Visit these links for a round-up of nutrition news, information, and events from the past month. Note that any particular research finding is only one part of a large and complicated picture of a healthy diet. For general healthy eating information based on an expert analysis of nutrition research, visit ChooseMyPlate.gov. For individual diet questions, consult a registered dietitian or medical provider.
CDC: SCHOOLS AREN'T DOING ENOUGH TO TEACH KIDS ABOUT NUTRITION - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a new school health report highlighting the critical importance of teaching children about nutrition in schools. https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2019/12/05/CDC-Schools-arent-doing-enough-to-teach-kids-about-nutrition/9491574879196/?spt=su&ur3=1
EAT FOR 10 HOURS, FAST FOR 14. THIS DAILY HABIT PROMPTS WEIGHT LOSS, STUDY FINDS - A new study is adding to the research showing that intermittent fasting may have benefits. In this study, the eating pattern led to an reduction of 8.6% of daily calories, probably due to the limited time allowed for eating. https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2019/12/08/785142534/eat-for-10-hours-fast-for-14-this-daily-habit-prompts-weight-loss-study-finds?utm_campaign=storyshare&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social
AMERICA IS ABOUT TO EXPERIENCE A SUGAR SHORTAGE - Only around 70% of sugar beets that were planted in America were able to be harvested this fall. Consumers aren't likely to see many effects of the shortage, though, as imports will likely make up the difference. https://newfoodeconomy.org/sugar-shortage-beet-harvest-minnesota-north-dakota/