New link between the gut and hypertension revealed Research has found exactly how low dietary fibre causes a leaky gut, allowing microbes to pass into the body and increase inflammation.
Australia’s total food consumption falls: ABS The cost-of-living crisis has forced changes to eating habits, with shoppers choosing cheap and convenient items over fruit and veggies.
Study pinpoints sex differences in dietary risk factors for CVD New research has revealed which foods are linked to a heightened risk of heart disease, and their surprising contrasts for men and women.
Can a magnesium-rich diet reduce dementia risk? New research suggests there is an association between increased magnesium consumption and healthier brain ageing, with women benefitting the most.
Mediterranean diet reduces heart disease risk in women: Study The meta-analysis, which also found a lowered mortality risk, is the first of its kind to explore the diet’s impact on heart disease by sex.
‘Disturbing’ rate of disordered eating among young people New research across 16 countries suggests the proportion of disordered eating among young people is as high as 22%.
New resource to help GPs manage patients with dementia A newly launched advice service offers clinicians direct email access to psychogeriatricians and geriatricians.
Nine out of 10 infants not meeting recommended daily iron intake But are the guidelines realistic and how concerned should parents and clinicians be?
Calls for mandatory Health Star Ratings on food products Australia’s largest consumer advocacy group is campaigning for more appropriate labelling to inform healthier choices and avoid confusion.
Controversial study puts red meat back on the table A new study recommends continuation of current consumption of both processed and unprocessed red meat, but it has drawn strong criticism from experts.