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New study questions the health downsides of full-fat dairy
health25 days ago

New study questions the health downsides of full-fat dairy

University of Toronto researchers studied 74 adults with overweight/obesity over 12 weeks across three dairy patterns (low-dairy calorie-restricted, three daily servings of full-fat dairy, and three daily servings of full-fat dairy with unrestricted intake). They found no meaningful differences in weight, body composition, metabolism, or cholesterol between the low-dairy and three-dairy groups, and higher dairy intake was linked to better blood pressure and higher intake of calcium, protein, and vitamin D. The findings challenge the conventional push toward low-fat dairy and support viewing dairy as a whole food matrix, consistent with prior work suggesting dairy fat is not inherently harmful.

via Al Jazeera|
#cardiovascular-health#dairy#food-matrix
Full-fat dairy may fit health goals after all, study finds
health-and-medicine26 days ago

Full-fat dairy may fit health goals after all, study finds

A 12-week Canadian study with 74 adults found that three daily servings of full-fat dairy did not worsen weight, body fat, energy metabolism, or cholesterol and actually improved blood pressure and intake of calcium, protein, and vitamin D. The results support the “dairy matrix” idea—that the food’s structure matters—and suggest dairy can be included in healthy diets (especially for older adults) without increasing risk from saturated fat; the study compared low-dairy, energy-neutral with dairy, and unrestricted diets to show effects beyond single-nutrient guidance.

via ScienceDaily|
#dairy#dairy-matrix#full-fat-dairy
One Red Meat Serving per Week: A Dietitian’s Practical Health Guideline
health1 month ago

One Red Meat Serving per Week: A Dietitian’s Practical Health Guideline

A TODAY expert recommends limiting red meat to about one serving per week due to its higher saturated fat content and links to heart disease and colorectal cancer. While there’s no official weekly limit, major groups advise shifting toward plant proteins and lean options. To get started, substitute red meat with chicken, turkey, fish, beans, lentils, nuts, and soy, and opt for lean cuts and healthier cooking. Plant-based proteins and seafood can help reduce risk while still providing protein and essential nutrients.

via TODAY.com|
#diet#health#heart-disease
RFK Jr.’s beef tallow push meets seed-oil science and diet-context concerns
health2 months ago

RFK Jr.’s beef tallow push meets seed-oil science and diet-context concerns

Nutrition experts say seed oils, rich in polyunsaturated fats, are linked to heart-health benefits, while RFK Jr.'s promotion of beef tallow highlights concerns about saturated fats; several restaurants are switching to beef tallow, but doctors caution that overall diet and fat sources matter more than any single fat, and replacing seed oils with beef tallow may not be healthier.

via Yahoo|
#beef-tallow#cardiovascular-health#health
2026’s Ten Protein Bars to Skip for Health
health-and-wellness3 months ago

2026’s Ten Protein Bars to Skip for Health

A health-focused piece lists the ten so-called unhealthiest store‑bought protein bars of 2026, arguing that marketing terms like “high‑protein” or “plant‑based” mask inflammatory, overly refined ingredients. It flags bars such as Gatorade Protein Bars (29g added sugar), Think! High Protein Bars (maltitol sugar alcohol and high saturated fat), MET‑Rx Big 100 Bars (about 30% of daily saturated fat), Pure Protein Bars (long ingredient lists and ~23% saturated fat), and others for factors like palm oil use, sugar alcohols, artificial sweeteners, and additives. The article emphasizes that despite their protein content, these bars may lack fiber, antioxidants, and whole-food ingredients, and can hinder health goals; it recommends choosing bars with fiber and antioxidants or obtaining protein from whole foods instead.

via Tasting Table|
#health#health-and-wellness#nutrition
Avoid These 5 Foods If You Have High Cholesterol
health3 months ago

Avoid These 5 Foods If You Have High Cholesterol

A HuffPost health article identifies foods to limit to manage high cholesterol: full-fat dairy, red meat (including skin-on cuts), processed meats, and highly processed or fried foods, as these raise LDL or triglycerides. It also suggests choosing low-fat dairy, lean or plant-based proteins, and fiber-rich options, while noting that genetics and overall lifestyle matter and medications may be needed for some people. A heart-healthy pattern and moderation remain key.

via HuffPost|
#cholesterol#diet#health
Cholesterol Guidelines Push Early Screening and Personalized Care
health3 months ago

Cholesterol Guidelines Push Early Screening and Personalized Care

The ACC/AHA issued major updates to cholesterol guidelines—the first since 2018—emphasizing earlier detection (including possible screening starting at age 9 for those with a family history), more aggressive, personalized statin therapy, and a renewed focus on lifestyle changes; saturated fats are highlighted as the primary dietary driver of blood cholesterol, not dietary cholesterol, and a new validated tool helps clinicians tailor treatment.

via 9and10News.com|
#cholesterol-guidelines#health#ldl-cholesterol
Influencer-fueled protein bars hide high saturated fat, rivaling burgers, dietitians warn
health4 months ago

Influencer-fueled protein bars hide high saturated fat, rivaling burgers, dietitians warn

Some influencer-endorsed protein bars pack 8–11g of saturated fat—enough to rival or exceed a fast-food cheeseburger—so reading labels matters. Look for bars with ≤3g saturated fat, ≥15–20g protein, and ≤8g added sugar, and favor unsaturated fats (canola or sunflower) over palm kernel or coconut oil. High saturated fat can raise LDL and affect heart risk even for active people, so pair such bars with an overall nutrient-rich day; consider swaps like soy-based bars or dairy-based snacks (Greek yogurt with fruit or cottage cheese with cacao nibs) for a dessert-like bite without the stealth fat.

via Iowa Park Leader|
#health#heart-health#influencer-marketing
Cholesterol risk isn’t about weight alone—genetics and fat intake matter
health-and-wellbeing4 months ago

Cholesterol risk isn’t about weight alone—genetics and fat intake matter

High LDL cholesterol raises heart attack and stroke risk, but being lean doesn’t guarantee safety; genetics and saturated-fat intake largely drive LDL levels. Obesity mainly affects other lipids (triglycerides and remnant cholesterol) and is linked to diabetes and high blood pressure, which can make LDL more harmful. Overall cardiovascular risk isn’t determined by LDL alone, so a clinician should assess it—consider NHS checks from age 40 and family history of early heart disease.

via The Guardian|
#cardiovascular-risk#cholesterol#genetics
Plant-Based Fats May Protect Against Dementia, Large Cohort Finds
health5 months ago

Plant-Based Fats May Protect Against Dementia, Large Cohort Finds

A large observational study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that replacing animal fats with vegetable fats and, more broadly, consuming more unsaturated plant fats, is linked to a lower risk of dementia in older adults. Those in the highest vegetable-fat group had about a 31% lower dementia risk; substituting 5% of daily calories from animal fat with vegetable fat was tied to roughly a 15% risk reduction. Higher saturated fat intake correlated with greater dementia risk, while monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats showed protective associations. The results persisted across demographics and genetic risk markers, but the study is observational and cannot prove causation; memory-based dietary data and other unmeasured factors may influence the findings.

via PsyPost|
#dementia#dietary-fats#health
Olive Oil Emerges as the Healthier Fat, Experts Say
health7 months ago

Olive Oil Emerges as the Healthier Fat, Experts Say

Nutrition experts say olive oil is generally healthier than butter due to its higher unsaturated fats and links to lower heart disease risk; butter is high in saturated fat, and replacing butter with plant-based oils is associated with lower mortality in large studies. Butter can be enjoyed in moderation, but olive oil is recommended for everyday cooking to support heart and metabolic health, per the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines and expert guidance.

via HuffPost|
#butter#health#heart-health
RFK Jr.'s New Food and Lifestyle Guidelines Spark Public Debate
health7 months ago

RFK Jr.'s New Food and Lifestyle Guidelines Spark Public Debate

The Trump administration announced new dietary guidelines emphasizing real foods and including red meat and full-fat dairy at the top of an inverted food pyramid, sparking debate among health experts who caution against high saturated fat intake and recommend a balanced diet with diverse protein sources, more plant-based foods, and reduced processed foods.

via CNBC|
#dietary-guidelines#health#plant-based-proteins