Tag: publichealth
FDA Updates ‘Healthy’ Food Definition After 30 Years
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has redefined the criteria for labeling foods as "healthy," reflecting advancements in nutrition science and aiming to combat diet-related chronic diseases.
Understanding the Health Risks of Ultra-Processed Foods
Recent scientific research has shed light on the detrimental health effects associated with the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs). These findings indicate that diets high in UPFs are linked to an increased risk of obesity, cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer. This article explores the mechanisms by which UPFs negatively impact health and discusses the implications for public dietary guidelines.
First Severe H5N1 Bird Flu Case in the U.S. Reported in Louisiana
In December 2024, the United States confirmed its first severe human case of H5N1 avian influenza in Louisiana. The patient, who had been exposed to sick and dead birds in a backyard poultry flock, was hospitalized with serious respiratory symptoms.