News from NUTRITION 2024
High-impact research from NUTRITION 2024, held June 29 – July 2, 2024 in Chicago, IL.
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Eating more soy foods could improve thinking and attention in kids
Study strengthens evidence for health benefits of isoflavone-rich soy foods Chicago (July 2, 2024) — A new study found that school-aged
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Want to stay mentally sharp longer? Eat a healthy diet now
Study reveals strong links between the quality of a person’s diet and cognitive ability over the life course Chicago (July
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Farm-to-table study reveals why whole grains are healthiest
Whole wheat retains far more of its nutritional value during milling and baking compared with refined flours and breads Chicago
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Study suggests states could cut healthcare costs by delivering patient tailored meals
Medically tailored meals for people with chronic illnesses projected to generate net cost savings in almost all 50 states Chicago
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Daily sauna time might help prevent menopause-related weight gain
Older mice receiving daily whole-body heat therapy gained less weight and had better metabolic health Chicago (July 1, 2024) — New
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Intake of ultra-processed foods linked with increased risk of death
Processed meats and soft drinks show strongest association with increased mortality Chicago (June 30, 2024) — In a new study, older
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![Limiting ultra-processed foods does not necessarily make for a healthy diet](https://media.nutrition.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/limiting-utlra-processed-food-768x576.jpeg)
Limiting ultra-processed foods does not necessarily make for a healthy diet
Study calls into question the level of processing as a proxy for diet quality Chicago (June 30, 2024) — A new
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Research uncovers heart-protective eating patterns for type 1 diabetes
More closely following Mediterranean or DASH diets is linked with lower cardiovascular disease risk Chicago (June 30, 2024) — Eating patterns
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Does baby-led weaning meet nutritional needs?
Study bolsters evidence that the trendy weaning method can fuel healthy growth Chicago (June 30, 2024) — New study findings suggest
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