The prevalence of obesity was 75.2% among adults in the U.S. when new criteria proposed by The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Commission was used to diagnose the disease, researchers reported in a ...

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It is unclear whether the amount of sodium consumed and the degree of saltiness of food is associated with obesity. We examined the association between sodium intake and obesity using the concept of ...

Is dairy good or bad for health? Is cholesterol evil? Does red meat kill or cure? Is the ketogenic diet a godsend or a health hazard? Can the vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, or raw food diet extend ...

Beans, chickpeas, and lentils provide necessary nutrients, help with weight management, and moderate blood sugar levels, according to a recent analysis. Nutrients in beans such as fiber may reduce the ...

A new study shows that both whole and fortified grains can help Americans eat better, weigh less, and improve insulin levels, offering an affordable, accessible path to better health. Review: Healthy ...