Food

Study links excessive sugar consumption with unhealthy fat deposits in heart, body parts

Sophia Antipolis [France], July 5 (ANI): While sugar and sugar made products lure people, a recent study has unveiled the ill effects caused due to sugar consumption. According to the novel study, the consumption of sugar is linked with larger fat deposits around the heart and in the abdomen, which are a health risk.

2020-07-05T05:29:18.778855+00:00 IST

Study reveals vitamin D may help prevent common side effect of anti-cancer immunotherapy

Washington D.C. [USA], June 27 (ANI): While vitamin D is known for its health benefits and is vital for maintaining healthy bones, a new research indicates that the intake of vitamin D supplements may help prevent a potentially serious side effect of a revolutionary form of anti-cancer therapy.

2020-06-27T12:03:40.163388+00:00 IST

Dubai's supermarket delivers mangoes in a king-like Lamborghini ride

Dubai [UAE], June 25 (ANI): As summers in Dubai bloom in its full glory, the most savoured summer fruit - Mongo - is getting the most special treatment in the city as it gets delivered to customers via an emperor like ride of a Lamborghini.

2020-06-25T06:29:57.011524+00:00 IST

Study reveals nutrition a key ingredient for cognitive health of midlife, older Canadians

Toronto [Canada], June 24 (ANI): A new study, investigating factors associated with verbal fluency among a large sample of English speaking Canadians aged 45-85, found that individuals who consumed more vegetables and fruits and more nuts and pulses (such as lentils and beans) scored higher on tests of verbal fluency.

2020-06-24T11:22:02.097637+00:00 IST

Adding lean beef to healthy diet does not adversely affect heart or leads to diabetes: Study

Illinois [USA], June 16 (ANI): Results from a new study show that the risk factors for cardiovascular disease and diabetes were similar when participants consumed a healthy eating pattern with and without an additional 5.3 ounces of lean beef.

2020-06-16T17:42:42.780276+00:00 IST

Here's how high-salt diet impacts health of gut microbiome

Augusta [Georgia], June 13 (ANI): A recent study suggests that reducing salt intake into what's considered a healthier level appears to be good for females with untreated hypertension and may be beneficial for both their gut microbiome and blood pressure.

2020-06-13T10:14:33.479890+00:00 IST

Fruit juice consumption in early years has long term dietary benefits

Washington DC [USA], June 13 (ANI): As consumption of fruit juice helps to strengthen the immune system, digestion and preventing allergies and ailments, a recent study has found that the consumption of 100 per cent fruit juice during preschool years, can lead to healthier dietary patterns in later childhood without adversely impacting weight gain.

2020-06-13T06:54:57.719927+00:00 IST

High-salt diet impacts health of gut microbiome

Augusta [Georgia], June 9 (ANI): Particularly in females with untreated hypertension, reducing salt intake to what's considered a healthier level appears to be good for both their gut microbiome and their blood pressure, a new study by researchers tssuggests.

2020-06-09T17:40:01.575546+00:00 IST

Temperament issues can develop unhealthy eating habits in children: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], June 7 (ANI): Kids who are temperamental, generally equated with characteristics like anger, and mood swings are likely to be more prone to develop an unhealthy relationship with food and eating habits, according to a recent study.

2020-06-07T12:57:07.881508+00:00 IST

Here's how coffee is good for your digestion, digestive disorders

Washington D.C. [USA], May 29 (ANI): A new report reviews the latest research into coffee's effect on digestion, and indicates a potential protective effect against gallstones and gallstone disease, and pancreatitis. The report also highlights other beneficial effects that coffee consumption may have on the process of digestion, including supporting gut microflora -and promoting gut motility.

2020-05-29T02:33:39.566580+00:00 IST

Higher fibre saves lives, but food processing may remove benefits

Otago [New Zealand], May 22 (ANI): Eating more fibre can improve life expectancy for those with diabetes, says a study conducted by Otago researchers.

2020-05-22T15:47:03.194538+00:00 IST

Adding a blend of spices to a meal may help lower inflammation

Washington D.C. [USA], May 21 (ANI): Adding an array of spices to meals is a surefire way to make it tastier, but new Penn State research suggests it may increase its health benefits as well.

2020-05-21T18:15:11.184333+00:00 IST

Study links dairy-rich diet with lower risks of diabetes, high blood pressure

Washington D.C. [USA], May 19 (ANI): While a dairy-rich diet is helpful in meeting the body's calcium requirement, outcomes of a large international study links eating at least two daily servings of dairy with lower risks of diabetes and high blood pressure.

2020-05-19T10:39:59.768651+00:00 IST

Study reveals combination of fasting, Vitamin C effective on hard-to-treat cancers

California [USA], May 16 (ANI): While fruits and vegetables rich in Vitamin C, including orange, kiwi, lemon, guava are considered good for the growth, development and repair of all body tissues -- a team of scientists has discovered added benefits of the nutrient. They say that a fasting-mimicking diet could be more effective at treating some types of cancer when combined with vitamin C.

2020-05-16T13:51:56.557256+00:00 IST

Drinking sugary drinks daily may be linked to higher risk of cardiovascular disease in women: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], May 13 (ANI): For women who have got a sweet tooth for sugar drinks, a new California based research suggests that drinking one or more sugary beverages a day has been associated with a nearly 20% greater likelihood of females having a cardiovascular disease compared to those who rarely or never drank these.

2020-05-13T10:13:39.941704+00:00 IST

Study focuses on effects of antioxidant-rich Indo-Mediterranean foods on pre-heart failure

Washington D.C.[USA], May 12 (ANI): While the role of diets in the pathogenesis of cardiac dysfunction is controversial, it is also well known that Western diet causes oxidative stress and has pro-inflammatory effects, whereas Mediterranean style diets are anti-inflammatory. Recently, cohort studies and case-control studies, have demonstrated that western-style diets rich in sugar and physical inactivity with obesity are important behavioural risk factors of heart failure.

2020-05-12T10:31:44.266374+00:00 IST

People more likely to opt for non-alcoholic drinks if availability greater

Washington DC [USA], May 9 (ANI): People are more likely to opt for non-alcoholic drinks if more of them are available as compared to alcoholic drinks, suggests a new study.

2020-05-09T13:46:11.105904+00:00 IST

People more likely to opt non-alcoholic drinks when they are more in availability: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], May 6 (ANI): People are likely to choose a non-alcoholic drink when the availability and variety of them is more than alcoholic drinks.

2020-05-06T13:11:24.406319+00:00 IST

Study reveals dietary counselling introduced in infancy leads to better cardiovascular health in adults

Washington D.C. [USA], April 23 (ANI): Regular dietary counselling starting in infancy has a positive impact on the quality of fat in the diet, as on the cardiovascular health, suggests a recent study.

2020-04-23T17:12:35.246984+00:00 IST

Study reveals coffee changes our sense of taste

Washington D.C. [USA], April 21 (ANI): A recent study has found that sweet food feel even sweeter if taken after drinking coffee. This is shown by the result of research from Aarhus University. The results have just been published in the scientific journal Foods.

2020-04-21T16:01:22.739677+00:00 IST

Consumption of these veggies lowers risk of premature birth

Washington DC [USA], April 19 (ANI): The risk of premature delivery can be reduced by the consumption of traditional 'three-veggies', suggests a new study.

2020-04-19T09:59:31.000828+00:00 IST