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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Your prenatal vitamin may be missing this key nutrient to prevent preterm birth

Most prenatal supplements lack the amount of omega-3 fatty acids that could help prevent preterm birth, meaning delivery before 37 weeks’ gestation. Our study, however, showed that roughly 1 in 6 prenatal supplements on the market in the US that contain omega-3 fatty acids provide the amount that is needed by most pregnant women. The researchers used the US Department …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Integrated crop management training for farmers begins in Thoothukudi district

The Hindu

The Agricultural Department officials organised a farm school training programme for farmers on integrated crop management in paddy cultivation. The programme was conducted under the support of State Extension Programmes for Extension Reforms at the Kalankarai village in Thoothukudi district. Experts from the SCAD Agricultural and Science Centre T. Masanaselvam and P. Muthukumar explained the significance of the application of …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Is It Unhealthy To Cook Food In The Microwave?

Huff Post

Basak Gurbuz Derman via Getty Images Few appliances spark as much debate as the microwave. “Water molecules are a bit like tiny magnets — they have a positive and a negative side,” explained registered sports nutritionist and dietitian Krutika Nanavati, referring to the dipole rotation mechanism. “With microwaving, food cooks quickly and it often uses little to no water, meaning …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nutrient deficiency suffered by millions may raise risk of colon cancer in young people

Daily Mail

Doctors are being urged to look out for iron deficiency as an early warning sign of colon cancer in young people. Iron is found in high amounts in red meat - yet many doctors have been recommending that people cut back on their intake of this food group to reduce their colorectal cancer risk. All told, researchers from Germany's Institute …

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2 months ago

Lake Erie's Algae Blooms Start with Less Food for Plants

Associated Press

Lake Erie is experiencing a harmful algal bloom due to nutrient runoff from agricultural fields. To address this issue, farmers in the area are implementing conservation practices such as strip-till farming and buffer strips to reduce nutrient input. These efforts are helping to mitigate the algae bloom, but more funding and support are needed to achieve a sustainable solution.

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2 months ago

On Lake Erie, getting rid of problem algae starts with giving it less food

The Independent

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3 months, 1 week ago

5 Reasons Why Chewing Helps In Weight Loss

News 18

Chewing food well is a surprisingly effective yet often overlooked strategy that can aid significantly in weight loss. Let’s see how chewing food thoroughly can help in losing weight: Increases Satiety Chewing slowly and thoroughly gives your brain more time to register that you’re eating. Controls Blood Sugar Levels Properly chewing food can lead to a more gradual absorption of …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Study shows low-carb diets meet essential nutrient requirements

India TV News

According to a study exploring the scepticism surrounding low-carb diets, these dietary plans can meet and sometimes surpass, essential nutrient requirements. "Our findings suggest that in addition to their well-established ability to support weight management, low-carb eating patterns can actually help promote better diet quality and close critical nutrient gaps," co-author Beth Bradley, from the University of Vermont, said. The …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Pediatricians Share The Top Nutrients Kids Don’t Get Enough Of

Huff Post

Kosamtu via Getty Images It’s the time of year when caregivers are carting kids to the pediatrician’s office for an annual back-to-school check-up. Nutrients Elementary-Age Children Aren’t Getting Enough Of Vitamin D Dr. Gary Kirkilas, a pediatrician at Phoenix Children’s Hospital, told HuffPost there’s one nutrient in particular that the vast majority of kids don’t get enough of: vitamin D. …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Best Breakfast Foods To Fuel Kids Through The School Day

Huff Post

Anna Denisova via Getty Images Avocado toast with eggs checks off all the requirements. “Carbohydrates, protein, fiber and healthy fats are important nutrients to get at breakfast,” said registered dietitian Tok-Hui Yeap, a certified pediatric nutrition specialist. Elizabeth Fernandez via Getty Images When kids only eat a higher-sugar breakfast without protein, fiber or healthy fats, they tend to get tired …

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4 months ago

Going plant-based? Hack your body's nutrient absorption capacity by dodging antinutrients

Hindustan Times

You are what you eat and those particular about how they treat their bodies and what they put into it, understand this the best. In this light, the presence of antinutrients in the foods you consume can actually pose a risk to how your body absorbs the nutrients present in the food. Additionally, if you have a sensitive stomach, it …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Angela Rayner prepares to overhaul green rules in race to build on countryside

The Telegraph

Nutrient neutrality rules are a legacy from the European Union that obstruct building in local authorities in areas with protected habitats and high levels of nutrient pollution, for example caused by fertiliser. In a joint op-ed for The Times in 2023 with Steve Reed, Ms Rayner argued that a better way to tackle nutrient neutrality rules would be for the …

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5 months, 4 weeks ago

What is fast mimicking diet? Know all about this low-calorie diet

India TV News

Various diets and eating patterns have gained popularity over the years in the quest for health and longevity. Benefits of the fast mimicking diet: The fast-mimicking diet offers a range of potential benefits, many of which are supported by scientific research: Longevity: Studies on animals and early human trials suggest that periodic fasting can extend lifespan and improve healthspan by …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Refrigeration or de-nitrification?

New Indian Express

HYDERABAD : Food refrigeration is an excellent way of improving the shelf life of food but on the other hand, experts shares that refrigeration leads to nutrient loss in the food subjected to fluctuations in the temperatures. “Either cooked or not cooked, the food does undergo a nutrient loss when refrigerated,” says Kalapatapu Shravani, Dietician, Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Should you drink water before, during or after the meals? How it impacts your digestion

Hindustan Times

Hydration is an important part of our daily routine and experts recommend drinking 8 glasses of water for optimum functioning of the body. Having too much water too close to the meals can dilute digestive juices and hinder nutrient movement Drinking water at the right time can promote satiety, metabolism, ease in digestion and nutrient absorption. Support digestion: Drinking moderate …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Superfood Kiwi: Know THESE 5 benefits of Chinese Gooseberry

India TV News

In the lush orchards of New Zealand, a small, unassuming fruit thrives, known for its vibrant green flesh and unique flavour: the kiwi also referred to as the Chinese gooseberry. Just one serving of kiwi provides more than the daily recommended intake of vitamin C, which is crucial for immune health, collagen production, and tissue repair. Additionally, the combination of …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Not soaking walnuts? Here are 5 convincing reasons to start today

India TV News

Walnuts are a popular and nutritious nut that has been enjoyed for centuries. If you are not already soaking your walnuts, here are five convincing reasons why you should start today: Improves Digestion Soaking walnuts can help reduce the phytic acid content, making it easier for your body to digest and absorb the nutrients in the nuts. Increases Nutrient Absorption …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Best cold press juicer in India: Top 10 choices for healthy and fresh juices at home

Hindustan Times

The search for better juice quality in the growing health and wellness sector has led fans to explore the best cold press juicers in India. Specifications of Kuvings B1700 Dark Red Professional Cold Press Whole Slow Juicer: Brand: Kuvings Colour: Red Special Feature: Patented JMCS Technology Finish Type: Stainless Steel Reasons to buy Reasons to avoid Easy to Clean Wet …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Nutrient Powerhouse to Healthy Hairs: 5 reasons to add drumsticks to your diet this season

India TV News

As we embrace the changing seasons, it's the perfect time to explore fresh and nutritious additions to our diets. Rich in antioxidants: Drumsticks are rich in antioxidants, including flavonoids, polyphenols, and vitamin C. These antioxidants help combat oxidative stress in the body, reduce inflammation, and protect cells from damage caused by harmful free radicals. Good for the digestive system: The …

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11 months ago

Latest EPA assessment shows almost no improvement in river and stream nitrogen pollution

Associated Press

ST. LOUIS — The nation’s rivers and streams remain stubbornly polluted with nutrients that contaminate drinking water and fuel a gigantic dead zone for aquatic life in the Gulf of Mexico, according to a recently released Environmental Protection Agency assessment. “It’s really worrying that we are clearly not meeting the goals that we’ve set for ourselves,” said Olivia Dorothy, director …

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11 months, 1 week ago

In response to new medication, a nutritionist warns that weight loss shouldn’t be the only goal

Salon

If the buzz surrounding a medication could elevate it to celebrity status, then Zepbound is reaching Taylor Swift rank. The available research has focused specifically on weight loss, heart health and metabolism and has found that ongoing use of these new medications is necessary to maintain improvements in weight and related health benefits. More research is needed to better understand …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

IISR develops new granular lime-based trichoderma bio-pesticide, fertiliser

The Hindu

The Indian Institute of Spices Research Kozhikode have successfully developed a new granular lime-based Trichoderma formulation, ‘Tricholime’, integrating Trichoderma- a fungal biocontrol agent used for controlling a variety of soil-borne pathogens- and Lime into a single product, making the application easier for the farmers. This lime-based formulation neutralizes the soil acidity while promoting plant growth and shields crops from soil-borne …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Sunak to rip up green rules to build 140,000 homes despite Labour and Natural England opposition

The Telegraph

Rishi Sunak is preparing to use the Conservatives’ 60-seat majority to force through plans to rip up green rules to build up to 140,000 new homes, The Sunday Telegraph can disclose. A government source said that the Prime Minister was “absolutely determined” to scrap EU-derived regulations that are blocking construction, despite opposition from Labour and the government’s own environment quango. …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Future diets will be short of micronutrients like iron — it’s time to consider how we feed people

Salon

Iron deficiency is one of the most common forms of nutrient deficiency around the world. We argue that fortifying foods with iron could provide a one-stop solution to bridge nutrient gaps caused by inadequate dietary intake. Since iron-fortification strategies have the potential to prevent deficiencies in many countries, including New Zealand, we argue that introducing iron to our foods may …

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Your prenatal vitamin may be missing this key nutrient to prevent preterm birth

Integrated crop management training for farmers begins in Thoothukudi district

Is It Unhealthy To Cook Food In The Microwave?

Nutrient deficiency suffered by millions may raise risk of colon cancer in young people

Lake Erie's Algae Blooms Start with Less Food for Plants

On Lake Erie, getting rid of problem algae starts with giving it less food

5 Reasons Why Chewing Helps In Weight Loss

Study shows low-carb diets meet essential nutrient requirements

Pediatricians Share The Top Nutrients Kids Don’t Get Enough Of

The Best Breakfast Foods To Fuel Kids Through The School Day

Going plant-based? Hack your body's nutrient absorption capacity by dodging antinutrients

Angela Rayner prepares to overhaul green rules in race to build on countryside

What is fast mimicking diet? Know all about this low-calorie diet

Refrigeration or de-nitrification?

Should you drink water before, during or after the meals? How it impacts your digestion

Superfood Kiwi: Know THESE 5 benefits of Chinese Gooseberry

Not soaking walnuts? Here are 5 convincing reasons to start today

Best cold press juicer in India: Top 10 choices for healthy and fresh juices at home

Nutrient Powerhouse to Healthy Hairs: 5 reasons to add drumsticks to your diet this season

Latest EPA assessment shows almost no improvement in river and stream nitrogen pollution

In response to new medication, a nutritionist warns that weight loss shouldn’t be the only goal

IISR develops new granular lime-based trichoderma bio-pesticide, fertiliser

Sunak to rip up green rules to build 140,000 homes despite Labour and Natural England opposition

Future diets will be short of micronutrients like iron — it’s time to consider how we feed people