Study: Omega 3 Fatty Acids Influence Mood, Impulsivity And Personality
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids may influence mood, personality and behavior, according to results of a study presented by University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers at the 64th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Psychosomatic Society in Denver.
Study: Eating a High-Protein Breakfast Helps Women Maintain Glucose Control
A researcher has found that when women consumed high-protein breakfasts, they maintained better glucose and insulin control than they did with lower-protein or no-protein meals.
Eating Processed Meats, But Not Unprocessed Red Meats, May Raise Risk of Heart Disease...
Researchers have found that eating processed meat, such as bacon, sausage or processed deli meats, was associated with a 42% higher risk of heart disease and a 19% higher risk of type 2 diabetes.
Do Smaller Plates Really Lead to Smaller Portions? Surprising Answer: Not For Everyone.
The conventional wisdom is that you can trick yourself into eating less if you use a smaller plate. But a new study finds that...
Are Holiday and Weekend Eating Patterns Affecting Obesity Rates?
University of Pittsburgh marketing professor suggests incorporating guidelines for weekend and holiday eating into food pyramid.
Size Matters: Smaller Bowls and Spoons May Curb Consumption
Picking out the perfect bowls and spoons sounds like a concern solely for brides-to-be, but a new study of eating habits suggests that selecting right-sized serving utensils may help dieters avoid unconscious overeating.
Ohio Firm Recalls Ham For Underprocessing
Freshmark is voluntarily recalling approximately 13,000 pounds of ready-to-eat ham because the products may be underprocessed.
Diabetic Gourmet Magazine’s New Cookbook Now Available Worldwide
The highly anticipated cookbook from Diabetic Gourmet Magazine, titled "The Diabetic Gourmet Cookbook: More Than 200 Healthy Recipes from Homestyle Favorites to Restaurant Classics," is now available in bookstores throughout the United States, as well as in Canada and England.
Newly Found Form of Cholesterol is Super-Sticky and ‘Ultra-Bad’
Scientists have discovered why a newly found form of cholesterol seems to be 'ultra-bad', leading to increased risk of heart disease.
Fresh Vegetables Recalled in Multiple States and Stores, Including Walmart
Country Fresh Orlando is recalling products in several states sold as store brands that include Walmart and Publix due to risk of Listeria monocytogenes.
Component in Common Dairy Foods May Cut Diabetes Risk
Scientists have identified a natural substance in dairy fat that may substantially reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Trader Joe’s, Watts Brothers Added to Frozen Vegetables Recall
ConAgra Foods has recalled several frozen vegetable products from the Trader Joe's brand and Watts Brothers Farms brand (sold at Costco) because they may...
Recall: Scallops Linked to Outbreak of Hepatitis A
The FDA reports that 206 people have been confirmed to have become ill with hepatitis A linked to scallops supplied by Sea Port Products...
Cucumber Recall Due to Salmonella Hits 27 States
At least 285 people in 27 states have become ill from cucumbers due to Salmonella contamination. Andrew and Williamson Fresh Produce (“A&W”) of San...
Low Carb Diet Linked to Rise in Birth Defect Risk by 30-Percent
Women with low carbohydrate intake are 30 percent more likely to have babies with neural tube defects that can lead to lifelong disability and infant death.
Eat with a Light Eater and You Will Eat Less
According to a new study, the amount your dining companions eat influences how much you will eat. Learn about what researchers call social modelling. How...
