Eating french fries may double the risk of early death

Eating french fries and other forms of fried potatoes two or three times per week could significantly increase the risk of premature death, study finds.

In children, snacking quality appears to decline with age

The average U.S. child snacks three times a day

People who eat nuts more than three times a week have reduced risk of dying from cancer or cardiovascular disease

People who eat nuts, particularly walnuts, are more likely to live longer, finds new research. In a longitudinal study, researchers suggest that those who eat nuts more than three times a week have a reduced risk of dying from cancer or cardiovascular disease than non-nut eaters.

Independent And Small-Chain Restaurants Serving Extremely High Calorie Meals

A new study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine found that the average meal from independent and small-chain restaurants contains more than half of a person’s recommended daily calorie intake. On average, meals from such restaurants contained around three times the amount of energy that an adult should consume in a single meal.

For Anemia Prevention During Pregnancy, Iron Supplements Need Not Be Taken Every Day

Taking iron supplements one to three times a week instead of every day is just as effective at preventing anaemia in pregnant women, according to the findings of a new Cochrane systematic review.

Snacking on raisins may offer a heart-healthy way to lower blood pressure

If you have slightly higher than normal blood pressure – known as prehypertension – consider eating a handful of raisins. New data suggest that, among individuals with mild increases in blood pressure, the routine consumption of raisins (three times a day) may significantly lower blood pressure.