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Britain’s poorest families would need to spend half their disposable income on food to meet the Government’s healthy-eating guidelines, research shows.
Soaring food and drink prices have left many households struggling to afford the healthier alternatives recommended
A new study shows that people who eat certain foods have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and mortality than those who don’t.
The study was published in the Oxford University Press’s European HeartJournala peer-reviewed medical journal of cardiology.
The relationship between diet and mortality and CVD is well known. “Diet scores” provide quantitative, empirical information showing this relationship. Indeed, as the study notes, previous studies revealed “a higher diet score being associated with lower mortality [and lower] CVD.”
One study from Prospective Urban Rural Epidemiology (PURE) created a diet score that, according to the European HeartJournal study,
Apples are a great source of fiber. One medium, raw gala apple with skin contains
Apples also contain a specific type of soluble fiber called pectin, which is known for its laxative effect.
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You can use apples as a healthy topping for foods such as yogurt, crepes and oatmeal or enjoy them on their own as a travel-friendly and nutritious snack.
By Anirban Sen and Abigail Summerville
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Family-owned food giant Mars Inc on Wednesday agreed to buy Kevin’s Natural Foods, which is known for its sous-vide meals, sauces, and side dishes, the companies said.
The deal values private equity-backed Kevin’s at nearly $800 million, according to people familiar with the matter. Kevin’s started exploring options, which included a sale of the company, earlier this year.
McLean, Virginia-based Mars, which generates about $48 billion in annual sales, has three major businesses – Mars Petcare, Mars Snacking, and Mars Food & Nutrition.
After the deal is completed, Kevin’s will
Eating the best foods for gut health is vital to your overall wellness—research points to the importance of the gut-brain connection. What we feed our bodies can impact not only the way our bellies feel but how our whole body feels and functions. In fact, crafting a nutritious menu full of vitamins, fiber, probiotics, and prebiotics can go a long way toward better digestive health and gut health.
“Having the appropriate amount of bacteria in the gut helps to process foods and keeps your body nourished and healthy in every aspect,” explains Rudolph Bedford, MD, gastroenterologist at Providence Saint John’s
The Arkansas Department of Health regulates the sale of food at establishments that include restaurants, bars, day care, schools, grocery stores, convenience stores, bed and breakfast facilities, hotels/motels, mobile units and concession stands.
Inspections are made unannounced by environmental health specialists.
Electronic copies of retail food inspection reports are available on the Arkansas Food Inspection Portal. To access the portal, visit the food protection page on the Arkansas Department of Health website at www.healthy.arkansas.gov.
Here are recent reports:
LARRY’S PIZZA, 7401 Dollarway Road. Date of inspection June 21. Pork (48 degrees F) and jalapenos (47 degrees F) in the pizza
This article was medically reviewed by Elaine Husni, MD, MPH, at the Cleveland Clinic.
It has been estimated that over 50,000 Americans are diagnosed with some form of arthritis each year. Arthritis comes with pain that may vary in frequency but commonly goes unresolved for years or even a lifetime. Treatment for chronic pain, such as arthritis, begins by addressing overall health—including sleep, diet and mood. While just one component of treatment, eating the best foods for arthritis can play a role in easing pain and preventing some conditions often related to the presence of arthritis.
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Cholesterol is one of those words that always sound ominous, especially when your doctor mentions it at your annual checkup. First, we need to point out that cholesterol — a waxy, fat-like substance that travels through your bloodstream — is not inherently bad. It’s an important and necessary substance created by your liver to digest fatty foods, create hormones and build cells, among other crucial functions. However, in addition to the cholesterol your liver pumps out, you also get cholesterol from the food you eat (especially animal products