On January 15, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its decision to revoke the authorization for the use of FD&C Red No. 3 (erythrosine) in foods and ingested drugs due to concerns about its potential carcinogenic effects. Manufacturers are required to reformulate their products by January 15, 2027, for foods, and by ...more about FDA Bans Red No. 3 in Food and Ingested Drugs Due to Health Concerns
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States — that’s why the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) celebrates American Heart Month to encourage healthy habits to prevent heart disease. Check out Healthy People 2030’s evidence-based resources for heart disease prevention.
Posted on Jan. 8, 2024 by HealthDay https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-01-08/resolved-to-get-fit-this-year-an-experts-offers-tips
Posted on January 8, 2024 by ODPHP The next meeting of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee will be held on January 19, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET. Convened jointly by the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA), the Committee will hear updates from each subcommittee ...more about Register for the Next Meeting of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee
Posted on Jan. 5, 2024 by HealthDay https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-01-05/better-mental-health-in-24-try-mindfulness-exercise
Posted on September 18, 2023 by ODPHP September is Healthy Aging Month — and to celebrate, ODPHP is launching the new Social Determinants of Health and Older Adults resource. https://health.gov/news/202309/check-out-our-new-resource-social-determinants-health-and-older-adults
Date: September 12, 2023 Source: University of Alabama at Birmingham Summary: New findings indicate that the type of protein in the diet is not as important as the overall amount of weight loss for those with Type 2 diabetes. 106 adults with T2D were randomly assigned to either the high-protein or normal-protein diet for 52 ...more about Both high-protein and normal-protein diets are effective for T2D management
Date: Sep. 21, 2023 Source: Diabetologia Summary: New research shows that morning and afternoon physical activity are associated with a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes across all population levels of education and income, but found no statistically significant association between evening physical activity and risk type 2 diabetes. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/09/230921105751.htm
Date: May 25, 2023 Source: University of Maryland Summary: Regular walks strengthen connections in and between brain networks, according to new research, adding to growing evidence linking exercise with slowing the onset of Alzheimer's disease. The study examined the brains and story recollection abilities of older adults with normal brain function and those diagnosed with ...more about Study finds brain connectivity, memory improves in older adults after walking
Watch this Youtube video learn more Title: Move Your Way: Tips for Getting Motivated By: Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion