Nigeria: Boosting the Gains of Accelerating Nutrition Results - Takeaways From the Third Annual Anrin Conference
[Nigeria Health Watch] Nigeria boasts abundant food production capacity, capable of sustaining the entire population. However, despite its agricultural strength, the nation struggles to provide every citizen, particularly children, access to a well-balanced diet and essential nutrients. The Nigerian government has made several efforts to address the country's nutrition challenges. Although these interventions have not yet achieved their desired results due to the failure to scale up implementation or insufficient financing, the (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - August 1, 2023 Category: African Health Tags: Health and Medicine Nigeria Nutrition West Africa Source Type: news
Try these healthy snack ideas for a movie night
A movie night with healthy snacks is a great way to enjoy your free time while maintaining a balanced diet. Here are some ideas for delicious and healthy snacks to enjoy during your perfect showtime: (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - July 22, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Snacking for meals
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: During warm weather months, I find myself eating less formal meals and, instead, reaching for more snacks. I also tend to exercise less when it's hot outside. Do you have advice on how to ensure I'm snacking healthfully as I realize the potential to overeat and not be as active? ANSWER: Regardless of the time of year, maintaining healthy habits is important for good health. This includes exercise, eating a balanced diet and maintaining… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - June 27, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
AHA News: Her Childhood in India – and Parenthood – Changed This Nutrition Expert's Eating Habits
TUESDAY, May 23, 2023 (American Heart Association News) -- These days, Saroja Voruganti, an associate professor of nutrition at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, prefers a balanced diet that emphasizes " whole " foods and steers clear... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - May 23, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Adding sesame seeds to your meals may help reduce bloating, doctor advises
Eating sesame seeds as a part of a healthy, balanced diet could help address bloating in some, according to a doctor. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 18, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What's the healthiest cheese? The best options, according to experts
Delicious and nutritious, cheese can be a great source of protein and calcium when consumed in moderation and in the context of a well-balanced diet. Whether it's cottage cheese, mozzarella, cream cheese or goat cheese, what's the best one for you? We asked some experts. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - April 28, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Six ailments that can be caused by your diet — from joint pain to eczema
Eating a healthy, balanced diet is important when it comes to maintaining good health. A poor diet can be to blame for a number of conditions. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 13, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
‘Avoid certain foods to extend lifespan’ - expert recommends ‘beneficial’ diet to follow
A healthy, balanced diet is key to longevity, with some foods best avoided, according to one expert. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 17, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Research uncovers secret behind flavonoids ’ health benefits
<img width="100" src="https://factor.niehs.nih.gov/sites/niehs-factor/files/styles/large/public/2019/3/papers/flavonoid/thumb864386.jpg?itok=vtVluJkA" /><br /><p>NIEHS scientists open door to new medicines by discovering how flavonoids — at levels found in balanced diet — block cancer-promoting protein.</p>
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Source: Environmental Factor - NIEHS Newsletter - February 3, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Source Type: news
Dos and Don ’ts of Dieting With Diabetes
A well-balanced diet can help you keep your blood sugar levels in check and keep excess pounds off. Here are nine dos and don’ts on dieting with diabetes. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - January 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Dark Chocolate Isn ’ t the Only Food With Heavy Metals. Here ’ s How to Protect Yourself
A recent Consumer Reports investigation struck fear into the hearts of chocolate lovers everywhere. After testing 28 dark chocolate bars, scientists detected the heavy metals lead and cadmium in all of them. For 23 of the chocolate bars, eating just an ounce would put an adult above the daily upper threshold recommended for heavy metals in food by public-health officials in California, which the authors said they chose because it is the most protective standard available.
Experts say, however, that this report offers just one small window into a larger problem. Heavy metals are detectable in many different foods, and limit...
Source: TIME: Health - December 22, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Tara Law Tags: Uncategorized Diet & Nutrition healthscienceclimate Wellbeing Source Type: news
'Should be avoided': Five foods that can trigger arthritis flare-ups
A balanced diet is recommended by the NHS but according to some health bodies, certain foods may be worse than others for arthritis flare-ups. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - December 1, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
'Should be avoided': Three food groups that can trigger arthritis flare-ups
A balanced diet is recommended by the NHS but according to some health bodies, certain foods may be worse than others for arthritis flare-ups. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - December 1, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Rwanda: Nyabihu - Where Men 'Lead By Example' in Fight Against Stunting
[New Times] Shadrach Ndinayo is excited when he talks about his role in preparing a balanced diet for young kids in his village in Nyabihu District, one of the biggest producers of potatoes in Rwanda. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - October 10, 2022 Category: African Health Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Probiotics, gut bacteria and weight -- what's the connection?
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My friend insists that taking a probiotic supplement has helped her lose 50 pounds by keeping her gut bacteria in check. Will taking a probiotic in conjunction with a balanced diet and exercise help me lose weight? ANSWER: It is true that the gut bacterial population in people who are obese differs from the population in people who are lean. Whether this difference contributes to obesity or is a consequence of obesity is unknown.… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - September 25, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
