Mediterranean-style diet may lower women’s stroke risk

Following a Mediterranean-style diet (high in fish, fruits and nuts, vegetables and beans and lower in meat and dairy) reduced stroke risk in women over 40, but not in men. The Mediterranean-style diet reduced stroke risk among white adults who were at high risk of cardiovascular disease.

Legumes may lower risk of type 2 diabetes

A new study investigates the association between legume consumption and the risk of type 2 diabetes among people with a high risk of heart disease.

Mediterranean diet with virgin olive oil may boost ‘good’ cholesterol

A Mediterranean diet, particularly when enriched with virgin olive oil, appears to improve the function of high-density lipoprotein, the so-called good cholesterol, in patients at high risk for heart disease. A Mediterranean diet rich in virgin olive oil may help the body remove excess cholesterol from arteries, serve as an antioxidant and keep blood vessels open — all of which are known to reduce cardiovascular risk.

Peanuts, peanut butter may hold key to preventing obesity

Hispanic middle school children, at high risk for being overweight or obese, reduced their Body Mass Index (BMI) when they adhered to a nutrition intervention that included a snack of peanuts…

High-salt diet may harm liver

An animal study examining the effect of high salt intake suggests it may lead to high risk of liver damage and fibrosis in both adults and developing embryos.

Healthy diets make brighter brains

In a study of older people with a high risk of cardiovascular disease, healthy diet choices – fruit, vegetables, nuts and fish – were found to protect against cognitive decline.

Early peanut exposure may prevent allergy in high-risk children

A new study suggests eating peanuts regularly before the age of 11 months can protect most babies at high risk of developing peanut allergy.

Mediterranean diet with nuts, olive oil ‘may reverse metabolic syndrome’

Researchers say that a Mediterranean diet supplemented with nuts or extra-virgin olive oil could reverse metabolic syndrome in patients at high risk of cardiovascular disease.

Strong association between Mediterranean diet and lower risk of diabetes

Adoption of a Mediterranean diet is linked to a lower risk of diabetes, especially among people at high risk for cardiovascular disease, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 63rd Annual Scientific Session.

Vegetarians, vegans and elderly at higher risk of B12 deficiency

Vegetarians, vegans and the elderly are at high risk of developing vitamin B12 deficiency through changes in their diets, according to a review of scientific studies published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry…

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