Healthy Eating

Does Sugar Cause Cancer?

Does sugar cause cancer?

As a senior research dietitian at MD Anderson, I hear this question a lot. So, let’s look at the evidence to find out whether sugar causes cancer to develop and spread.

It’s true that sugar feeds every cell in our body — even cancer cells. But research shows that eating sugar doesn’t necessarily lead to cancer nor is it proven to make cancer spread. It’s what sugar does to your waistline that can lead to cancer.

Intermittent Fasting v Conventional Dieting

If you are on a weight loss journey, it's no secret that you are constantly looking for effective diet and workout strategies. The internet is flooded with millions of restrictive diets and hard-hitting workouts. But how do you know what's better? Researches from the University of Colorado conducted a study of the 4:3 plan, a popular type of intermittent fasting versus a conventional diet focused on calorie restriction.

Many Children Are Deficient in Vitamin D

Vitamin D builds your bones and keeps your gut sealed, among many other essential functions − but many children are deficient

You’ve likely heard about vitamin D’s important role in maintaining strong bones and teeth. But it also plays several other important roles to keep your body healthy – including the function of your gut.

Reduce Your Exposure to Food Chemicals

Americans are worried about the chemicals in their food, and some politicians are expressing the same concerns. In January, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asserted that the food supply is “poisoning” people, while Dr. Marty Makary, the new Commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), said during his Senate hearing in early March that chemical additives in food are “drugging our nation’s children at scale.” He promised to “look at” chemicals as causes for inflammation and disease.
 

Best Diets for Healthy Aging

​Harvard study reveals the best diets for healthy aging and Alternative Healthy Eating Index emerges the winner

Is Gluten Really Causing Your Gut Ailment?

Research finds people with self-declared gluten sensitivity experienced symptoms whether or not they ate gluten.

People who report being gluten intolerant but do not have celiac disease may be experiencing gut symptoms unrelated to gluten intake, new research suggests.

42 of the Most Processed Foods in Your Grocery Store

Ultraprocessed foods give grocery consumers little choice

Most U.S. grocery stores seem to offer endless options in their aisles, which are full of cereals, pastas and baked goods available in hundreds of shapes and flavors. But a closer look at these foods’ ingredient lists shows that in some ways, there’s not much choice at all. A recent study found that most of the products on our grocery shelves have one big thing in common: they’re highly processed.

Emulsifiers Make Food More Appealing. Do They Also Make You Sick?

Emerging research suggests there might be a link between the texture-tweaking agents and health risks

They keep salad dressing from separating, ice cream from dripping and muffins from hardening. Emulsifiers, used to improve the texture of food, are in all sorts of products. But there is growing concern about the potential health risks from eating them.

A Handful of This Snack Can Slow Aging, Reduce Cancer Risk, and Improve Mood

You’d be nuts to skip out on this superfood.

Walnuts are a rich source of healthy fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Owing to a combination of vitamin E, melatonin and polyphenols (powerhouse antioxidants that reduce inflammation throughout the body), walnuts have more antioxidant activity than any other nut.

How Eating Too Much Sugar as a Child Impacts You for Life

Kids today consume far more sugar than recommended, but the effects don’t stop in childhood. New research reveals surprising ways early sugar exposure shapes long-term health.

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