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Newswise — MIAMI, FLORIDA (Jan. 15, 2025) – The U.S. Surgeon General has recommended that alcoholic beverages carry cancer risk warning labels, citing a growing body of research that shows alcohol as a group 1 carcinogen. But more than half of U.S. residents don’t know that alcohol consumption increases their risk of developing cancer, or…
Washington D.C. – The Institute for the Advancement of Food & Nutrition Sciences’ deadline of Feb. 14 for its Emerging Leaders Award applications to recognize excellence in food safety and nutrition sciences is rapidly approaching. Open to U.S. and Canadian professionals with less than 10 years of experience since completing their degree, the award includes…
Newswise — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently banned the use of Red Dye No. 3 in food, decades after concerns that it is a significant cancer risk and contributes to hyperactivity in children. Virginia Tech food safety expert Melissa Wright says manufacturers will now have to find suitable alternatives that maintain the…
Newswise — A new archaeological study, conducted along the Jordan River banks south of northern Israel’s Hula Valley, offers a fresh perspective on the dietary habits of early humans, challenging conventional wisdom about prehistoric diets. The research reveals that ancient hunter-gatherers relied heavily on plant foods, particularly starchy plants, as a major energy source. The…
Newswise — ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (Dec. 12, 2024) – Feeling like there are too many things on your checklist for the new year? If you have allergies or asthma, keeping yourself healthy and free of symptoms needs to be a priority. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. “50 million people in the United States…
Newswise — Bird flu has been discovered in raw milk sold in California. It was detected during testing of whole raw milk from Raw Farm, LLC. Raw milk, which is not pasteurized, does not go through a process that kills bacteria and viruses. There have been no reported illnesses. The George Washington University has experts…
Newswise — Washington D.C. – With an overarching theme of ‘Food and Nutrition: Research for the Future’ IAFNS welcomes you to register for IAFNS’ fourth annual Science Innovation Showcase. The event will be held virtually Dec. 10-12, 2024, from noon to 5:00 p.m. ET each day. Speakers from Health Canada, FDA, USDA and the Center…
Newswise — As consumer demand for functional foods rises, powdered drink mixes (PDMs) have gained popularity due to their convenience and health benefits. This shift reflects an increasing preference for plant-based or specialty beverages addressing dietary concerns like lactose intolerance and calorie control. Low-glycemic foods are especially valued for managing blood glucose levels and enhancing…
