Health Topics
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The Future of Food Safety from Acheson’s Viewpoint
July 28 has been marked as the beginning of this year’s International Association of Food Protection conference. There were 2,700 attendees who came from different parts of the world. The attendees aimed at sharing new innovations in food safety philosophies and technology. The former United States FDA’s Associate Commissioner for Foods, Dr. David Acheson, delivered…
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Get More Out of Food by Chewing
If you would like to get more out of your food, you should chew your food well. Research shows that people who eat less, but chew their food well are able to get more nutrients from their food. Scientists are increasingly encouraging people to chew their food well as they eat because of the benefits…
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What You Should Know About Kale
Kale is one of the most popular vegetables in the world. Kales have been used over the years to prepare a wide range of foods, such as the kale chips, and many types of salads. So why do you need to include kale in your diet? These are some reasons you should consider including it…
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A New Study Says Soup Kitchen Meals are Too Fattening
Soup kitchens have always been considered as a fundamental resource for people who are deeply impoverished. They are widespread across the United States. A new analytical study shows that the free meals given out in most of the establishments are rich in fat and low in other nutrients such as vitamins. This is particularly problematic…
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Snacking on Sweets Thought to Cause Cancer
Sweet treats like cakes, biscuits, and fizzy drinks have been associated with bowel cancer. A research was conducted to establish a positive link between cancer and sugar and a fat rich diet. A team of researchers from the University of Edinburg considered risk factors such as smoking, diet and physical activity levels. The researchers examined…
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Healthy Eating Tips
A vital part of maintaining good health and helping you feel your best is eating a balanced and healthy diet. This does not have to be a difficult task. This article will present a number of tips that can help you eat healthy. Starchy-Foods Based Meal To get started, you should base your meals or…
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Healthy Lifestyle with a Raw Food Diet
A raw food diet can be defined as a diet focusing on consumption of raw instead of cooked products. Eating raw foods is one of the most effective ways of losing weight. This is because raw food diets are low in fat and contain fair to high levels of carbohydrates. A combination of low fat…
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Whole Grains as a Fiber Source
Research studies have shown adequate consumption of fiber is essential to protect the body against obesity, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes mellitus. Fiber also serves the crucial role of promoting digestive health. Whole grains are among the key sources of fiber. An Overview of Whole Grains Whole grains are characterized by the essential components and the…