Eating more fruits, vegetables boosts psychological well-being in just 2 weeks

Researchers reveal that young adults who increased their intake of fruits and vegetables showed improvements in vitality and motivation in just 14 days.

Increased intake of fish can boost good cholesterol levels

Increasing the intake of fatty fish increases the number of large HDL particles, according to a recent study completed at the University of Eastern Finland. People who increased their intake of fish to a minimum of 3-4 weekly meals had more large HDL particles in their blood than people who are less frequent eaters of fish.

Amount, types of fat we eat affect health, risk of disease

Healthy adults should consume between 20 percent and 35 percent of their calories from dietary fat, increase their consumption of omega-3 fatty acids, and limit their intake of saturated and trans fats, according to an updated position paper from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Low Iodine Levels In Organic Milk Could Compromise Brain Development In Early Life, UK

Individuals who choose to drink organic milk as a healthier alternative could be compromising their intake of iodine, of which milk is the main UK source, according to research published today (5th July 2011) and presented at the Nutrition Society Summer meeting at the University of Reading. Research from the University of Surrey shows that organic milk has a 42…