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Most Americans Still Aren't Eating Enough Whole Grains
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 30, 2022
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Americans are eating more whole grains than ever before -- but it's still not enough.
Moreover, not everyone agrees on what whole grains actually are, according to a new study that found competing definitions.
The increase in whole grain intake over the past two de...
Not All Dietary Fiber Is Created Equal
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 28, 2022
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Dietary fiber gets a lot of praise for helping people feel full and for lowering the risk of certain types of disease.
Yet many types of dietary fiber exist -- and they don't all work the same, according to a small new study.
"When you actually get down to it, fib...
Threatening Eye Condition Rare After COVID Infection
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- April 15, 2022
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As doctors learn more about COVID-19 infection, they are finding that in rare cases, it appears tied to a disturbing eye condition.
Weight Loss Your Resolution? Experts Look at Fasting, Keto and Whole 30
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 30, 2021
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Folks who are determined to shed some pounds in the New Year face a bewildering array of fad diets and quickie weight-loss schemes.
Could a High-Fiber Diet Help Boost Cancer Survival?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- December 27, 2021
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People undergoing immune-boosting therapy for advanced melanoma may respond better if they eat a high-fiber diet, a new study hints.
Researchers said much more study is needed, but their initial findings -- in both melanoma patients and lab mice -- suggest that
MIND Diet May Guard Against Alzheimer's
- Steven Reinberg
- September 29, 2021
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The MIND diet may help older people ward off Alzheimer's disease, a new study finds.
Developed by the late Martha Clare Morris, who was a Rush University nutritional epidemiologist, and her colleagues, the MIND diet is a hybrid of the Mediterranean and DASH diets.
...
Diet Key to Better Health in People With Diabetes
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 10, 2021
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A diet rich in fresh veggies, fruit and fiber has meaningful benefits for people with diabetes, a new research review confirms.
Doctors have long recommended this kind of "low-glycemic" eating regimen to help patients manage their diabetes and keep blood sugar level...
Just 250 Fewer Calories Per Day Brings Big Health Rewards for Obese Seniors
- Cara Murez
- August 2, 2021
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Seniors, it may be easier than you think to undo the damage of decades of bad eating and precious little exercise.
New research shows that cutting just 250 calories a day and exercising moderately could lead to not only weight loss but improved vascular health in older o...
Whole Grains Every Day: Key to Your Health and Waistline
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- July 13, 2021
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Whole grains can help older adults maintain a thinner waist, lower blood pressure and lower blood sugar, new research suggests.
Just three servings a day may do the trick, the authors said.
One serving is a slice of whole-grain bread, a half-cup of rolled oat cere...
Most Americans Don't Follow Diets That Could Prevent Cancer
- Robert Preidt
- July 1, 2021
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The eating habits of most American adults aren't in line with dietary guidelines that can reduce the risk of cancer, a new study finds.
Researchers examined data from nearly 31,000 U.S. adult participants in the annual National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.
Potato Chips, Fatty Lunches Greatly Raise Your Heart Risks
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- June 24, 2021
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A steady lunch routine of cheeseburgers and fries may shorten your life, but loading your dinner plate with vegetables could do the opposite.
Those are among the findings of a new study looking at the potential health effects of not only what people eat, but when.
...
'Plant-Based' or Low-Fat Diet: Which Is Better for Your Heart?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- June 9, 2021
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Hoping to eat your way to a healthier heart?
Diets rich in plant foods may beat low-fat eating regimens for cutting the risk of heart disease and stroke, a new study finds.
Saturated fat, the kind largely found in animal products, has long been viewed as the enemy ...
Vegetarian Diet Could Help Fight Off Disease: Study
- Robert Preidt and Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporters
- May 10, 2021
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There's more evidence that a switch away from meat in your diet could cut levels of unhealthy "biomarkers" that encourage disease, researchers say.
A new study reported Saturday at the virtual European Congress on Obesity (ECO) found that people on vegetarian diets have ...
The 5 Foods That Cut Your Odds for Colon Cancer
- April 3, 2021
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When it comes to guarding against colon cancer, what you eat is everything.
You can reduce your risk of colon cancer by eating five food types, an expert says. These include: vegetables; whole grains; legumes; nuts and seeds; and fiber-rich fruit.
"Vegetables conta...
AHA News: Refined Flour Substitutes Abound -- But How to Choose the Best One?
- American Heart Association News HealthDay Reporter
- April 2, 2021
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A trip down a grocery store's baking goods aisle can leave you in a daze these days if you're thinking about replacing white or all-purpose flour with one of the many alternatives on shelves.
In recent years, the pantry staple used for baking and making pasta has become ...
Switch to Plant-Based Diet Can Cut Your Odds for Stroke
- Robert Preidt
- March 12, 2021
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A healthy, plant-based diet could reduce your risk of stroke by up to 10%, researchers say.
This type of diet includes greater amounts of foods like vegetables, whole grains and beans, and fewer less-healthy foods like refined grains or added sugars.
"Many studies ...
Diet Change Cured One Woman's Rare Leg Ulcers
- Cara Murez
- February 24, 2021
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For people who have livedoid vasculopathy, which causes painful ulcers on the feet and lower legs, new research may bring newfound hope.
The disease is a rare medical mystery with no known cause and no commonly accepted cure, according to researchers who outlined the cas...
Whole Wheat Better for You Than White Bread, Study Confirms
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- February 4, 2021
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New research reinforces advice to include more whole grains in your diet.
A diet heavy in "refined" grains (such as white bread, cookies and muffins) may increase your risk for heart disease and early death, while whole grains may lower it, according to the study.
...
What's the Most Nutritious Way to Juice Your Vegetables?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- February 1, 2021
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Homemade juices are a popular way for health-conscious people to get their veggies. But the juicing method of choice makes a difference, a recent study suggests.
Researchers found that three different techniques -- using either a blender or a low- or high-speed juicer --...
Living Healthy Good for Your Heart, Even if You're on Meds
- Steven Reinberg
- November 12, 2020
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No matter how many medications you take, eating a healthy diet, not smoking and getting plenty of exercise will help keep you alive, a new study finds.
"We've long known about the benefits of leading a healthy lifestyle. The results from our study underscore the importan...
Tips for a Healthier Holiday Season
- Robert Preidt
- November 3, 2020
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Give your heart the gift of healthy eating this Thanksgiving, the American Heart Association suggests.
"It's easy to get off track from making healthy choices during the holidays, and the pandemic may add to the stress," Dr. Anne Thorndike, chair of the American Hea...
Keep High Blood Pressure at Bay With Healthy Lifestyle
- Robert Preidt
- September 16, 2020
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Want to fend off high blood pressure? New research adds to the pile of evidence showing that living healthy can help you avoid hypertension.
The study included nearly 3,000 Black and white U.S. adults, aged 45 and older, who didn't have high blood pressure at the st...
Some Vegetarian Diets Are Much Healthier Than Others
- E.J. Mundell
- August 27, 2020
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For a host of reasons, millions worldwide are deciding to give up meat and focus on a plant-based diet.
But new research out of Greece is a reminder that not all vegetarian diets are healthy -- especially for people who are already obese.
"The quality of pl...
Is It Really 'Whole Grain'? Food Labels Often Misleading
- Dennis Thompson
- August 10, 2020
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Folks who want to eat healthy by choosing whole grain foods aren't helped by product labels that can confuse and mislead consumers, a new study shows.
Almost half were unable to identify the healthier whole grain option when asked to rely on food package labels, rese...
Want to Protect Your Eyes as You Age? Stay Away From Carbs
- July 27, 2020
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Glaucoma strikes many people as they age, but what if a simple dietary change could lower your risk?
New research suggests it can: Scientists found a low-carbohydrate diet might protect you against the vision-robbing disease.
The researchers analyzed data ...
Getting Your Protein From Plants a Recipe for Longevity
- Dennis Thompson
- July 13, 2020
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Swapping out tofu for your morning eggs or using beans instead of ground beef in your chili could help you live longer, a new study reports.
Getting your daily protein from plants instead of animals appears to reduce your overall risk of early death, researchers foun...
High-Fiber, Low-Fat Diet May Help People With Ulcerative Colitis
- Steven Reinberg
- July 10, 2020
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A low-fat, high-fiber diet may improve the quality of life of patients with ulcerative colitis, a new study finds.
"Patients with inflammatory bowel disease always ask us what they should eat to make their symptoms better," said researcher Dr. Maria Abreu. She's a p...
High-Fiber Diets May Lower Odds for Breast Cancer
- E.J. Mundell
- April 10, 2020
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Whether she gets it from fruits, beans, grains or vegetables, dietary fiber appears to at least slightly lower a woman's risk for breast cancer, a comprehensive new review finds.
The review covered data from 20 different trials involving millions of women. It found t...
Mealtime Choices Could Affect Your Odds for Stroke
- Robert Preidt
- February 24, 2020
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Want to avoid a stroke? Reach for fruits and veggies, new research suggests.
The new European study of more than 418,000 people found that what you eat can influence your risk for different types of stroke.
"The most important finding is that higher consum...
Why Some High-Fiber Diets Cause Gas -- And What to Do About It
- Robert Preidt
- February 5, 2020
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If you want to reduce bloating when eating a high-fiber diet, try making it carbohydrate-rich rather than protein-rich, new study findings suggest.
Bloating is a common side effect that discourages many people from adopting a high-fiber diet.
For the study,...
Eating Out: A Recipe for Poor Nutrition, Study Finds
- Serena Gordon
- January 29, 2020
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Whether you're stopping at a casual fast-food place or sitting down to eat in a full-service restaurant, eating out is an easy way to fill up when you're hungry. But those meals may not deliver much nutritional value, a new study suggests.
The researchers found that...
Americans Are Still Eating Too Many 'Bad' Carbs
- Amy Norton
- September 24, 2019
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Decades into the obesity epidemic, Americans are still eating far too much sugar, starch and saturated fat, a new report claims.
Since 1999, Americans have cut down a bit on "low-quality" carbs, like heavily processed grains and snack foods with added sugar. But that...
High-Fiber Diets Might Shield Against a Common Pregnancy Complication
- Robert Preidt
- July 12, 2019
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More vegetables, more whole grains: New research finds that diets rich in fiber might help pregnant women avoid a dangerous spike in blood pressure.
The common obstetric complication is called preeclampsia, and it occurs in up to 10% of pregnancies. It's characte...
Which Foods Are the Best Sources of Dietary Fiber?
- Len Canter
- June 12, 2019
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The more we learn about fiber, the more important the recommendation to get enough of it becomes.
Key Health Benefits of Fiber
- Lowering cholesterol
- Lowering blood sugar
- Easing elimination
- Improving heart health
Eating to Reach Health Goals
- Len Canter
- May 23, 2019
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What and when you eat certain foods can boost how you feel at different times during the day. When it comes to meal planning, timing is everything.
Important for anyone trying to lose weight, research shows that having a high-protein breakfast -- that means 35 grams'...
Veggies, Fruits and Grains Keep Your Heart Pumping
- Steven Reinberg
- April 23, 2019
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As if you needed any more proof that fruits, vegetables and whole grains are good for you, a new study finds they may cut your chances of heart failure by 41%.
Conversely, the so-called Southern diet, which focuses on meats, fried and processed foods and lots of ...
Healthy Diet Might Not Lower Dementia Risk
- Amy Norton
- March 12, 2019
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A long-running study questions the conventional wisdom that a healthy diet may help ward off dementia.
European researchers followed more than 8,200 middle-aged adults for 25 years -- looking at whether diet habits swayed the odds of being diagnosed with dementia. In...
Healthy Diet While Young, Healthy Brain in Middle Age
- Robert Preidt
- March 7, 2019
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Young adults who eat a heart-healthy diet may also be protecting their brain in middle age, a new study suggests.
It included more than 2,600 participants who were an average age of 25 at enrollment and followed for 30 years. They were asked about their eating habits...
High-Fiber Diet May Help Gut 'Microbiome' Battle Melanoma
- Serena Gordon
- February 27, 2019
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A healthy diet may trigger a better response to a certain kind of melanoma treatment.
How?
New research suggests that a diet that's full of fiber appears to lead to more diverse intestinal bacteria (microbiome). In turn, a thriving gut microbiome is linked ...
Update Dietary Guidelines for a Healthier You
- Len Canter
- February 5, 2019
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Every five years, the U.S. government updates its dietary guidelines based in part on new research, but always with the goal of disease prevention.
The 2015-2020 guidelines stress the need to shift to healthier foods and beverages. Although research links vegetables ...
Cauliflower: The Versatile Substitute for High-Carb Veggies
- Len Canter
- January 30, 2019
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If you'd like to lighten up on carbs without compromising the taste of dishes you love, make cauliflower "rice" your go-to substitute ingredient.
Cauliflower is among the healthiest of all vegetables, high in vitamin C, fiber and folate. "Ricing" it simply means puls...
More Proof High-Fiber Diets Help Prevent Cancers, Heart Disease
- Alan Mozes
- January 11, 2019
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A large, new analysis helps confirm that eating lots of grains, vegetables and fruit lowers your risk of dying early from cancer or heart disease.
When compared with those who consume very little fiber, people at the high end of the fiber-eating spectrum saw their ri...
Trying Whole30 Diet? Watch Out for Weight Regain
- Steven Reinberg
- January 7, 2019
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Thinking of eating healthier in 2019? Kickstarting with the Whole30 diet may be a good choice, a dietitian suggests.
But you have to be careful when you start a diet that restricts foods. These diets can be risky, according to Ohio State's Lori Chong, a certified di...
What's the Best Diet for 2019? Experts Weigh In
- Serena Gordon
- January 2, 2019
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For many, the start of the new year signals the start of a new diet. But what's the best way to eat if you want to lose weight?
For overall healthy eating, the best diet plan is the Mediterranean diet, according to U.S. News & World Report's annual diet re...