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New research uncovers widespread human exposure to food-contact chemicals, many of which lack crucial safety data, underscoring the need for more stringent regulations to protect public health. Image Credit: monticello / Shutterstock In a recent study published in The Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental Epidemiology, researchers analyzed biomonitoring data and other databases to investigate the presence of food-contact chemicals (FCCs) in humans. Their findings indicate that 25% of known FCCs are present in humans, with many lacking comprehensive hazard data, which could help improve food safety and public health policies. Background People can be exposed to various synthetic chemicals through household…

Sales of health-focused food products, including free-from, allergy-friendly, nutrient-rich options, continue to thrive in Italy, according to a new study by GS1 Italy. The Osservatorio Immagino report, which analysed more than 140,000 food products, highlighted ‘free from’ products as the largest category within the healthy food market, accounting for over 14,100 products on supermarket shelves. In 2023, sales of these products exceeded €8.1 billion, a 9.7% increase from the previous year. Low-Fat Products Low-fat products, including strained Greek yogurt, skyr, traditional biscuits, turkey, and UHT milk, have seen strong growth (+0.4% in volume and +11.5% in value). Similarly, products labeled…

Photo Credit: wildpixel In patients with HIV, overweight and obesity are associated with binge eating behaviors, and such behaviors occur more often in HIV than in the general population. Overweight and obesity are associated with binge eating behavior in people with HIV, according to study findings published in AIDS. “To date, there are no updated data on the prevalence of binge eating disorder in people living with HIV, for whom weight gain became a crucial issue over the last years,” Maria Mazzitelli, MD, PhD, and colleagues wrote. To investigate rates of binge eating, researchers asked 1,204 people with HIV during…

I’m often asked why Kartini Clinic doesn’t offer residential treatment.It’s a great question. After all, the industry has seen increased integration over the past severalyears, bringing inpatient (IP), residential (Res), partial hospitalization/intensive outpatient(PHP/IOP) levels of care all under one roof.And there is a lot to be said for a vertically integrated treatment model, including continuity ofcare, a consistent treatment experience, and assurances to families and patients that theappropriate level of care will be available within a single treatment program.So why has Kartini Clinic chosen to focus exclusively on the PHP/IOP level of care?Family Centered TreatmentThe single most important reason is…

In May, steakhouse staple in the Theater District since 1927, Gallaghers was embroiled in a tizzy over a misleading grade “A” Department of Health inspection sign in the window. As it turned out, it had been waiting for the DOH to reinspect its restaurant for nearly a year — and posted an old “A” grade in the meantime rather than continuing to display its “C.” When Eater reported the issue, the Department of Health confirmed that the restaurant had a “C” grade and was due for reinspection “this month.” Meanwhile, Gallaghers swapped its false “A” back to a “C” and,…

The terms “eating disorder” and “disordered eating” are often used interchangeably and you might not catch their differences—but they exist. Eating disorders, which can be fatal, affect nearly 30 million Americans, according to the National Eating Disorders Association. Nine percent of women will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime, with only 27 percent of that group getting the treatment they need, per the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders. Disordered eating is more common. Sixty-five percent of women between the ages 25 and 45 surveyed reported having disordered eating behaviors in a 2008 poll of 4,023 women…

A few clever ingredient swaps mean spring puds can be nutritious and delicious. Photo / Two Raw SistersAs the days lengthen and the weather warms, spring offers the perfect opportunity to refresh your diet with lighter, healthier sweet options. The transition from winter’s heavy desserts to spring’s vibrant, revitalising treats can invigorate your palate and boost your mood. Here’s how you can embrace the season with delightful yet wholesome alternatives to traditional sugary indulgences.Fruit-based dessertsOne of the simplest ways to lighten up your sweets is to incorporate more fruit into your recipes, such as this Salade tropicale recipe. Spring brings…

When you think of an eating disorder, chances are you picture a young girl with anorexia, or possibly bulimia. You’re not alone. Those conditions are most commonly portrayed in TV and film – and research shows the media usually depicts both as mostly affecting white women under 30. However, binge-eating disorder is a far more common condition – but is rarely talked about and is mostly misunderstood. The condition also seems to be on the rise. The frequency of binge-eating behaviour in South Australia, for example, increased more than five-fold between 1995 and 2015. All ages, all genders, all body sizes Binge-eating disorder…

Magnesium is a mineral that’s essential to your health. This nutrient is involved in critical processes such as nerve function, DNA synthesis, stress response, blood sugar and blood pressure regulation, and the maintenance of bone health. Your magnesium needs vary depending on your age, gender, and pregnancy status. Most adult males require between 400 and 420 milligrams of magnesium per day, and most adult females require between 310 and 400 milligrams per day. However, scientists argue that while current daily magnesium recommendations are likely sufficient to prevent magnesium deficiency, they aren’t high enough to promote optimal health and protect against conditions…

The process of food intake appears to be organized at the cellular level like a relay race: during eating, the baton is passed between different teams of neurons until we have consumed the appropriate amount of energy. This is the conclusion of a recent study by researchers at the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). Through this complex mechanism, the brain likely ensures that we neither eat too little nor too much. Malfunctions of this process may lead to eating disorders such as anorexia or binge eating. The findings appear in the Journal of Neuroscience. To survive, we need to regularly replenish our…