Income and healthy food accessibility are associated with life expectancy, with the lowest life expectancy in low-income/low-access census tracts, according to a study published online June 28 in the Journal of Urban Health.
Jason Massey, MPH, from the American Cancer Society in Atlanta, and colleagues examined the association between measures of healthy food accessibility and life expectancy at birth across 67,138 contiguous US census tracts. The researchers used the 2015 Food Research Atlas Index from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) on income/poverty level and distance-based geographic access to healthy food to measure healthy food access for each census tract.…
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Looking for healthy foods when dining out? Nature’s Table sets opening date in Macon
A fast casual restaurant known for its healthy offerings is about to open below the Lofts at Navicent in Macon.
Nature’s Table at 781 Spring St., Suite 104, is expected to have its soft opening July 20, said franchisee Terrell Robertson, CEO of Robertson Holdings Inc.
“We wanted to bring something healthy, basically,” Robertson said. “We wanted to bring something that’s based around superfoods, which is what all of the recipes have inside of them, and it’s real high quality ingredients.”
The Macon location will be the first for this franchise brand in Middle Georgia and the first of three…
Policy changes to make healthy food cheaper are the need of the hour to tackle the diabetes epidemic: Expert
“Foods like fish, fruits and vegetables are more expensive, making this a social determinant in the rise of diabetes cases. We have to find ways to cultivate healthier food and maybe provide them through government schemes to make them more affordable and accessible,” said Nihal Thomas, senior professor, department of endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, Christian Medical College, Vellore. | Photo Credit: C. Venkatachalapathy
Food that is high in carbohydrates is cheap, whereas food that is high in fiber, and therefore healthier is more expensive, making this one of the factors contributing to the high prevalence of diabetes in India.
“Foods…
AI could democratize nutritional advice, but safety and accuracy must come first
When you search online to see how people are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, you will quickly find that food requests are popular. More specifically, users are seeking help with menu planning to meet their personal dietary goals.
But how effective is this technology in providing dietary advice? In a consumer poll, more than three out of five consumers agreed they would like to eat a healthier diet. Some 73% felt it was important to buy food that had a low environmental impact.
A substandard diet is a leading cause of chronic disease and death around the…
7 Every Day Foods That Are Making You Gain Weight
Many commercial nut butter brands add oils, sugars, and artificial additives to enhance flavour
What we eat directly influences our health and even our weight. Eating nutritious foods can ensure your stay fit. However on the other hand, certain foods can lead you to gain weight. You might be consuming these foods without realizing how bad they are for your health. Read on as we discuss foods that are causing you to gain weight.
7 Foods you eat regularly that are causing you to gain weight:
1. Fruit juices
While it is commonly perceived that fruit juices are healthy due…
Six heart-healthy foods that can slash cholesterol levels
High cholesterol is a stepping stone to serious health problems, ranging from heart disease to strokes.
After statins, a healthy diet is the most popular way to slash your cholesterol levels.
Luckily, Stewart Mcginn, Managing Director at Baycroft Care Homes, shared six heart-healthy foods that could do this with gusto.
1. Oily fish
From tuna to mackerel and salmon to swordfish, oily fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can help keep cholesterol levels in check.
McGinn said: “These are essential fats that help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels by lowering your triglyceride levels (the main component of body…
These 20 Foods Will Reduce Inflammation and Ease Arthritis Pain
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 every 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.
Related: How to Keep…
Three ‘heart-healthy’ food swaps that can keep cholesterol in check
Dubbed the “silent killer”, high cholesterol can raise your risk of serious health problems, ranging from heart disease to strokes.
Food can be a double-edged sword in this process, either boosting your levels of the fatty substance, or keeping them in check.
“When it comes to dieting, the most important change you can make is reducing your saturated fat intake,” Lynne Garton, Dietetic Adviser at HEART UK, said.
“There are different types of fat in the food we eat, and saturated fats are the type that raises blood cholesterol.”
Worryingly, there are three popular food options enjoyed by many Britons…