Food Choices

A new study published online in the Journal of Public Health has found that of young people who visited fast food or chain restaurants in the U.S. in 2010, girls and youth who were obese were more likely to use calorie information given in the restaurants to inform their food choices…

Calorie Information In Fast Food Restaurants Used By 40% Of 9-18 Year Olds When Making Food Choices, Study Finds

Girls and obese youth 70-80% more likely to use information than boys and youth with a healthy BMI.

Some Newborns Benefit From Early Formula, Helping Mothers To Breastfeed Longer

Recent public health efforts have focused extensively on reducing the amount of formula babies are given in the hospital after birth…

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