A key deficiency may be an early warning sign of colorectal cancer in young people. Colorectal cancer has long been associated with older adults, especially people over 65. However, rates have been steadily rising among adults under 50 since the ’90s. Joel Mason, a gastroenterologist at Tufts University, recently shared that rectal bleeding, a noticeable change in … Read more
He’s got a gut feeling your diet could use more vitamin E. “We have studies that show that people who consistently meet their dietary requirements for vitamin E have a lower rate of certain gut diseases and a lower rate of fatty liver disease,” Florida gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab said in a trending TikTok this month. “Vitamin E … Read more
About one in every five people will develop cancer in their lifetime. While many factors, such as age and family history, are beyond our control, we can lower our cancer risk with a healthy diet. Free radicals, reactive chemicals that damage our cells, are believed to contribute to cancer development. Antioxidants protect the body from the harmful … Read more
Here’s a gut check — new research reports that Parkinson’s disease may begin in the gut. A study led by Harvard-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found that damage to the lining of the upper GI tract from stomach ulcers or gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly known as acid reflux, may increase Parkinson’s risk by 76%. … Read more
Frozen food has historically gotten a bad rap, ranking as a distant second compared to fresh options. But UK nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert tells the Daily Mail this week that our frozen prejudice might cost us valuable nutrients. “There is a huge gap between consumer perceptions and the reality of frozen food’s quality.” “I’ve been advocating … Read more
Do you have the guts to follow this routine? Florida gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab is revealing his daily diet of fruit, fish, coffee and nuts, hoping it inspires his 1.7 million TikTok followers to adopt gut- and liver-friendly eating habits. “I try to stay away from fast food that’s greasy and fried,” Salhab explained Sunday on TikTok. … Read more
Had a few too many last night? There’s no fresher hell than a hangover: nausea, dry mouth, hot shame and hangxiety. No soul who has suffered has not sought a cure in the form of a diner breakfast or hair of the dog. “A hangover is a clinical condition that is characterized by a combination … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have a neighbor I truly love. I garden; she does not. Despite my asking her two years ago not to take any of my asparagus, yesterday she mentioned in conversation, “I love your asparagus. Sometimes I pick some for myself.” Abby, last year I was left with only enough for one meal … Read more
Do you need to pump up your iron intake? Iron deficiency has been called one of the world’s most prevalent nutritional problems — more than a third of women younger than 50 have insufficient amounts of iron. Now, an Australian sports nutritionist is sharing what you need to know before taking an iron supplement. “The body … Read more
The produce industry is in quite the pickle: There’s a cucumber shortage. Cucumbers are in short supply overseas, as supermarket chains report surging sales of the humble food and hypothesize that the demand could be due to viral recipes circulating on TikTok. Iceland in particular is experiencing a shortage as local farmers — who harvest … Read more
Is it a hack or a hack job? Lara, who goes by @larad_official on TikTok, revealed a quirky kitchen hack that her mom uses to clean a bulk of fruits and vegetables. “I’m trying to wash my fruit and vegetables in the dishwasher,” the content creator’s mom admits online. “Why not?” Lara, who goes by … Read more
Bring on the beans! A slew of research suggests a healthy heap of black beans can help lower blood pressure, promote sleep and weight loss, and reduce cancer risk. Black beans contain phytochemicals, compounds associated with improvements in blood vessel function. In a 2020 study focused on the effects of black and white bean consumption … Read more
Sorry, millennials — Gen Z is trying to replace avocado toast with “tomato ice toast.” And some say they’re trying too hard to be cool. Gen Z TikTokkers have stunned viewers with their latest controversial concoctions using shaved, frozen vegetables to make savory granitas. Granita — a simple shaved ice — has long been enjoyed … Read more
A key ingredient in rocket fuel can be found in a wide array of grocery products, especially baby food, fast food and fresh fruits and vegetables, according to an explosive new investigation from Consumer Reports. Perchlorate, a chemical used in the production of rocket fuel and fireworks, has been linked to thyroid problems in adults … Read more
This is 40 — eating thoughtfully to age gracefully. People who eat nutritiously in their 40s and beyond are 43% to 84% more likely to be in good physical and mental health at 70 compared to those who do not, new research finds. People who eat nutritiously in their 40s and beyond are 43% to … Read more
A New York company has recalled 40 types of bagged spinach after traces of listeria were found in a batch. Solata Foods, LLC. of Newburgh, New York, which operates seven different brands of produce, has issued a recall of its line of “fresh spinach” products, distributed locally in retail stores, according to the Food and … Read more
Eat your veggies — not chemicals on them. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, just one in 10 Americans is meeting our daily allowance of fruits and vegetables. While the detoxifying qualities of fruits and veggies have been well-established, one nutritionist says produce can benefit from a detox bath of its own. Experts … Read more
2 legit? “Losing weight would be a lot easier if your body was addicted to fitness, and I got one little trick that will help you do that,” Jenna Rizzo, a women’s weight loss coach from Georgia, began a TikTok last week about her 2-2-2 method. Rizzo’s daily plan involves drinking two big bottles of … Read more
Baby arugula sold at select Publix stores is being recalled after salmonella was detected during routine testing. Florida-based Green Life Farms issued the voluntary recall of one lot of its 4-ounce containers “because they have the potential to be contaminated” with the bacteria, according to the notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recalled … Read more
This study might make you want to push the brakes on filling your plate with heaps of certain veggies. Chemical additives from car tires have ended up in leafy greens, according to a new study. Researchers at the Center for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science at the University of Vienna and the Hebrew University of … Read more