Does Eating Ultraprocessed Foods Raise the Risk for CV Events?
Regular consumption of ultraprocessed foods is associated with an increased risk for CV events and mortality, independent of other CV risk factors.
Nutrition
NP and PA Experts Discuss Controversy Over USDA-HHS Dietary Guidelines
Experts debate the USDA-HHS’ decisions on sugar and alcohol intake limits in the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025.
Experts Weigh In on the Best Diets for 2020
The Mediterranean Diet was ranked as the best diet overall for 2020, according to new rankings released by US News and World Report.
FDA: Dietary Supplement Ingredient May Cause Miscarriage, Fetal Harm
Results showed vinopocetine decreased fetal weight and increased the chance for miscarriage in pregnant animals.
Optimizing Pregnancy Outcomes With Micronutrients
As healthy levels of folic acid, iodine, magnesium, vitamin D, and iron demonstrate improved outcomes in pregnancy, understanding of the function of these essential nutrients on health would benefit family practitioners caring for women of childbearing age.
Nutraceuticals Containing Equol May Be Effective for Postmenopausal Symptoms
Equol-containing nutraceuticals may be beneficial for postmenopausal women with vaginal symptoms.
High vitamin D concentration associated with lower cancer risk
A higher concentration of plasma vitamin D is correlated with a decreased risk of total cancer.
Takeout meal consumption linked to adverse health risks in children
The increased rate of takeout meal consumption was correlated with higher total fat intake and lower intake of vitamin C, iron, and calcium.
CDC investigating E. coli outbreak in 13 states
An outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 have been reported in 13 states in the US as well as Canada.
Higher education may help reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk
Attaining higher education may aid in the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease.
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