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The FDA is prioritizing its nutrition initiatives to ensure people in the United States have greater access to healthier foods and nutrition information we can all use to identify healthier choices more easily. Increasing the availability of healthier foods could improve eating patterns and, as a result, improve everyone’s health and wellness. At its Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health on September 28, 2022, the White House released a National Strategy to end hunger and increase healthy eating and physical activity by 2030, so that fewer consumers experience diet-related diseases like diabetes, obesity and hypertension. The strategy includes several FDA…
I have encountered many patients who have tried these medications – more often than not, hoping for a quick fix. But the reality is, there is no quick fix when recovering from disordered eating, or an eating disorder.Rather than gaining a sense of relief from weight loss while using these jabs, those who binge eat are still left with the traumas and struggles they have been consciously or subconsciously trying to avoid.If a patient can no longer binge eat as a means of coping, they will very likely move on to a different harmful coping mechanism. This could be anything…
There has been heightened focus on health disparities and their underlying causes in recent years. These disparities are not new and reflect longstanding structural and systemic inequalities rooted in contemporary and historical racism and discrimination. This brief provides an introduction to what health and health care disparities are, why it is important to address them, what the status of disparities is today, recent federal actions to address disparities, and key issues related to addressing disparities in the future. More detailed information on this topic can be found in KFF’s Health Policy 101 chapter on Race, Inequality, and Health. What are…
Yellow 5, also known as tartrazine or FD&C yellow #5, is a synthetic yellow food dye suspected of being linked to health problems ranging from allergies to hyperactivity in kids to cancer. It is one of several azo food dyes made from petroleum products and among several dyes and food additives studied for potential health impacts. Yellow #5 adds color to make foods and soft drinks more appealing. It’s also approved for use in pills and other medications, as well as in personal care products such as skin care products, shampoo, and cosmetics. Some textile manufacturers also use azo dyes…
There has been heightened focus on health disparities and their underlying causes in recent years. These disparities are not new and reflect longstanding structural and systemic inequalities rooted in contemporary and historical racism and discrimination. This brief provides an introduction to what health and health care disparities are, why it is important to address them, what the status of disparities is today, recent federal actions to address disparities, and key issues related to addressing disparities in the future. More detailed information on this topic can be found in KFF’s Health Policy 101 chapter on Race, Inequality, and Health. What are…
By University of North Dakota/August 14, 2024 Just like how too little or too much of anything can be harmful, the same holds true for food and nutrients. Consuming too little can lead to deficiencies and health issues while consuming too much can result in obesity and related diseases. This is where the expertise of those with an education in nutrition becomes invaluable. Professionals who study and train in this field play a crucial role in helping individuals maintain their health. They can create tailored diets to optimize athletes’ performance, develop nutrition plans for patients with medical conditions, and more.…
Register for free to listen to this article Thank you. Listen to this article using the player above. ✖ Want to listen to this article for FREE? Complete the form below to unlock access to ALL audio articles. Parents in Australia are being misled by a “staggering number” of unregulated claims on baby and toddler food, according to a new study. Researchers from the George Institute for Global Health compared the nutritional and promotional data of 309 infant food products sold in Australian supermarkets against standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO).Only 22% of products met…
David Stansbury is an undergraduate student at Anderson University in Indiana where he is pursuing a major in exercise science and minors in psychology and nutrition. David is on the cross country and track and field teams. When he’s not running, he loves getting coffee and reading books that are about running or working on the mental side of sports, or spending time with his girlfriend. He loves being around his friends playing cards or board games. David’s main goal in life is to use the resources and passions that he has to help people get better in all aspects…
AS children return to school over the next few weeks, a lot will be asked of their focus, energy, and brain power. Via a brain-boosting lifestyle and foods, parents can support their child as the new school year starts.Hydration is a key factor, says Rachel Kumar, a dietitian working with Dublin Nutrition Centre ( dnc.ie). “Water is critical for brain function, due to the brain being largely composed of water. Even mild dehydration can cause headaches, low energy levels, and changes in mood and mental status, which is especially important for children who are expected to concentrate all day at school.”A…
A new study reveals that women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) may face a 50% higher risk of developing eating disorders, such as binge-eating and bulimia.PCOS, which affects approximately one in eight to 10 women of reproductive age worldwide, is characterised by elevated testosterone levels, irregular menstrual cycles, and excess body hair.The study, led by Laura Cooney, an associate professor at the University of Wisconsin, is the first to confirm the increased risk of specific eating disorders among women with PCOS.Bulimia, one of the disorders highlighted, involves episodes of binge-eating followed by behaviours to prevent weight gain, such as induced…