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Occupational morbidity and mortality are elevated across food system industries compared with nonfood system industries

Increased Morbidity, Mortality in Food System Industries

Higher morbidity and occupation mortality rates for food system versus nonfood system industries
Individuals who regularly consume orange juice or grapefruit may have a higher risk of developing melanoma

Citrus Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Melanoma

Researchers suspect compounds in citrus may sensitize skin to sunlight, but further study needed
Most edible cannabis products sampled in three major U.S. cities are mislabeled

Edible Cannabis Products Often Mislabeled

Sixty percent contained less active ingredient than label said, while 23 percent had more
The order in which individuals with type 2 diabetes eat their food can affect their blood glucose levels

Timing of Carb Intake During Meal Affects Glucose Levels

Eating protein, vegetables, and fat before carbohydrates might help diabetes control
For adolescents

In Teens, Sedentary Behavior Independently Tied to Adiposity

Correlation for TV viewing, screen time, sedentary behaviors with adiposity, independent of diet
Middle-aged or older individuals who eat as much as 3.5 ounces of chocolate a day may receive cardiovascular benefits

Daily Milk or Dark Chocolate Linked to Cardiovascular Benefits

Benefits for as much as 3.5 ounces of chocolate a day
In a move that it says is designed to protect the heart health of Americans

FDA: Food Manufacturers Have 3 Years to Remove Trans Fats

Agency gives manufacturers three years to remove partially hydrogenated oils
Fermented foods that contain probiotics seem to have a protective effect against social anxiety

Fermented Food Intake May Help Protect Against Social Anxiety

Consumption of fermented foods interacts with neuroticism to predict social anxiety
Older adults need a protein-rich diet to maintain lower body muscle mass and strength

Different Protein Sources Vary in Effect on Elderly Muscle

Both animal and plant sources are important
Special diets or supplements for children with an autism spectrum disorder can leave children still deficient in some nutrients

Special Diets, Supplements May Be Counterproductive in ASD

These interventions are often tied to either too little or too much of certain nutrients