But now the scientific experts who shape the way we eat may start warning consumers against eating too much ultra-processed food.
First guidelines The committee examines the science around obesity and ultra-processed foods, industrially produced items containing unusual combinations of flavors, additives and ingredients, many of which are not found in nature. These include chicken nuggets, sweetened breakfast cereals, boxed macaroni and cheese, frozen dinners, potato chips, fast food, and more.
The committee’s conclusions could signal a major shift in the way Americans view nutrition, with Americans looking beyond the basic nutrients in food and instead focusing on how food is made. , forcing us to think about what happens before it reaches the table.
Nutrition experts say the emphasis on ultra-processed foods in the upcoming guidelines is a significant shift in the nation’s diet, from what we eat at home to the food provided to children in national food programs. It states that it may have an impact. In recent years, dozens of studies have found that people who eat more ultra-processed foods have higher rates of weight gain, obesity, cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and other chronic diseases.
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Home remedies to relieve coronavirus symptoms
Salt water gargling and nasal irrigation are common home remedies. But will it work?
A new study shows a proven salt water gargle may reduce symptoms of coronavirus infection and keep people out of the hospital. Although several previous smaller studies have shown similar results, this study has a number of limitations.
Experts agree that gargling is not a substitute for listening to your doctor, getting vaccinated, and using medications such as paxlobid once diagnosed. However, study author Jimmy Espinoza, a professor of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive sciences at McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas at Houston, provides some basics of gargling and nasal irrigation if you have a respiratory virus infection. do.
First, boil the water. You can buy sterile saline, but if you use your own water, boil it and let it cool until warm. “It’s important to boil the water first because the nasal passages are susceptible to infections from contaminants in the water,” Espinoza said.
Add salt. Add 1/3 teaspoon salt to 8 ounces of warm water.
Alternate between gargling and nasal rinsing. Divide the water into two parts, one for gargling and one for rinsing the nose. With one he gargles for a minute, and with the other he passes it up his nose using a neti pot. Repeat alternately until complete.
Nasal gargle without using a neti pot. If you don’t have a neti pot, fill a clean hand with water, close one nostril with your finger, pour the water into the other nostril, and switch.
Women have more periods than previous generations
question: How often should I get my period? I’ve heard that it’s a 28-day cycle, but the cycle may be longer or shorter. How do I know if my period is “normal”?
answer: What it means for a period to be “normal” varies so much that it’s no wonder so many people aren’t sure, says the Massachusetts General Hospital physician and Harvard Medical School instructor of medicine. writes Ask a Doctor columnist Trisha S. Paslica. . Overall, women today have more periods than previous generations, she says.
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Here are a few things that made us happy this week.
- This runner finished last in the New York City Marathon. The reason is as follows He feels “blessed.”
- How Thanksgiving Recipes Have Changed: Insights from “The joy of cooking.”
- It’s that time of year.try these sweet potato in frying pan Serve with brown butter and sage.
- Introducing the 2023 American Humane Hero Dogs. his name is maverick, And he’s a 150 pound Great Dane.
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