Mainstreaming marijuana culture
Mainstreaming marijuana culture
Chains, particularly those peddling indulgent fast food, have had an uneasy relationship with hemp. Certainly, many of these restaurants cater to the cannabis crowd. But for legal and Read more
Omega-6 fatty acids may help prevent heart disease 
Omega-6 fatty acids may help prevent heart disease 
The higher the linoleic acid level in the body, the lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases, according to new study analysing nearly 70,000 people in 13 different countries. Linoleic acid Read more
Gestational Diabetes Tied to Youth-Onset Diabetes
Gestational Diabetes Tied to Youth-Onset Diabetes
Gestational diabetes was associated with higher risk among offspring for diabetes in childhood and adolescence, researchers in Canada reported. Source: Gestational Diabetes Tied to Read more
“Natural” bottled water has natural arsenic contamination, testing finds
“Natural” bottled water has natural arsenic contamination, testing finds
Several brands of bottled water contain concerning levels of arsenic contamination, according to an investigation by Consumer Reports. Investigation also raises questions about testing and Read more
This method of weight loss could wind up backfiring
This method of weight loss could wind up backfiring
While the research is promising, cryolipolysis may end up doing the exact opposite of what you want it to do. Source: This method of weight loss could wind up Read more
A Genetic Risk Score Tries to Predict Whether a Child Will Become Highly Over Weight
A Genetic Risk Score Tries to Predict Whether a Child Will Become Highly Over Weight
A still-controversial test could be administered to toddlers to gauge their likelihood of becoming overweight. Source: A Genetic Risk Score Tries to Predict Whether a Child Will Become Read more
Even a Little More Exercise Might Help Your Brain Stay Young
Even a Little More Exercise Might Help Your Brain Stay Young
Alzheimer’s and dementia are not an inevitable part of normal aging, and a little exercise might help keep them at bay, a new study suggests. Source: Even a Little More Exercise Might Read more
Children who follow dietary, physical activity, sleep recommendations have fewer mental health visits
Children who follow dietary, physical activity, sleep recommendations have fewer mental health visits
There is strong evidence linking lifestyle factors such as poor diet, sleep, and physical activity with chronic disease in children.  After adjusting for body weight and demographic Read more
Over 2,000 Death Records Reveal the True Cost of Skipping Breakfast
Over 2,000 Death Records Reveal the True Cost of Skipping Breakfast
Breakfast already holds the coveted title as the most important meal of the day, and a study released in the ‘Journal of the American College of Cardiology’ adds heft to that Read more
Eating late and skipping breakfast raises risk of death
Eating late and skipping breakfast raises risk of death
Eating a late dinner and skipping breakfast could raise heart patients’ risk of a repeat MI or death by up to fivefold, according to research published in the European Journal of Read more
Veggies, Fruits and Grains Keep Your Heart Pumping
Veggies, Fruits and Grains Keep Your Heart Pumping
As if you needed any more proof that fruits, vegetables and whole grains are good for you, a new study finds they may cut your chances of heart failure by 41%. Source: Veggies, Fruits and Read more
Can Excess Weight Shrink Your Brain?
Can Excess Weight Shrink Your Brain?
Highly overweight people may show some shrinkage in their brain tissue as early as middle age, a large new study confirms. Source: Can Obesity Shrink Your Read more
Sit All Day at Work? Exercise Can Counter That
Sit All Day at Work? Exercise Can Counter That
If your job keeps you chained to a desk all day, you might be able to erase the ill effects with regular exercise, a large new study suggests. Source: Sit All Day at Work? Exercise Can Read more
United States Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champions | US EPA
United States Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champions | US EPA
U.S. Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champions are businesses and organizations that have made a public commitment to reduce food loss and waste in their own operations in the United States by 50 Read more
ReFED: A Roadmap to Reduce U.S. Food Waste by 20 Percent
ReFED: A Roadmap to Reduce U.S. Food Waste by 20 Percent
Find and share information on this website about proven solutions and innovative new approaches to reducing food loss and waste. Source: ReFED: A Roadmap to Reduce U.S. Food Waste by 20 Read more
Diabetes Drug Metformin May Help Reverse Serious Heart Condition
Diabetes Drug Metformin May Help Reverse Serious Heart Condition
Researchers say the commonly prescribed diabetes drug helps lower blood pressure, a key factor in reversing symptoms caused by left ventricular hypertrophy. Source: Diabetes Drug Metformin May Help Reverse Serious Heart Read more
33 of the most dangerous things science has strongly linked to cancer
33 of the most dangerous things science has strongly linked to cancer
Cancer is everywhere. Here are 33 of the most potent, carcinogenic things you can breathe in, swallow, or be around. Source: 33 of the most dangerous things science has strongly linked to Read more
The Terrifying Truth About Avocados
The Terrifying Truth About Avocados
While junk food and meat are often painted in a very negative light by the booming healthy food industry, fruits vegetables and salat are praised for being natural and good for the environment. But is that actually true all the time? Ironically probably the trendiest new superfood of the last decade is also one of... Read more Read more
Can your earlobes predict risk for heart attack? If you’re under 60 they can!
Can your earlobes predict risk for heart attack? If you’re under 60 they can!
Today and tell him the story about when I thought my patients wife was absolutely crazy but it turned out that she was right. There is a little thing mostly unknown in the Healthcare Community but in 1973 the New England Journal of Medicine found a very surprising sign on people’s earlobes that predicted their... Read more Read more
Food Psych #175: The Truth About Digestion and Gut Health with Marci Evans
Food Psych #175: The Truth About Digestion and Gut Health with Marci Evans
Fellow anti-diet dietitian Marci Evans is back! We discuss the intersection of digestive disorders and eating disorders, the risks associated with elimination diets, the role of the gut microbiome in digestion and health, the importance of consistency in self-care and well-being, and so much more! Source: Food Psych #175: The Truth About Digestion and Gut... Read more Read more