UEA research shows high protein foods boost cardiovascular health

Eating foods rich in amino acids could be as good for your heart as stopping smoking or getting more exercise – according to new research from the University of East Anglia (UEA).

The fear of trying new foods may have negative dietary implications

A study conducted at the UPV/EHU-University of the Basque Country has concluded that neophobic children have a lower quality index in terms of the Mediterranean dietFood neophobia is the fear…

Shift focus from calorie counting to nutritional value of foods for heart health, say experts

Clinicians have failed to act for far too long. but human and economic toll make this unaffordable, they argueIt’s time to stop counting the calories, and instead start promoting the nutritional…

Trash or treasure? Repurposing would-be wasted food to feed the hungry and create jobs

“If I offered you a bruised banana, you probably wouldn’t be interested,” said Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, director of Drexel University’s Center for Hospitality and Sport Management.

What is a gastric band? How does gastric banding help weight loss?

Learn how gastric banding works as a type of weight loss surgery, who is suitable for it, and about the benefits and risks of this bariatric procedure.