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Do Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Taxes Reduce Consumption?

Do Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Taxes Reduce Consumption?
Simulations by economists say they should Does real-world evidence agree? Sugar-sweetened beverages provide little or no nutritional benefit. A recent review finds that higher intake predicts increased risk of type 2 diabetes, weight gain, and coronary heart disease. Our bodies may not properly account for the caloric value of sugar-sweetened beverages. The “extra” 140 calories…
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Maternal Diet Predicts Risk of Premature Birth

Maternal Diet Predicts Risk of Premature Birth
Diet matters when it comes to preterm birth Focus on eating better foods rather than avoiding junk foods Lower maternal diet quality predicts higher risks of birth defects, gestational length, and other aspects of fetal development. Researchers in Spain used data from 787 expectant mothers to determine if fruit and vegetable intake predicted the length…
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Mushrooms

Mushrooms
Some mushrooms can kill you Others may reduce your risk of dementia, cancer cardiovascular disease, and premature death Mushrooms contain bioactive compounds, including fiber, beta-glucans, vitamins, and the antioxidants ergothioneine and glutathione. In addition, mushrooms are good sources for certain vitamins (B1, 2, 12, D, and E) and minerals (calcium, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, copper, iron,…
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Slash Your Risk of Stroke

Slash Your Risk of Stroke
Stroke is a leading cause of disability and poor quality of life Healthy lifestyle choices can largely prevent or postpone stroke You’ve all heard of stroke, but what is it, anyway? Stroke refers to either a clot in an artery in the brain that blocks blood flow (ischemic stroke) or a blood vessel in the…
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