Executive Summary Introduction 1. From 1st July to 23rd September 2022, the Scottish Government undertook a public consultation to invite views on its proposed approach for restricting promotions of food and drink that are high in fat, sugar or salt (HFSS), as a means of changing the food environment that encourages the public to purchase more than they need and to over-consume less healthy food. 2. The aim of the consultation was to gain some sense of the balance of […]
Fat Free Food
In an on-the-go world, it’s not hard to see why fast-food restaurants thrive. For most of us, grabbing a quick meal is sometimes unavoidable, whether it’s a speedy breakfast while rushing to work or dinner on a road trip. No matter the circumstances of your fast-food ordering, if you’re trying to eat healthy, you’ve probably found it a challenge. The stereotypes about fast food’s mediocre nutrition content are largely true, and many chains serve up fried, heavy meals high in calories, […]
In a recent study published in the Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research, researchers investigated whether commercial weight loss diets meet the recommended dietary requirements for essential nutrients and are suitable for long-term use. Study: High Carbohydrate vs High Fat Diets: Which is Preferable for Long-term Use? Image Credit: nadianb/Shutterstock.com Background Research indicates that commercially manufactured weight loss diets are effective in weight reduction, and a few also reduce the risk of several chronic diseases. However, their nutrient composition varies significantly […]
Consuming a low-fat diet full of healthy foods during middle age may lengthen your life, a new study suggests. In contrast, a healthy low-carbohydrate eating pattern did not lead to much of an improvement in longevity, according to the analysis of dietary data from more than 370,000 middle-aged and older adults published in the Journal of Internal Medicine. “Following healthy low-fat diet with minimal intake of saturated fat can be an effective approach to promoting healthy aging among middle-aged and older […]
The percentage of dogs and cats considered overweight or obese in the United States has been rising steadily since 2010, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). In 2018, APOP shared 60% of cats and 56% of dogs across the country were deemed overweight or obese by a veterinary professional. This amounts to roughly 50 million dogs and 56 million cats. Banfield Pet Hospital went so far as to classify pet obesity as an epidemic in its 2020 […]
Date: Thursday, 25 May 2023Time: 4:30 to 6:30 pm (CEST) Elimination of industrially produced trans fat from the global food supply by 2023 is a priority target for the World Health Organization (WHO). In May 2018, WHO released the REPLACE action framework to serve as a roadmap for countries to implement the prompt, complete and sustained elimination of industrially produced trans fat from the food supply. Five years into the REPLACE initiative, the deadline for worldwide trans fat elimination is upon us. […]
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The type and amount of dietary fat you consume matters when it comes to your overall health. Healthy, high-fat foods, such as those with unsaturated fats, are important in a balanced diet. Fat is an essential part of human diets, providing the body with energy, supporting cell function, helping to absorb some nutrients, and creating hormones. Fats also help keep your body warm and protect your organs. This article discusses what healthy fats are, the top healthy fat foods to […]
If you are on a journey to shed off those extra kilos, it is vital you make sustainable and well-informed lifestyle changes that you can keep up with rather than following crash diets that, often, end up doing more harm than good. Portion control, eating clean, regularly exercising, and maintaining good sleep hygiene are some simple things that can assist in your weight loss journey. So, to help you make the right choices, today we shall discuss the food items […]
Image Source : FREEPIK Low carbs and low fats are structured differently for every individual Being inclined towards trying new diet options and experimenting with a variety of foods that already exist is quite understandable. While trying to lose weight, it is always imperative to cut certain amounts of carbohydrates and unhealthy fat. Instead, there should be more protein intake so that muscle mass increases but fat decreases. Keeping this fact in mind, people find themselves attracted to two things: […]
While it’s important to be conscious of how much we’re eating, where those calories are coming from is arguably more important. “It’s an old-school approach. Weighing out food is just a miserable existence,” says Pearson. “Things like Bran Flakes and Ryvita simply don’t fill you up and satisfy you in the same way protein does.” When we don’t get enough protein, and instead base our meals around starchy carbohydrates, it can lead to blood sugar fluctuations. This can result […]
