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Eating animal-sourced protein foods is not linked to a higher risk of death and may even offer protective benefits against cancer-related mortality, new research finds. The study, published in Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism, analyzed data from nearly 16,000 adults aged 19 and older using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHAMES III). Researchers examined how much animal and …

Share on Pinterest60 grams of almonds a day may help protect against oxidative stress, study finds. Image credit: Nadine Greeff/Stocksy A person’s oxidative health refers to their body’s ability to keep a good balance of free radicals and antioxidants that when imbalanced, could damage body cells. Oxidative stress can be caused by a number of lifestyle factors, including eating an …

A registered dietitian sets the record straight on those foods you were previously told are “bad” for heart health. Foods like eggs, shellfish and full-fat dairy actually contain important heart-healthy nutrients. No need to cut out potatoes, coffee or dark chocolate — these foods can also be good for your heart. For years, certain foods have been labeled as “bad” …

Eating disorders can affect anybody, no matter their age, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic status or body size. Yet the myth that eating disorders are “diseases of affluence” persists, and can mean those from wealthier backgrounds are more likely to receive a diagnosis and be able to access treatment. In fact, people who experience socioeconomic disadvantage may be more at risk of …

Thirty-two-year-old Charlotte Chapman-Hart experienced ear-splitting headaches from the age of thirteen, leading to multiple incorrect dietary disorder-related diagnoses.  It would take eight years before doctors discovered that she had cysts on her backbone and her brain was pressing down on her spinal column. Despite the pain, she continued dancing ballet during this period and graduated from university with a health …

While many factors impact how your brain ages, what we eat also plays a role. As part of an overall healthy lifestyle, dietitians recommend spinach as the No.1 vegetable to help reduce your risk of dementia. Spinach helps improve blood flow to the brain, fights inflammation and supports the gut-brain connection. We all want to keep our brains sharp as …

Share on PinterestDiets rich in minerals, especially potassium, were linked to a lower depression risk in a new study. Image credit: Vera Lair/Stocksy About 5% of the world’s adult population lives with depression. Past research shows that people can help lower their risk for depression by following healthy lifestyle guidelines, such as eating a nutritious diet. A new study has …

Brain eating amoeba-infected patient dies, Missouri health officials confirm  KSDK Man infected with ‘brain-eating’ amoeba in Missouri has died, DHSS says  KOMU 8 Missouri health officials say patient treated for ‘brain-eating’ amoeba after Ozarks excursion has died  KMBC Missouri Patient in ICU for 97% Fatal ‘Brain-Eating’ Infection Linked to Waterskiing on Local Lake  people.com Missouri health leaders confirm death of patient with rare brain-eating …

Facebook Tweet Email Link The US Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday urged the public not to eat certain bags of frozen raw shrimp sold at Walmart, citing concerns about unsanitary conditions and radioactive contamination found in shipments from the same supplier. The FDA said that a radioactive isotope, cesium-137, was detected in a sample of breaded shrimp detained at …

FDA warns public about eating radioactive shrimp from Walmart  Axios FDA warns public not to eat possibly radioactive shrimp sold at Walmart  ABC News FDA issues warning, investigating after radioactive shrimp bound for Walmart detected at major US ports  Fox Business Walmart shrimp recalled due to possible radioactive contamination, FDA says  yahoo.com Walmart recalls Great Value shrimp after FDA warns of risk of radioactive …