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Lifestyle modification

Functional Foods Could Help With Long-Term Weight Loss

Positive results reported in rodent studies, but translation of results into humans is needed
Processed meats

WHO: Evidence That Processed Meat Can Cause Cancer

Meanwhile, red meat only shows some association with an increased risk for colorectal cancer
People over 65 who eat more fish

Larger Brain Volume Associated With Mediterranean Diet

Seniors who ate more foods tied to the eating plan, especially fish, had more volume
For adults

α-Tocopherol Bioavailability Lower in Metabolic Syndrome

α-tocopherol bioavailability is unaffected by dairy fat quantity
Cancer survivors tend to have worse dietary quality than the general population

Cancer Survivors Often Have Poor Dietary Quality

Worse intake patterns than matched individuals from general population for empty calories, fiber
Carotenoids are associated with a long-term reduced risk of advanced age-related macular degeneration

Carotenoids Help Reduce the Risk of Advanced AMD

However, no link found between carotenoids and the risk of intermediate AMD
Patients with type 2 diabetes may benefit from a higher-protein diet

Gene Variant May Boost Effect of Higher-Protein Diet in T2DM

Researchers find benefit for those with gene variant related to vitamin D metabolism
Numerous studies have extolled the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. Now

More Support for High-Fiber, Mediterranean Diet

Beneficial effects for plant-based diet but not limited to vegetarian or vegan diets
Beetroot juice

Dietary Nitrates Boost Muscle Power in Heart Failure Patients

Researchers say dietary nitrate consumption could help patients climb stairs and get out of a chair
The Mediterranean diet may protect against diabetic retinopathy

Mediterranean Diet May Protect Against Diabetic Retinopathy

No benefit seen with the diet for prevention of diabetic nephropathy