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Scientists say this simple diet change can improve sleep fast #nutrition

Scientists say this simple diet change can improve sleep fast
A new study shows that eating more fruits and vegetables during the day can significantly improve sleep that same night. Researchers found a clear link between diet quality and sleep depth, with participants who met the CDC’s daily produce recommendations seeing a 16% boost in sleep quality. The findings suggest that small dietary changes could make a big difference in how well we rest.

Nutritionist Says ‘High-Protein’ Labels Are Just ‘Another Health Halo’ https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/health/nutritionist-high-protein-labels-health-halo/

Nutritionist Says 'High-Protein' Labels Are Just 'Another Health Halo'
A nutritionist has described the current trend of high-protein food labels as “another health halo" made popular with marketing

Some ultra-processed foods are as addictive as cigarettes and cocaine #nutrition

Some ultra-processed foods are as addictive as cigarettes and cocaine
Ultra-processed foods are industrially formulated with added sugar, additives and flavorings to be highly rewarding and even addictive.

How much damage are ultraprocessed foods really doing to your health? #nutrition

How much damage are ultraprocessed foods really doing to your health?
Many foods we consume today are ultraprocessed, packed with unhealthy ingredients, and linked to major health risks. As consumption of these foods rises, so do chronic health issues, especially among lower-income groups. Experts are calling for clearer guidelines, better research, and systemic changes to reduce the impact of ultraprocessed foods on public health.

By changing our diets now, we can avoid the food chaos that climate change is bringing #nutrition

By changing our diets now, we can avoid the food chaos that climate change is bringing
Climate change is pushing up the prices of the food that we buy and therefore changing what we eat. One-third of UK food price increases in 2023 resulted from climate change, according to research by agricultural economists. This extra cost contributed to food price inflation and the UK's cost-of-living crisis.

Why Gen X women can’t stop eating ultra-processed foods #nutrition

Why Gen X women can’t stop eating ultra-processed foods
Researchers found that middle-aged adults, especially women, are far more likely to be addicted to ultra-processed foods than older generations. Marketing of diet-focused processed foods in the 1980s may have played a major role. Food addiction was linked to poor health, weight issues, and social isolation, highlighting long-term risks. Experts warn that children today could face even higher addiction rates in the future.