Nutrition Advice
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Nutritionists are offering varied advice, from identifying starchy foods like pumpkin and corn as non-vegetables to emphasizing habit changes over willpower for weight loss. Peru has updated its food labeling rules, while experts warn that shrinking global vegetable diversity threatens nutrition and health.
Sashimi Risks: Nutritionist Warns Five Groups to Avoid Raw Fish
Sashimi, a popular Japanese dish, is lauded for its high protein content and beneficial Omega-3 fatty acids like EPA and DHA, which are linked to cardiovascular health and brain function. However, a nutritionist warns that its raw nature bypasses the crucial step of high-temperature sterilization, exposing consumers to potential risks from parasites, bacteria, and heavy metals. Nutritionist Lao Gu…
Peru Updates Food Labeling Rules; Nutritionist Calls for Broader Strategy
Peru has implemented new standards for food labeling, aiming to provide consumers with clearer and more comprehensible nutritional information. The National Institute for Quality (Inacal) approved the…
Nutritionists highlight one drink that could improve sleep and brain health
The evening beverages we choose can significantly impact our sleep quality, which is crucial for concentration, memory, and mental energy. Nutritionists are highlighting tart cherry juice as a benefic…
Nutritionists agree: the most dangerous thing about cold cuts is the amount of colorants and preservatives they contain
Nutritionists are sounding the alarm about the hidden dangers lurking in processed meats, commonly found in cold cuts and charcuterie boards. These products, often perceived as convenient or even enjo…
Pumpkin and corn are not vegetables, nutritionist warns; advises smart buffet choices
Many popular "vegetables" often found in buffet-style meals, such as pumpkin, corn, potatoes, taro, and yams, are primarily sources of carbohydrates, not true vegetables, according to nutritionist Hsu…
Global vegetable diversity is shrinking, threatening nutrition and health
A concerning trend of declining vegetable diversity worldwide is impacting global diets and health, according to a new report by an international team of experts in nutrition, agriculture, and botany.…
Stop Relying on Willpower for Weight Loss! Nutritionist Reveals Changing 'This Habit' is Key
Many people struggling with weight loss blame a lack of willpower, particularly when it comes to resisting sweets and sugary drinks. However, new research suggests that the battle against the bulge mi…