Tag: public health
Vitamin D Deficiency Links to Multiple Chronic Diseases, New Review Shows
A comprehensive review in Nutrients documents how vitamin D deficiency impairs immune function and is associated with rickets, osteoporosis, autoimmune…
White House Updates Dietary Guidelines: Emphasis on Whole Foods and Protein Over Processing
The White House has released its 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines, prioritizing minimally processed, nutrient-dense foods and introducing explicit protein intake targets…
White House Updates Food Pyramid to Reflect 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines
The White House has released an updated Food Pyramid aligned with the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, shifting emphasis from…
Microplastics Found in Human Arterial Plaque Linked to Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
Microplastics detected in nearly 6 in 10 patients with arterial plaque are linked to a 4.5-fold increased risk of heart…
Frozen produce rivals fresh in most vitamins, UC Davis study finds
A UC Davis study comparing vitamin content in frozen and fresh produce found that frozen vegetables matched or exceeded fresh…
How Political Pressure on Science Agencies Threatens Public Health Decision-Making
Political interference in federal scientific agencies delays evidence-based decision-making and undermines public trust in health institutions, according to analysis in…
UK Health and Safety Authorities Issue Joint Warning on Asbestos in Consumer Products
UK regulatory authorities issue joint warning on asbestos contamination in imported consumer products. The OPSS, UKHSA, and HSE emphasise that…
Flavanols in fruits and vegetables offer measurable cardiovascular protection, research shows
Consuming five daily servings of fruits and vegetables may not provide optimal cardiovascular protection unless those foods contain sufficient flavanols.…