Diet & Food
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Wholegrains appear to boost health
Consuming wholegrains, but not refined grains, rice or other grains, may have a beneficial effect on health, according to a major population study published today. Read more
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Risks of weight gain between babies
Gaining weight between pregnancies may increase the risk of neonatal complications, according to Swedish researchers. Read more
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Olive oil key to healthy diet?
People eating the so-called Mediterranean diet may be protected against weight gain – however much they eat, researchers say today. Read more
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Weight management apps unproven
Virtually no smartphone weight management app has been developed by a certified health organisation or university, a European conference will be told. Read more
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Obese people benefit from hip surgery
One in ten of those who receive artificial hips in Europe is obese – but the risk of complications increases with weight, a European conference has heard. Read more
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Backing for action on junk food
Most people would agree with tougher government action to protect children from junk food, according to a survey published today. Read more
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Euro-guidance for cardiovascular health
Laws and policies around food, physical activity and smoking are key to the prevention of cardiovascular disease, according to new European guidance. Read more
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Western diet link to colorectal cancer
Diet could play a major role in colorectal cancer, leading geneticists will hear today (23 May, 2016). Read more
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Row over "eat fat" advice
Anti-obesity campaigners stoked controversy today by calling for the nation to adopt low-carb diets to reduce weight. Read more
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Europe facing obesity time-bomb
Obesity will have a “devastating” effect on healthcare costs and productivity across Europe, leading public health experts and scientists have warned. Read more