Comorbidities in midlife have distinct associations with cancer development
“Key takeaways: Respiratory, cardiovascular and metabolic conditions increased risk for cancer incidence. All comorbidity types increased risk for at least one cancer type, but some seemed to lower the risk for certain cancers.”
There’s a secret superfood in white rice and pasta: Here’s how to unlock it
“Naughty or nice? That’s often how I think about foods packed with carbohydrates. Whole grains, like brown rice and whole wheat, fall squarely into the nice category, while white pasta and rice, well, they’re more naughty.”
Ultra-processed food boosts addiction and worsens mood, study finds
“New research reveals that UPFs may be consumed more out of emotional distress and addiction than pleasure, challenging assumptions about why we reach for processed snacks.”
Vegetarians may need to watch thyroid health, especially with low iodine intake
“A large UK study reveals that vegetarians, but not vegans, have a slightly elevated risk of hypothyroidism, raising new questions about iodine intake and the role of BMI in interpreting diet-related thyroid outcomes.”
6 Healthy Reasons to Eat More Pineapple
“Nothing can beat the sweet and tangy taste of biting into a slice of pineapple. But what really separates this superfruit from the rest is its equal parts delicious taste and impressive health benefits. “When looking at pineapple’s nutritional profile, it offers a wide range of nutrients,” says Cheryl Mussatto, registered dietitian. “One cup contains around 82 calories, two grams of fiber, 169 milligrams of potassium, 74 milligrams of vitamin C, and 50% of the [recommended daily value of the] mineral manganese.” To help convince you to snag a pineapple (or two) during your next grocery run, we asked registered dietitians for seven healthy reasons to eat more pineapples.”
$2 million gift establishes John and Carrie Hayden Community Learning Kitchen
“Inspired by a deep commitment to the health of the Greater Cincinnati community, John and Carrie Hayden have made a $2 million gift to establish and endow a community learning kitchen that emphasizes the vital role of nutrition not only in the prevention but also the treatment of chronic disease.”
