http://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/NutritionPhrase or sentence describing the channelhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/kids_unaware_of_junk_food_dangersThree quarters of children in Britain are unaware just how dangerous eating junk food can be for their future health, according to new research. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:38:26 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/fat_people_fooled_by_food_fraudsFat people around the world are being fooled into wasting billions of pounds a year on useless so-called slimming foods, a Glasgow University expert has said. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:41:11 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/purple_tomatoes_boost_cancer_fightScientists have developed a genetically-engineered purple tomato which can help in the fight against cancer. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 01:55:01 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/bacon_spurned_after_cancer_scareA cancer scare has prompted one in 10 people to cut down on processed meat, according to a YouGov survey for World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:17:27 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/goldilocks_right_about_oat_cuisineGoldilocks knew what she was doing when she finished off baby bear`s porridge, according to a comprehensive study in the British Food Journal. Fri, 31 Oct 2008 03:03:44 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/listeria_risk_in_bought_sandwichesThe public is being warned about chilled, ready-to-eat food after an upsurge in cases of the potentially fatal bug listeria. Mon, 03 Nov 2008 11:41:20 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/chef_warns_of_obesity_horror_showCelebrity chef Jamie Oliver has warned that Britain will face an obesity "horror show" unless action is taken. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 03:02:56 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/women_less_able_to_suppress_hungerThere may be a difference between the sexes when it comes to trying to suppress food cravings, a new study suggests. Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:06:35 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/obese_waste_money_on_health_foodSeriously overweight people all over the world are wasting billions of pounds a year on food products that imply they will help them lose weight but are in fact useless, a nutrition expert has claimed. Thu, 27 Nov 2008 09:07:48 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/english_obesity_levels_on_the_riseLevels of obesity in England have almost doubled since the early 1990s, according to official figures. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:20:18 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/healthy_food_not_always_bestHealth-conscious consumers have been warned that weight-loss products, including healthy food ranges, are not always the healthiest option. Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:37:05 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/charles_hails_food_for_life_driveAn awards scheme that will take the Jamie Oliver Healthy School Dinners campaign a step further has been praised by the Prince of Wales. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 02:10:46 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/fat_people_born_to_eat_too_muchFat people may be genetically programmed to eat too much, according to two studies reported in the journal Nature Genetics. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 11:58:16 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/recluse_becomes_slimmer_of_yearA woman who was a recluse for 20 years because she was embarrassed by her figure after she gained 10 stone has been named Slimmer of the Year. Wed, 07 Jan 2009 12:10:51 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/pistachio_theory_cuts_food_intakeMedical experts have warned the average person is likely to eat 7,000 calories on Christmas Day, around 5,000 more than normal, but by adopting different eating habits this can be prevented. Wed, 24 Dec 2008 12:32:49 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/calorie_labelling_scheme_launchedCalorie counting diners will soon have access to information about the food they order after the Government launched a new labelling scheme. Thu, 15 Jan 2009 01:59:26 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/diet_advice_puts_health_at_riskUnsuitably qualified dieticians who promote supplements and vitamins are putting the health of consumers at risk, two health bodies have warned. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:26:05 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/doner_kebabs_high_in_caloriesThe post-pub favourite the doner kebab could be adding 1,000 calories to people's daily diet. Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:23:11 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/cancer_risk_from_salt_in_soupThe high salt content of some leading brands of soup might increase the risk of stomach cancer, says a World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) report. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 11:15:31 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/woman_loses_30st_in_four_yearsA 42-stone woman was prompted to lose three quarters of her body weight after seeing her "awful" reflection in a full-length mirror. Thu, 05 Feb 2009 11:53:53 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/calls_for_snack_sizes_in_shopsThe Government is hoping to encourage food and drink manufacturers to sell "snack sized" products in corner shops and petrol stations in a bid to tackle obesity in children. Thu, 05 Feb 2009 11:53:53 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/egg_and_heart_disease_link_refutedExperts have smashed the "ingrained misconception" that eating too many eggs leads to dangerously high levels of blood cholesterol and heart disease. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:08:16 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/hope_for_future_obesity_treatmentScientists have identified a single gene which could hold the key to controlling human obesity with drugs. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 09:20:53 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/obesity_as_risky_as_smoking__studyNew research has suggested obese people are just as at risk of dying early as people who smoke. Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:12:57 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/cancer_cases_cut_by_healthy_dietThousands of cancer cases each year could be prevented by people cutting down on red meat and alcohol while upping their intake of fruit and vegetables, according to a new report. Thu, 26 Feb 2009 02:10:06 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/obesity_blamed_on_parents_fearsResearch has found that parents blame childhood obesity problems on the fact that they feel it is not safe to let their children play outdoors. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:44:39 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/fish_boosts_boys_intelligenceResearch has found that serving teenage boys a fish dinner at least once a week boosts their intelligence, irrespective of a good education. Mon, 09 Mar 2009 01:29:55 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/fat_panel_roasts_celebrity_chefsMeals high in saturated fat have earned celebrity chefs a three-star disapproval rating from The Fat Panel. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 01:55:33 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/exercise_is_best_pill_for_obesityExercise is the key to reducing the number of fat children found in one of the most deprived areas of Britain, according to experts. Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:25:16 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/enzyme_hope_for_obesity_preventionObesity, diabetes and heart disease could in the future be preventable conditions, thanks to new research which has uncovered a "fat controller" in the gut. Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:38:19 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/fish_cuts_prostate_cancer_riskEating oily fish like herring and mackerel could reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer by about 60 per cent, research suggests. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:08:18 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/obesity_drug_prescriptions_soarThe number of prescriptions for drugs to combat obesity has risen more than 25 times over the last 10 years, it has been revealed. Tue, 31 Mar 2009 03:52:58 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/fast_food_outlets_in_calorie_pledgeA raft of the UK's most fat-drenched fast food restaurants have signed up to a new Government-backed scheme which requires them to list the calorie content in their food. Mon, 06 Apr 2009 01:20:05 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/nhs_staff_told_to_watch_weightOverweight NHS staff are being told they should lose weight themselves before offering others advice on weight and nutrition. Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:31:29 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/devilish_brains_lead_to_junk_dietA "devilish" brain could be the reason for a lack of self-control among some dieters, according to new research. Fri, 01 May 2009 08:32:49 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/fish_and_nuts_good_for_the_eyesThe chances of developing an age-related eye disease can be cut by following a diet containing fish, nuts, and olive oil, according to a study. Tue, 12 May 2009 01:20:27 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/campaign_urges_scots_to_eat_more_fishThe Scottish Government has launched a campaign to get people eating more fish to make the most of its "health benefits". Fri, 15 May 2009 03:04:30 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/eat_healthy_for_80p_says_expertPeople do not need to break the bank to eat healthily, with five portions of fruit and vegetables a day costing as little as 80p, it has been revealed. Mon, 18 May 2009 12:36:51 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/cola_linked_to_irregular_heartbeatCola-lovers are being warned drinking large quantities of the product can lead to a number of health issues including an irregular heartbeat and bone weakness. Tue, 19 May 2009 11:53:13 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/food_salt_targets_tough_to_meetLowering the salt content of food to meet government targets will be difficult and detrimental to the taste of the product, food industry leaders said. Tue, 19 May 2009 11:53:13 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/men_should_follow_ancestors_dietMen should substitute pizzas and pies for smaller, healthier meals in kind with their ancestors' diet, according to a London doctor. Tue, 26 May 2009 12:53:39 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/advice_on_healthy_eating_ignoredHealthy-eating advice to help prevent cancer is being ignored because scientists keep changing their minds, the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) has found. Tue, 26 May 2009 02:13:30 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/home_food_healthier_for_infantsNew research has shown that infants who are fed healthy food prepared at home are more likely to grow up leaner than those who are given commercial baby products. Fri, 29 May 2009 09:25:43 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/tea_advert_misleading_watchdogThe Tetley tea company has been ordered not to broadcast an advertisement for green tea again in its current form after the advertising watchdog ruled it was misleading. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:09:53 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/diets_as_hard_as_quitting_smokingOver-eating is a form of addiction, according to two-thirds of GPs surveyed. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 01:21:24 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/carrots_cooked_whole_fight_cancerResearchers at Newcastle University have found "boiled-before-cut" carrots contain more anti-cancer properties than carrots cut before cooking. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 01:13:13 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/liposuction_in_city_costs_nhs_£6mNew figures from the NHS Information Centre have revealed that almost £6 million of health service money has been spent on liposuction for people in London in the past year. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 02:54:10 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/uk_teenager_loses_nearly_15st"Britain's Fattest Teenager" has lost almost 15st at a weight-loss camp in America, according to reports. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:18:14 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/aspects_of_mediterranean_diet_vitalSome parts of the long-heralded Mediterranean diet are more important than others in achieving health benefits, research has found. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:47:14 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/supermarket_salads_fat_food_shockShock news that some supermarket `healthy option` salads contain more calories and fat than a Big Mac and fries has been revealed by consumer group Which?. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:20:59 GMThttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Nutrition/chefs_compete_in_taste_buds_battleInfants and toddlers will soon be tucking into Michelin-star quality food as part of a scheme to introduce young taste buds to gourmet cuisine. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:48:49 GMT