Forget superfoods and play the field

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				09/20/10
			Forget Superfoods and Play the Field We all love to flip to or click on those lists of "superfoods" that crop up in magazines and on the Web. The idea that we can beat back aging and disease by focusing on a dozen or so turbocharged foods is appealing in its simplicity. But the latest research suggests that you're better off eating a wide variety of fruits and vegetables.

			Scientists analyzing data from the European Prospective Investigation into Nutrition and Cancer (EPIC) trial found that adults who ate the most vegetables had lower risks of cancer. No surprise there. But those who ate the greatest variety of vegetables also enjoyed lower cancer rates, even when they didn't eat as many servings of vegetables per day. And for anyone concerned about the carbon footprint of their dietary choices, a new index attempts to calculate how much nutrition various foods provide in relation to the carbon emissions they wind up generating. Some of the insights revealed by the Nutrient Density to Climate Impact index may surprise you. You'll find more about the NDCI index, along with other nutrition news and commentary, on the Nutrition Data Blog.
							White Mushrooms Although they're not particularly high in essential vitamins like C or A, white mushrooms still have potent antioxidant activity. For a complete nutritional analysis of white mushrooms and 10,000 other foods, click here.
			Nutrition Connection: Low Blood Pressure Those with high blood pressure are usually advised to limit salt. So should those with low blood pressure eat more salt? Find out on the Nutrition Data Blog. Food Facts: Snacks That Fill You Up Finding low-calorie snacks is one thing. Finding low-calorie snacks that really fill you up is another. To find out which snacks have the highest Fullness Factor™: Go to the Nutrition Data Blog. Food Safety Begins at Home The recent egg recall dominated the headlines for a week or more. But in terms of foodborne illness, your kitchen sponge is a far bigger threat. A few simple steps can keep you healthy. Read more on the Nutrition Data Blog.

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