Could multivitamin use in pregnancy protect children from autism?

A new study published in The BMJ suggests that children born to mothers who use multivitamins during pregnancy may be at lower risk of autism.

Beware of parasites in raw/undercooked fish, warn doctors

An unseen hazard of eating raw or undercooked fish/seafood is on the rise in Western countries, where dishes, such as sushi, are becoming increasingly popular, warn doctors in BMJ Case Reports.

Should the food industry fund health research

In The BMJ, leading experts debate whether the food industry should fund health research, and if so, under what circumstances.

Food should be labelled with "activity equivalent" calorie information

Food should be labelled with the equivalent exercise to expend its calories to help people change their behaviour, argues an expert in The BMJ.

Over half of America’s calories come from ‘ultra-processed’ foods

New research, published this week in The BMJ, finds that ‘ultra-processed’ foods contribute to 90% of the total added sugar in American diets.

Severe iron deficiency associated with head lice in young woman

A young patient with severe iron deficiency may have developed the condition from chronic and heavy lice infestation, according to an article published in BMJ Case Reports.

Agricultural policy reforms may raise sugar intake, harm public health

In a new report published in The BMJ, experts warn recent changes to agricultural policy in Europe may lead to a rise in sugar consumption, posing harm for public health.

Could a sugar tax help combat obesity?

Following the BMA’s call for a 20% sugar tax to subsidise the cost of fruit and vegetables, experts in The BMJ this week debate whether a sugar tax could help combat obesity.

Make calorie labels compulsory on all alcoholic drinks, says public health expert

Calorie counts should be mandatory on all alcoholic drinks as a matter of urgency, argues a leading public health doctor in The BMJ this week.

Is reduced salt intake linked to the fall in deaths from cardiovascular disease?

In England, deaths from cardiovascular disease have plummeted, as has the average daily salt intake. A study in BMJ Open makes the case that the two events are linked.

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