With so many food options out there, it is helpful to have information on food packages that can empower you to identify healthier choices. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing to update its definition of “healthy.” That includes the nutritional standards a product must meet to put the claim “healthy” on the… Continue reading Updating the Definition of “Healthy”
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Switch to Spice – and Kick The Salt
Add a little spicy seasoning to a low sodium meal, and adults over the age of 60 may have a harder time noticing a lack of salt, according to a new study in the journal Food Quality and Preference. Led by Carolyn Ross, a professor of Food Sciences at Washington State University (WSU), the study… Continue reading Switch to Spice – and Kick The Salt
Watch That Salt!
Did you know that “salt” and “sodium” are not the same thing, even though they’re often used interchangeably? Sodium, a mineral, is one of the elements found in salt. Salt is where most of your sodium comes from. The federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is working to make sure people have greater access to… Continue reading Watch That Salt!
High-Salt Diet Triggers Changes in Mouse Brains
A diet high in salt is known to be a risk factor for high blood pressure, which in turn raises the risk of stroke and other health problems. Research has suggested that high salt intake may also be a risk factor for declining brain function with age. However, the mechanisms responsible for this link aren’t… Continue reading High-Salt Diet Triggers Changes in Mouse Brains
Salt and Impaired Cognition
Here’s another reason to avoid salt besides its connection to hypertension. Scientists who conducted a mouse study have concluded that salt is linked to impaired cognition. The study was published in Nature Neuroscience. The researchers discovered that changes in the gut caused by a high-salt diet are linked to impaired blood flow to the brain.… Continue reading Salt and Impaired Cognition
Real-Life Tips to Cut Your Salt Habit
The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke, has announced the winners in its first #BreakUpWithSalt hack contest. Because some companies in the food industry add ingredients like sodium to processed and restaurant foods before it even reaches your table, consumers were encouraged… Continue reading Real-Life Tips to Cut Your Salt Habit
Make Your Takeout Healthier
Almost everyone loves Chinese takeout, whether it’s pork fried rice or Peking duck. But this popular cuisine can be heavy in fat and salt. The experts at choosemyplate, a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, share strategies for making your next meal healthier – and still enjoyable: Look for veggies Pick dishes that highlight… Continue reading Make Your Takeout Healthier
10 Ways to Cut Back on Salt
Although the dangers of fat might get more media attention, salt is also something to watch out for. It has been linked to hypertension and heart disease. But controlling it in the food supply isn’t simple. That’s because, according to the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the majority of sodium consumed comes from processed… Continue reading 10 Ways to Cut Back on Salt
Over-Hydration Can Be Dangerous for Some
Although it’s important for athletes to stay hydrated, it’s just as crucial not to drink too much water, according to new guidelines. Overhydrating with water or sports drinks can lead to a condition called exercise-associated hyponatremia (EAH), said Mitchell Rosner, MD, a kidney specialist at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Rosner, the… Continue reading Over-Hydration Can Be Dangerous for Some
Salt May Have A Bad Effect on The Brain
Researchers have found that consuming large amounts of salt can cause changes in key brain circuits. The scientists, from McGill University in Montreal, discovered that high salt intake disables a natural safety mechanism and allows blood pressure to rise because of a high, long-term consumption of salt. A team led by Prof. Charles Bourque of… Continue reading Salt May Have A Bad Effect on The Brain
How to Win the Winter Skin Battle
Even though the first flakes haven’t (officially) fallen, it’s not too soon to start thinking about your winter skin. For many people, it’s a time when skin dries out and becomes flaky, dull and even itchy. But it doesn’t have to be that way. “There’s no reason to have dull dry-looking skin in those holiday… Continue reading How to Win the Winter Skin Battle