Oily fish consumption may help prevent blindness in diabetics
A study published in JAMA Ophthalmology shows that two servings of fish a week may lower diabetics’ risk for blindness—called diabetic retinopathy. IFT Daily News
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Butter consumption may not increase CVD risk
An epidemiological study published in PLOS ONE shows that butter consumption may not be associated with cardiovascular disease and may actually be slightly protective against diabetes. IFT Daily News
Rebates may improve fruit, veggie consumption in less affluent families
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that a 30% rebate on fruits and vegetables may increase their daily consumption in households participating in the Supplemental … Continue Reading →
Consumption of omega-3s may lower risk of heart disease
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine shows that consumption of seafood and plant-based omega-3 fatty acids may lower the risk of dying from heart attacks. IFT Daily News
U.S. beef consumption on the rise
According to Bloomberg, U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) data show that Americans will eat an estimated 54.3 pounds of the red meat this year—the first increase since 2006 and almost … Continue Reading →
Increased protein consumption may boost satiety
In a study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, researchers conducted a systematic review of the evidence on the effect of protein intake on perceived … Continue Reading →
CDC: U.S. sugar-sweetened beverage consumption trends
An article published in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDCs) Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report shows that almost one-third of U.S. adults consume at least one sugar-sweetened … Continue Reading →
Alcohol consumption may lower mortality risk in those with early Alzheimer’s
A study published in BMJ Open shows that people with early Alzheimer’s disease who consume light to moderate amounts of alcohol every day may be less likely to die. IFT … Continue Reading →
EFSA increases public access to data on chemical contaminants and food consumption
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has granted public access to data statistics on chemical contaminants and food consumption, which are used in its risk assessments. IFT Daily News
Time, place dictate snack consumption
A recent study by The NPD Group, a global information company, finds that consumers’ tastes for savory and sweet snacks are determined by the time of day, and better-for-you snack … Continue Reading →