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New study reveals that canned beans significantly improve nutrient intake and diet quality in U.S. adults

A recent study published in Medical Research Archives found that incorporating canned beans into a diet reduces shortfalls in essential nutrients and improves overall diet quality among U.S. adults. The research also highlighted the impact of replacing high-protein foods with canned beans on achieving optimal nutrient intake.

SourceThe Ginger Network·JournalMedical Research Archives·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 9, 2025

New study shows eating beans and chickpeas is linked to better diet quality and healthier body weights

A new study by the Ginger Network reveals that incorporating more beans and chickpeas into one's diet can lead to improved overall diet quality and healthier body weights. The research found that adult diets with higher bean intake resulted in lower added sugar consumption and reduced nutrient shortfalls.

SourceThe Ginger Network·JournalNutrition Journal·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 4, 2024

New study confirms value of family meals

A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior confirms that frequent family meals are associated with better dietary outcomes and improved family functioning. The research found a positive relationship between family meal frequency and increased fruit and vegetable consumption, as well as measures of family c...

SourceThe Ginger Network·JournalJournal of Nutrition Education and Behavior·DateMar 10, 2020

New study exonerates refined grains

A new study published in Advances in Nutrition reveals that refined grains are not associated with increased disease risk and premature death. Refined grain intake was found to have an inverse association with total cancer deaths and a statistically significant inverse association with all-cause death rate.

SourceThe Ginger Network·JournalAdvances in Nutrition·DateApr 8, 2019

New study shows that Americans are not eating much bread

A new study published in the journal Nutrients shows that despite popular belief, Americans consume very little bread, with only less than 15% of total calories coming from grain foods. However, this small amount of grain food provides a disproportionately positive amount of critical nutrients, including dietary fiber, folate, and iron.

SourceThe Ginger Network·JournalNutrients·DateAug 31, 2017