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Excellent interview from Dan Babington where he discusses the critical issues in our food systems. Dan highlights the dominance of a few companies in the food industry, the misinformation funded by these entities, and the government's role in promoting a more sustainable food systems. It's encouraging to see increased education on the necessity of transitioning to a more sustainable food system. TAM Asset Management Ltd ARK Invest Europe #investing #etfs #sustainability

𝐄𝐜𝐨-𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐛𝐲 𝟑𝟎%: 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 According to research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition on June 10, 2024, the optimal diet for health is also beneficial for the planet. The study suggests that a diet rich in plant-based whole foods with limited meat and dairy consumption can reduce the risk of premature death by 30%. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞: https://shorturl.at/2Gzi5 #EcoFriendlyDiet #HealthyLiving #SustainableDiet #DietaryHealth #healthcareeverything

Precision nutrition??? Also referred to as personalized nutrition... Focuses on the individual rather than groups of people This is idea that nutrition advice can be tailored to improve health and prevent/treat chronic diseases based on a person’s unique characteristics like DNA, microbiome, race, gender, health history, lifestyle habits and more. Precision nutrition suggests that each person will have a different response to specific foods and nutrients. So that the best diet for one individual may look very different than the best diet for another. A brand new paper reports that the hype regarding precision nutrition exceeds the evidence - at least currently. 'Precision Nutrition: The Hype Is Exceeding the Science and Evidentiary Standards Needed to Inform Public Health Recommendations for Prevention of Chronic Disease' From Regan Bailey and Patrick Stover Published in the journal: Annual Review of Nutrition For now, I'm sticking with lots of fruits, veggies, nuts, legumes etc. until the science supports a more tailored approach.... Full link to paper: https://lnkd.in/e7dQ3CEB #Precisionnutrition #personalizednutrition #nutrition #DNA #microbiome

It's great that precision nutrition seeks to customize dietary advice for individuals based on their unique characteristics. Glad to see that more and more the concept of “one fits all” is staying behind. However, as this paper highlights, the hype might be outpacing the evidence at the moment. I think that individualization of nutrition advice is still pivotal in patient’s success at making lasting and effective lifestyle changes. Integrating culturally sensitive dietary changes into the precision nutrition approach can lead to more sustainable and consistent implementation of dietary modifications. Understanding the unique cultural and lifestyle factors that influence food choices is crucial for long-term success. While we navigate the evolving landscape of precision nutrition, honoring diverse traditions can play a vital role in promoting health and wellness. 🌍🍽️ 🥦🍏📚 #PrecisionNutrition #PersonalizedHealth #EvidenceBasedNutrition #CulturalDiversity #SustainableChange

Nutrition and Kidney Cancer Risk Nutrition plays a significant role in the risk and progression of kidney cancer, just as it does with many other types of cancer. While no diet can completely prevent cancer, certain eating patterns can help lower the risk. Here's how nutrition relates to kidney cancer risk: Obesity: A high body weight is a significant risk factor for kidney cancer. Eating a balanced diet that maintains a healthy weight may reduce the risk. Fruits and Vegetables: Diets rich in fruits and vegetables provide antioxidants and other nutrients that can help protect against cancer. Red and Processed Meat: High consumption of red and processed meats has been linked to an increased risk of various cancers, including kidney cancer. Limiting these foods is often recommended. Smoked and Grilled Foods: These foods can contain carcinogenic substances that might increase cancer risk. Limiting consumption can be beneficial. Organic Foods: Some believe that choosing organic foods to limit exposure to pesticides and other chemicals might reduce cancer risk, although evidence is not definitive. Water Intake: Adequate water intake is crucial for kidney health and may help flush out potential carcinogens. Alcohol and Smoking: While mainly associated with other types of cancer, reducing alcohol consumption and avoiding smoking can overall help in reducing cancer risks, including kidney cancer. Remember, while good nutrition is important, it's just one aspect of cancer prevention. Regular check-ups, a healthy lifestyle, and genetic factors also play significant roles. Consulting healthcare providers for personalized advice is always the best course of action. #EatHealthy #CancerPrevention #KidneyHealth #HealthyDiet #NutritionMatters #WellnessJourney #FightCancer

Excellent! Adding water to the recommended nutrition media reinforces good habits.

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Calf liver, beef tongue, sheep brains, chicken feet… Recently this is what a guy told me was at the center of his daily diet. Lots of organ meats and very little, if any, vegetables. The small group conversation then shifted to speculation on diets in general and how science says something is good or bad one year and then reverses the recommendation only a few years later. I get it, nutrition science is confusing… nutrition science is hard even for the scientists. It is also always changing. We will probably never get a “perfect” nutrition study because there are just too many variables to take into account for the human diet, not to mention the trend of commercial industry funding of nutrition studies. Here is an article from Medical News Today that can help explain why this field of science is so challenging. #healthandwellness #healthylifestyle #nutrition #lifestylecoach #lifestylegoals #nutritionscience

https://lnkd.in/g8kd9QkC   Article title: Analyzing human diet caloric content and its implications for sustainable development   Author(s): Olga Dekker*   Journal: Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Therapy   Journal ISSN: 2641-3043   Abstract: This study delves into the significance of caloric content in the human diet, identified as a key contributor to human health and wellbeing. We explore the concept of caloric content not only in its direct impact on physical development but also in its broader role in enhancing public health and quality of life. Emphasizing nutrition as a pivotal factor, our research offers insights into how caloric intake shapes overall health outcomes and life quality. The findings highlight the intricate link between diet and sustainable health practices, underscoring the need for a comprehensive understanding of nutritional values in public health discourse.   #Nutrition #HealthyLifestyle #RationalNutritionPractices #NutritionalSystems #DietaryPatterns #CaloricIntake #CaloricContentAnalysis #NutritionalBalance   #Peertechz #PeertechzPublications #FoodSafetyHygiene #ClinicalNutritionPractice #FoodMicrobiology #NutritionFoodHealth #FoodPreservation #FoodProcessingTechnology #FoodEngineering #NutritionalEpidemiology #ProductDevelopment #Production #SensoryAnalysis #FoodChemistry #MolecularGastronomy #FoodPackaging #FoodPhysics #FoodPhysicalChemistry #BalancedEating #DangersPoorNutrition #Diabetes #AppetiteFoodIntakeNutritionalStatus #HumanNutrition #DietTherapy #FoodTechnology #GMOFood #MeatScience #FoodHygiene #DietarySurveys #ObesityWeightControl #DietDisease #MacronutrientsMicronutrients #MetabolicSyndrome #MalnutritionChildrenMalnutrition #FoodNutritionalScience #FoodProcessingEngineeringTechnologies #HealthyDiets #ParenteralNutrition #FoodInsecurity #FoodPoisoning #NutritionalDisorders #FoodNutritionDisorders #FoodAnalysis #PersonalisedNutrition #NutritionalAssessment #VitaminsMinerals #FoodAddiction #NutritionTherapies #PoorNutritionalStatus #CommunityNutrition #VitaminDeficiency #NutritionDeficiencyTreatment #FoodIntolerance #DietMetabolicSyndrome #DrugProteinMetabolism #QualityAssuranceControl

Why We Might Never Know the Truth About Ultra-Processed Foods: An anonymous reader shares a report: A recent meeting of the American Society for Nutrition in Chicago was presented with an observational study of more than 500,000 people in the US. It found that those who ate the most UPFs (ultra-processed foods ) had a roughly 10% greater chance of dying early, even accounting for their body-mass index and overall quality of diet. In recent years, lots of other observational studies have shown a similar link - but that's not the same as proving that how food is processed causes health problems, or pinning down which aspect of those processes might be to blame. So how could we get to the truth about ultra-processed food? The kind of study needed to prove definitively that UPFs cause health problems would be extremely complex, suggests Dr Nerys Astbury, a senior researcher in diet and obesity at Oxford University. It would need to compare a large number of people on two diets -- one high in UPFs and one low in UPFs, but matched exactly for calorie and macronutrient content. This would be fiendishly difficult to actually do. Participants would need to be kept under lock and key so their food intake could be tightly managed. The study would also need to enrol people with similar diets as a starting point. It would be extremely challenging logistically. And to counter the possibility that people who eat fewer UPFs might just have healthier lifestyles such as through taking more exercise or getting more sleep, the participants of the groups would need to have very similar habits. "It would be expensive research, but you could see changes from the diets relatively quickly," Dr Astbury says. Funding for this type of research could also be hard to come by. There might be accusations of conflicts of interest, since researchers motivated to run these kind of trials may have an idea of what they want the conclusions to be before they started. Read more of this story at Slashdot.