Sydney, Australia—“Everything in moderation” goes for good things, too. Branched chain amino acids (BCAAs), used for muscle building, can cause serotonin depletion, leading to overeating and depression—but not, importantly, because BCAAs are harmful, according to a study published in Nature Metabolism. Rather, a press release on the study reports, it’s...
Winston-Salem, NC—New research suggests that a Mediterranean diet may help followers feel full on fewer calories. Researchers at Wake Forest School of Medicine reporting in the journal Obesity found that nonhuman primates on a Mediterranean diet chose not to eat all the food available to them, and maintained a normal weight.
South Australia—A new study published in Obesity found that time-restricted eating (TRE) may help control blood glucose levels in men at risk of type 2 diabetes. The study was performed on 15 men. For one week, they ate their normal diet, but in a nine-hour time period—either from 8:00 AM...
Minneapolis, MN— Cascadian Farm is launching its small-batch, limited-edition Honey Toasted Kernza cereal in order to advance climate-beneficial foods, according to a press release. The release states that only 6,000 boxes are being released. In order to receive a box, Cascadian Farm is asking customers to join their mission to...
Minneapolis, MN—Cargill released new global research information that concludes shoppers will continue to buy meat, fish and eggs in order to maintain a healthy and sustainable diet, according to a press release. The release states that 2/3 of participants in the Feed4Thought survey intend to increase their animal protein consumption...
Two new studies offer even more evidence of the benefits of plant-based eating: Reduced risk of heart failure, and reduced risk of chronic kidney disease. The heart failure study was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Researchers used five major dietary patterns that were identified in...
White Plains, NY—Danone Institute North America, a non-profit organization created by Danone North America, launched its new One Planet. One Health Initiative, a transdisciplinary grant program, according to a press release. The grant program involves four teams that will design, implement and evaluate community-based projects for sustainable food systems. The...
Indianapolis, IN—Caito Foods, LLC, recalled products containing pre-cut melons for potential salmonella contamination on April 12. As of April 24, FDA and CDC are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Carrau illnesses linked to pre-cut melon products, including cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, or a mix that includes those fruits. CNN reported...
Yonkers, NY—11 out of 130 brands of bottled water have detectable amounts of arsenic, and six of those had levels of 3 ppb or higher, Consumer Reports (CR) revealed in an article posted Wednesday, April 17. The article notes that, while the current federal limit on arsenic in bottled water...
Phoenix, AZ—True Food Kitchen announced its “Cobb for a Cause” promotion in support of the Environmental Working Group (EWG) in a press release. As part of the brand’s Earth Month celebration, True Food Kitchen will donate $1 to the EWG for every Good Earth Kale Cobb salad sold in their...
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