Diets Haven’t Improved Much Worldwide; U.S. Near Bottom of List

Diets Haven’t Improved Much Worldwide; U.S. Near Bottom of List

MONDAY, Sept. 19, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Despite everything people have learned about good nutrition, folks around the world aren’t eating much healthier than they were three decades ago, a new global review has concluded. Diets are still closer to a poor score of zero — with loads of sugar and processed meats … Read more

Diets Heavy in ‘Ultra-Processed’ Foods Could Harm the Brain

Diets Heavy in ‘Ultra-Processed’ Foods Could Harm the Brain

By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, July 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Eating lots of ultra-processed foods may dramatically increase your risk for dementia, according to a new study by researchers in China. Ultra-processed foods are high in sugar, fat and salt, but low in protein and fiber. Sodas, salty and sugary snacks and desserts, … Read more

Will Smith’s Personal Trainer on Getting in the Best Shape of Your Life

Will Smith’s Personal Trainer on Getting in the Best Shape of Your Life

Taking a closer look at emotions attached to certain behaviors — like picking up a box of doughnuts when you’re sad or the pleasure derived from mindless eating on the couch — can be uncomfortable. “Most people aren’t prepared to go there,” Ferguson says. “The ones that are prepared to go there … Read more

Americans Turning to Trendy Diets to Shed Pandemic Pounds

Americans Turning to Trendy Diets to Shed Pandemic Pounds

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Dec. 20, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Americans in the prime of their lives are worried about the pounds they packed on during the pandemic and plan to do something about it in the new year, a new Harris Poll/HealthDay survey finds. Nearly 2 of … Read more

Olympic Athletes Come With Olympic-Sized (but Healthy) Diets

Olympic Athletes Come With Olympic-Sized (but Healthy) Diets

Allison Mankowski, registered dietitian; sports dietitian, Eastern Michigan University. NBC Sports: “How Many Calories Michael Phelps Consumed as a Swimmer.” Livestrong: “What Sport Burns the Most Calories Per Hour?” Men’s Health: “Olympic Swimmer Ryan Murphy Swears by This Breakfast Every Day.” CNBC: “How the World’s Fastest Man Usain Bolt Mentally Prepares for a Race.” … Read more

Plant-Based Diets and Your Cholesterol

Plant-Based Diets and Your Cholesterol

A plant-based diet could benefit your heart in a big way. It might help bring your cholesterol numbers down, along with your chances of getting heart disease someday. “What’s really cool is that the more plant-based you go, and the more you’re able to embrace vegetarian-style eating, you’re going to get those positive impacts a … Read more

Counting Calories Beats Fasting Diets for Weight Loss

Counting Calories Beats Fasting Diets for Weight Loss

Two U.S. nutrition experts not involved with the study agreed with the findings. “When it comes to weight loss, modest reduction of calories is what counts regardless of how you achieve that,” said Lona Sandon, a professor of clinical nutrition with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. “In other words, reduce … Read more