Nutrition - Page 17

June 15

Intermittent fasting's surprising biblical roots revealed as diet trend grows

A modern eating pattern with religious roots, intermittent fasting may improve health markers like blood pressure and cholesterol while raising questions about long-term health effects.

June 12

Low-calorie diets linked to surprising mental health effect, new research shows

A new study links calorie-restrictive diets to higher depressive symptoms, as experts emphasize the role of balanced nutrition and mental health support.

June 12

Medical experts warn 'Big Food' is fighting back against Ozempic with addictive items for sale

Some medical experts warn that as Ozempic helps overcome food addiction, the junk food industry is adapting with ultraprocessed foods designed to hijack brain reward systems.

June 11

Tropical fruit could be the answer to better heart health, researchers suggest

Post-menopausal women may benefit from mangoes as new research indicates significant improvements in blood pressure and cholesterol after two weeks of consumption.

June 11

This cheap pantry staple could be key to lowering cholesterol, new research suggests

Recent research from the Illinois Institute of Technology has found that consuming a cup of chickpeas daily for 12 weeks reduced the cholesterol levels of prediabetic adults.

June 10

Trump admin approves waivers for 3 states to ban soda, other junk food from public food programs

Three states received federal waivers to prohibit participants in food assistance programs from buying junk food, bringing the total to six states reforming their food stamp programs.

June 10

Dangerous additive lurking in dessert could be destroying your gut health, experts say

Fox News Digital spoke with medical experts about how Polysorbate 80, a widespread emulsifier in frozen treats and processed foods, impacts gut health. An ice cream trade group weighed in, too.

June 4

Mobile teaching kitchens roll out in West Virginia to fight state's high obesity rate

West Virginia launches mobile teaching kitchens and hiking trails under Gov. Morrisey's Make America Healthy Again initiative to reduce obesity and diabetes, plus promote wellness.

June 4

6 foods you should be eating for stronger bones, according to nutritionists

Experts share how nutrition can strengthen bones with foods like tofu, prunes and yogurt, which are rich in calcium, vitamin D and other vital nutrients.

June 3

Rates of dementia are lower in people who eat this specific diet, research shows

The MIND diet, focusing on brain-healthy foods like leafy greens and berries, is linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer's and dementia, according to recent studies.