TEHRAN (ANA)- Waist circumference is a stronger predictor of obesity-related cancer risk than BMI in men, but not in women, due to differences in fat distribution and metabolic activity.
TEHRAN (ANA)- A 30-year study found that plant-rich diets and low intake of ultra-processed foods significantly improve the odds of healthy aging, with AHEI and PHDI showing the strongest benefits.
TEHRAN (ANA)- Rodents fed a diet high in soluble fiber showed improved resistance to a microorganism that causes diarrhea and can be fatal in weakened individuals and researchers found that acetate plays a key role in regulating the immune response.
TEHRAN (ANA)- A study shows that food processing greatly affects the health value of plant-based foods, with some processing methods, like fermentation, preserving or enhancing beneficial compounds.
TEHRAN (ANA)- Exercising just one or two days a week can reduce the risk of death as much as regular weekly workouts, as long as it totals 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity.
TEHRAN (ANA)- A meta-analysis of previous studies indicates a positive effect, showing a reduced risk of certain cancers among coffee and tea drinkers.