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Too Much Meat Leads to Weight-Gain Over Time
Meat, whether it is beef, pork, chicken, or fish, is a high-energy food, meaning every bite has a lot of calories; unlike vegetables which have fiber, making them low-calorie foods. Meat does not contain fiber.
And new research claims all those calories from meat may turn into extra bodyweight over time.
Writing in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, scientists analyzed more than 370,000 individuals, 100,000 men and 270,000 women, from 10 different European countries participating in a cancer study.
Over a 5-year period, both men and women gained an average of about one pound a year, and the more meat a person consumed, the more they gained.
Eating Fish May Lower Risk of Eye Disease
Consuming fish has been linked to a myriad of health benefits, mostly due to omega-3 fatty acids, which have been associated with decreased risk of cancer and heart disease.
And according to a new study in the journal Ophthalmology, older adults eating fatty fish – such as salmon, mackerel, and albacore tuna – at least once a week may have a lower risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) leading to vision loss.
For the study, experts analyzed data from over 2,500 adults, ages 65 to 84, who completed dietary questionnaires and underwent eye exams; 15% were found to have early or intermediate-stage AMD and less than 3% had advanced AMD.
Researchers found participants with higher intake of fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, consuming one or more servings a week, were 60% less likely to develop advanced AMD, than those consuming less than one serving per week.
However, the scientists insist this does not prove eating fish is directly linked to reduced risk of AMD.
But a major concern among fish eaters and non-fish eaters is mercury. Man
Traffic Pollution Might Raise Heart Risks
If you eat a steady diet of cheeseburgers, butter, fried chicken, milkshakes, and bacon, you’re probably increasing your risk of cardiovascular disease. I
Vitamin E May Help Cut Dementia Risk
Losing your marbles when you get older might be a lot of fun. Who wouldn’t want to walk around all day with their pants on their head?
But it might not be fun for your family and friends, which is a big deal, because they’re the ones who will put you in the funny farm.
So then, if you’re not looking to go mental, consider what diet can do. A new