Mediterranean-like dietary patterns are associated with a lower risk of diet-related #NCDs, including heart disease, obesity & type 2 diabetes.
Alongside plenty of #PlantBased foods, they encourage fresh, seasonal & local produce. 😋
#MediterraneanDietMonth
Fresh salads are a top source of food poisoning. But pinpointing the cause can be tricky. Some outbreaks are tied to a specific kind of greens, often romaine lettuce and spinach, or to certain growers or packers. Salmonella and other bacteria can be traced to dirty irrigation water, soil, or human hands. Germs multiply in the juice from cut leaves and can get trapped inside the bags. They can cling to the leaves even after washing. https://wb.md/414P3SA
A team of Greek researchers developed the GReek Ultra Processed Food intake ASsessment Tool (GR-UPFAST) – which was found to be practical & a valid way to assess the UPF intake of young Greek adults. Read more about these findings via #OpenAccess on JHND: https://t.co/qSMNqzRnBi
A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a blood clot in one of the blood vessels in your lung. This happens when a clot in another part of your body (often your leg or arm) moves through your veins to your lung. A PE restricts blood flow to your lungs, lowers oxygen levels in your lungs and increases blood pressure in your pulmonary arteries.
This condition is a medical emergency. Without quick treatment, a pulmonary embolism can cause heart or lung damage and even death. About 33% of people with a pulmonary embolism die before they get a diagnosis and treatment.
A pulmonary embolism can:
Damage your lungs.
Put strain on your heart, causing heart failure.
Be life-threatening, depending on the size of the clot.
With timely diagnosis and treatment, a PE is seldom fatal.
Regular consumption of coffee and tea was associated with a lower risk for dementia and modest improvements in cognitive performance, independent of a person’s genetic predisposition, a new study showed.
Results from two large cohorts showed that the benefits were strongest among those with a daily intake of about 2-3 cups of caffeinated coffee or 1-2 cups of tea. These associations remained consistent even when accounting for high-risk genetic factors, including APOE4 genotype and Alzheimer’s disease polygenic risk scores. https://t.co/66bTI0m0AN
Let’s be clear ⤵️
There’s NO strong evidence that #CarnivoreDiet is healthy long term and #WeightLoss usually comes from eating fewer calories, not the diet itself.
Balanced and varied plant-rich diets remain the most reliable choice for health and weight management.🥗
In recent years, vinegar, and in particular apple cider vinegar, has been hailed and promoted for its weight loss properties. Is there some truth in these claims? Read the blog to find out more: https://t.co/029CzyJ9zj
A systematic review led by @DrMehmetKanbay (@KU_Medicine) found high ultra-processed food intake = ⬆️ frailty & sarcopenia. Diets rich in minimally processed, nutrient dense foods = better muscle health. Read more on JHND: https://t.co/xpi2wjuM9f
Aside from aging, the top reason people don’t have enough collagen is poor diet. Your body can’t make collagen if it doesn’t have the necessary elements. Start by having healthy servings of foods packed with protein, vitamins and minerals.
Yes, microbiome can be modified by diet, drugs & disease, but where does it originally come from?
Great review of microbiome acquisition & transmission in @NatureRevMicro
▶️Natural (mother, human, animal, food, environment)
▶️Artificial (probiotics, FMT)
https://t.co/JGwMlcg11h
In Europe, food labels are required to clearly indicate the presence of 14 major #FoodAllergens. 🤔
✅ Always check the ingredient list carefully
✅ Look for highlighted allergens (often in bold or underlined)
✅ Double-check even familiar products, as recipes can change!