Articles tagged with Dairy Products
The US Preventive Services Task Force concludes that current evidence is insufficient to assess the benefits and harms of routine screening for vitamin D deficiency. Researchers found no direct evidence on the effects of screening versus no screening, but treating patients with low serum levels may help prevent adverse outcomes.
A new health-economic model shows that increasing dairy food consumption can prevent osteoporotic fractures and reduce healthcare costs. The study found that France, Sweden, and the Netherlands could potentially save millions of euros in healthcare costs by boosting dietary calcium intake.
A study found that local farmer's markets and community-supported agriculture programs primarily attract a higher-income, privileged consumer base. The research highlights the need for broader access to fresh foods through alternative payment plans and strategic efforts. Alternative payment models exist, but their adoption is limited.
Spotted hyenas adapt to changing human food sources during the 55-day Abye Tsome (Lent) fast, shifting from scavenging to hunting, with donkey hairs found in their droppings increasing significantly during Lent
A recent study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology found that black women with high dairy intake have a reduced incidence of uterine leiomyomata (fibroids). High dairy consumption was inversely associated with fibroid risk, with a 30% reduction seen among women who consumed four or more servings per day.
A potent bacterial toxin targets human cells expressing Neu5Gc, a sugar incorporated from diet, making humans susceptible to disease. Red meat and dairy products are richest dietary sources of Neu5Gc, increasing the risk of E. coli infection.
A study clarifies the impact of diet on the risk of gout, revealing that meat and seafood consumption significantly increases risk, while dairy products may be protective. The study's findings suggest a potential benefit to reducing red meat consumption and increasing low-fat dairy intake.