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March 20, 2018     Nutrition     The latest nutrition news from News Medical

Exercise-related posts influence health of social media pals   We all have that Facebook friend -- or 10 -- who regularly posts photos of his or her fitness pursuits: on the elliptical at the gym, hiking through the wilderness, crossing a 10K finish line.

The Importance of Dietary Fiber   This article describes the importance of dietary fiber in reducing the risk of a variety of diseases, specifically diabetes and pre-diabetes type 2.         Study identifies gene that influences risk of obesity in adulthood   The importance of good nutrition in the early development of children has been recognized for many decades. Nutritional experiences in early life can have profound and long-lasting effects on body weight in later life.         Diets compared head on – Mediterranean diet vs Vegetarian diet   The Mediterranean diet is hailed to be one of the best and healthiest diets. It is rich in fish, olive oil, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, nuts and is low on processed foods, refined sugars and saturated fats.

DASH diet may lower rates of depression over time   People who eat vegetables, fruit and whole grains may have lower rates of depression over time, according to a preliminary study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 70th Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, April 21 to 27, 2018.       New analysis shows upward trend in childhood obesity   Despite reports in recent years suggesting childhood obesity could be reaching a plateau in some groups, the big picture on obesity rates for children ages 2 to 19 remains unfavorable.       New research project aims to prevent weight-related health conditions among bus drivers   Though buses are constantly on the move, the drivers who operate them spend most of their work hours seated.       Gluten-free diet may help protect against neuropathic pain   A strict gluten-free diet may help protect against the nerve pain that some people with gluten sensitivity experience, according to a preliminary study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 70th Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, April 21 to 27, 2018.       Busting myths about diet and kidney stones   According to HealthEast’s Kidney Stone Institute, popular myths about the diet and kidney stones aren’t necessarily true. The first? Avoid calcium. Since many kidney stones are made of calcium, it would seem that you should stay away from calcium.       Study finds little variation in health benefits of long-term diets   According to a new study, long-term diet plans which include low-carb or low-fat foods reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, as well as weight loss.

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