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Study finds primary cause of current obesity epidemic
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington [US], September 18 (ANI): A new study has claimed that much of the blame for the current obesity epidemic lies on modern dietary patterns characterised by excessive consumption of foods with a high glycemic load: in particular, processed, rapidly digestible carbohydrates.
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Agricultural research plays important role in food security: Union Ministe
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], September 18 (ANI): Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Narendra Singh Tomar said that agricultural research has played an important role in tackling the problem of food security, improving the income of farmers and agriculturists and ensuring sustainable
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Study finds type 2 diabetes can be controlled through diet
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Kelowna [Canada], September 18 (ANI): During a recent study, a team of researchers found that people with type 2 diabetes can effectively control it through diet and pharmacists are well-positioned to supervise the transition.
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Here's how changes to workplace cafeteria menus nudge workers to consume f
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Cambridge [UK], September 18 (ANI): A new study carried out at 19 workplace cafeterias has shown that reducing portion sizes and replacing higher calorie food and drinks with lower-calorie options led to workers buying food and drink with fewer calories.
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Day after opening of executive lounge, IRCTC dedicates new food plaza for
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], September 18 (ANI): To offer an enhanced travel experience with taste, the Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) offered a new food plaza for the passengers at New Delhi Railway Station on Friday.
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10 million Afghan children need humanitarian assistance to survive: UNICEF
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Kabul [Afghanistan], September 18 (ANI): The United Nations Child Fund (UNICEF) reported that ten million Afghan children need immediate help as they lack access to sufficient food, medicine and drinking water.
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US FDA: No Pfizer booster shots for 16 and above, approved only for people
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington [US], September 18 (ANI): The US Food and Drug Administration advisory (FDA) committee on Friday (local time) voted unanimously to authorize Pfizer booster shots for use in people aged 65-plus and high-risk patients following a prior failed vote to approve third shots for all p
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'Blue food revolution' can help tackle climate change, malnutrition
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington [US], September 17 (ANI): An unprecedented review of the aquatic foods sector has uncovered how fisheries and aquaculture can play a greater role in delivering healthy diets and more sustainable, equitable and resilient food systems around the world.
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Punjab Cabinet approves restructuring of tourism, culture, food, civil sup
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], September 17 (ANI): The Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, on Friday restructuring the Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Archaeology, Museums and Archives department for the creation and filling up of additional nine new posts on a regular
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Daily wholesale prices of edible oils drop significantly post reduction in
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], September 17 (ANI): A massive difference in daily wholesale prices was reported, following the Centre's decision to slash the standard rate of duty on edible oils a week ago to check prices, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said on Friday.
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Detained Tibetans denied proper food, medical care by Chinese authorities:
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Tibet [China], September 17 (ANI): Over a hundred Tibetans, who were detained in recent time by Chinese authorities in Sichuan's Kardze prefecture, have been reportedly denied proper food, medical care and clothing.
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Consuming fruit, vegetables and exercising can make you happier: Study
Updated : 4 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington [US], September 17 (ANI): A new study has found that fruit and vegetable consumption and exercise can increase levels of happiness.
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