Study Uncovers Another Reason to Avoid Ultra-Processed Foods
A study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics shows that a high intake of ultra-processed foods is associated with insomnia.
Nutrition
Junk Food Diet May Cause Long-term Brain Damage
The link between diet and brain health has been well established, with research showing that a so-called Western diet high in saturated fats and simple sugars may trigger Alzheimer’s disease. Research also shows that people who suffer from Alzheimer’s tend to have lower levels of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, whichRead
Stress Eating? What Does the Research Say?
We’re all familiar with stress eating. You feel the pressure getting to you and you reach for a “comfort” food—one that’s usually full of fat or sugar or both. Sure, you know these foods aren’t good for you, but they sure help take the edge off. Or do they? ScientistsRead
Another Reason to Give Up Meat
The idea that eating less meat can improve cardiovascular health certainly isn’t new. Studies have found that people who eat less meat—especially less red meat—have a lower incidence of cardiovascular diseases and a lower risk of fatal ischemic stroke. While there is some debate as to the exact relationship ofRead
The Best Diet for Brain Health?
The so-called Mediterranean diet—which focuses mainly on fresh vegetables, fish, whole grains, and olive oil—has received a lot of press in recent years for its heart-health benefits. Studies have shown that people who follow this basic eating plan have a reduced risk of both cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality. ARead
Another Reason to Eat Strawberries
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting nearly 6 million people in the United States in 2020 and projected to impact as many as 14 million by the year 2060. Symptoms typically manifest after age 60 and include memory loss that disrupts daily life, difficulty completing familiarRead
Types of Carbohydrates and Midlife Weight Management
Despite the prevalence and popularity of low-carb diets, the role of carbohydrates in weight gain and obesity remains controversial. Few studies have tracked the association between changes in carbohydrate intake over time and changes in body weight. To address this, a team led by Harvard researchers set out to examineRead
Study Examines Protein Intake and Type 2 Diabetes
When it comes to controlling blood sugar and managing type 2 diabetes, experts agree that a healthy diet can play a key role. The disagreement arises when they try to define exactly what “healthy” means. Proponents of low-carb, high-protein, Keto, and other diets all lay claim to the term, withRead
Intermittent Fasting Improves Alzheimer’s Pathology
A study published in Cell Metabolism found that mice on time-restricted feeding schedules had better memory and less accumulation of amyloid proteins in the brain.
Beyond the Kidney Stone: Are Oxalates Affecting Your Patients?
Are you missing the possibility of oxalates contributing to your patient’s fatigue, inflammation, pain, or chronic infections? In the absence of kidney stones, dietary oxalate has been overlooked as a cause of common aliments for nearly 100 years. Today’s health- and wellness-seeking patients often come to rely on oxalate-rich foodsRead
