Tag: Nutrition epidemiology
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Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Precancerous Polyps in Women
Overview: What the new findings show A recent study published in JAMA Oncology examines the relationship between ultra-processed foods and the risk of precancerous colorectal polyps, with a focus on women under 50. The research analyzed health data from tens of thousands of participants to understand how dietary patterns—specifically the consumption of ultra-processed foods—might influence…
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Can cheese help prevent dementia? Japanese study suggests weekly intake could support brain health
What the study asks Can a simple dietary habit—consuming cheese at least once a week—influence the risk of developing dementia in older adults? A large Japanese cohort study published in Nutrients investigates this possibility, offering real-world evidence on how everyday food choices might impact cognitive health. Study design and population Researchers used data from the…
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Dietary Diversity Linked to Lower ADL Disability Risk in Older Chinese Adults: A Longitudinal Study
Overview New longitudinal evidence from a large Chinese cohort shows that higher dietary diversity is associated with a reduced risk of disability in activities of daily living (ADL) among adults aged 65 and older. This finding adds to the growing body of literature suggesting that diverse, protein-rich and plant-based foods support healthier aging and greater…