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IOL News
11-07-2025
- Health
- IOL News
Low intake of ultra-processed foods regularly may raise diabetes, cancer risk
Ultra-processed foods Image: IANS Consumption of ultra-processed foods, even in moderation, is linked with measurable increases in risk for chronic diseases such as diabetes and cancers, according to research. The study showed that low but regular intake of processed meat, sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), and trans fatty acids (TFAs) can increase the risk of diseases like Type 2 diabetes, ischemic heart disease (IHD), and colorectal cancer. While the risks have long been known, systematic characterisation of the dose-response relationships between these foods and health outcomes is limited, said the researchers from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington. In the paper published in the journal Nature Medicine, the team showed that consumption of processed meat between 0.6 grams and 57 grams daily can raise the risk of type 2 diabetes by at least 11% compared with no consumption. For colorectal cancer, the risk was 7% higher for consumption between 0.78 grams per day and 55 grams per day. The relative risk of IHD was estimated at 1.15 at 50 grams per day intake. Further, an intake of sugar-sweetened beverage intake between 1.5 and 390 grams daily was found to raise the average risk of type 2 diabetes by 8 per cent. Intake between 0 and 365 grams per day was associated with a 2% higher average risk of IHD. 'The new analysis supports dietary guidelines to reduce the consumption of processed meat, sugar-sweetened beverages and trans-fatty acids, highlighting the need for a collaborative, meticulous health assessment framework for ultra-processed foods,' said the researchers in the paper. The findings showed that the risk increased continuously at every level of consumption, with the steepest increases occurring at low habitual intake, approximately equivalent to one serving or less daily. Several previous studies have linked ultra-processed foods, particularly processed meats, sugar-sweetened beverages, and trans fatty acids, with elevated chronic disease risks. Estimates suggest that diets high in processed meat contributed to nearly 300 000 deaths worldwide in 2021, while diets rich in sugar-sweetened beverages and trans fats accounted for millions of disability-adjusted life years. It is because processed meats preserved through smoking, curing, or chemical additives often contain compounds such as N-nitroso agents, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and heterocyclic amines, compounds implicated in tumour development, explained the researchers. SUNDAY TRIBUNE
Hans India
10-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Low intake of ultra-processed foods regularly may raise diabetes, cancer threats
Even in moderation, consumption of ultra-processed foods is linked with measurable increases in risk for chronic diseases such as diabetes and cancers, according to research. The study showed that low but regular intake of processed meat, sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), and trans fatty acids (TFAs) can increase the risk of diseases like Type 2 diabetes, ischemic heart disease (IHD), and colorectal cancer. While the risks have long been known, systematic characterisation of the dose-response relationships between these foods and health outcomes is limited, said the researchers from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington. In the paper published in the journal Nature Medicine, the team showed that consumption of processed meat between 0.6 grams and 57 grams daily can raise the risk of type 2 diabetes by at least 11 per cent compared with no consumption. For colorectal cancer, the risk was 7 per cent higher for consumption between 0.78 grams per day and 55 grams per day. The relative risk of IHD was estimated at 1.15 at 50 grams per day intake. Further, an intake of sugar-sweetened beverage intake between 1.5 and 390 grams daily was found to raise the average risk of type 2 diabetes by 8 per cent. Intake between 0 and 365 grams per day was associated with a 2 per cent higher average risk of IHD. 'The new analysis supports dietary guidelines to reduce the consumption of processed meat, sugar-sweetened beverages and trans-fatty acids -- highlighting the need for a collaborative, meticulous health assessment framework for ultra-processed foods,' said the researchers in the paper. The findings showed that the risk increased continuously at every level of consumption, with the steepest increases occurring at low habitual intake, approximately equivalent to one serving or less daily. Several previous studies have linked ultra-processed foods, particularly processed meats, sugar-sweetened beverages, and trans fatty acids, with elevated chronic disease risks. Estimates suggest that diets high in processed meat contributed to nearly 300,000 deaths worldwide in 2021, while diets rich in sugar-sweetened beverages and trans fats accounted for millions of disability-adjusted life years. It is because processed meats preserved through smoking, curing, or chemical additives often contain compounds such as N-nitroso agents, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and heterocyclic amines -- compounds implicated in tumour development, explained the researchers.
Hans India
09-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Low intake of ultra-processed foods regularly may raise diabetes, cancer risk
New Delhi: Even in moderation, consumption of ultra-processed foods is linked with measurable increases in risk for chronic diseases such as diabetes and cancers, according to research. The study showed that low but regular intake of processed meat, sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), and trans fatty acids (TFAs) can increase the risk of diseases like Type 2 diabetes, ischemic heart disease (IHD), and colorectal cancer. While the risks have long been known, systematic characterisation of the dose-response relationships between these foods and health outcomes is limited, said the researchers from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington. In the paper published in the journal Nature Medicine, the team showed that consumption of processed meat between 0.6 grams and 57 grams daily can raise the risk of type 2 diabetes by at least 11 per cent compared with no consumption. For colorectal cancer, the risk was 7 per cent higher for consumption between 0.78 grams per day and 55 grams per day. The relative risk of IHD was estimated at 1.15 at 50 grams per day intake. Further, an intake of sugar-sweetened beverage intake between 1.5 and 390 grams daily was found to raise the average risk of type 2 diabetes by 8 per cent. Intake between 0 and 365 grams per day was associated with a 2 per cent higher average risk of IHD. 'The new analysis supports dietary guidelines to reduce the consumption of processed meat, sugar-sweetened beverages and trans-fatty acids -- highlighting the need for a collaborative, meticulous health assessment framework for ultra-processed foods,' said the researchers in the paper. The findings showed that the risk increased continuously at every level of consumption, with the steepest increases occurring at low habitual intake, approximately equivalent to one serving or less daily. Several previous studies have linked ultra-processed foods, particularly processed meats, sugar-sweetened beverages, and trans fatty acids, with elevated chronic disease risks. Estimates suggest that diets high in processed meat contributed to nearly 300,000 deaths worldwide in 2021, while diets rich in sugar-sweetened beverages and trans fats accounted for millions of disability-adjusted life years. It is because processed meats preserved through smoking, curing, or chemical additives often contain compounds such as N-nitroso agents, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and heterocyclic amines -- compounds implicated in tumour development, explained the researchers.
Hindustan Times
03-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Delhi HC rules in favour of disability pension for soldiers, says ‘such denial is unacceptable'
Disability pension for armed forces personnel cannot be denied solely because the disability occurred while they were posted in a peace station, the Delhi high court has ruled, while emphasising that such denial is unacceptable as it 'not only undermines their service towards the nation, but also fails to acknowledge the effect of their demanding careers'. Representational image. A bench of justices Navin Chawla and Renu Bhatnagar, in a judgment on Wednesday, noted that the demanding nature of military life at peace stations, even in the absence of active conflict or challenges of hard area postings, can significantly impact the overall well-being of personnel and result in hypertension. 'Disability pension cannot be denied solely on the ground that the onset of the disability occurred while the personnel were posted at peace stations. It is disheartening that members of our armed forces are being denied disability pension solely on the aforementioned ground. This overlooks the continuous physical and mental stress faced by soldiers, regardless of their location,' the bench ruled in a verdict delivered on Tuesday. The 85-page ruling came in response to a batch of approximately 300 pleas filed by the Centre challenging the Armed Forces Tribunal's order holding them eligible for grant of disability pension on account of primary hypertension, ischaemic heart disease (IHD). In its petition, the Centre represented by Attorney General R Venkataramani asserted that none of the soldiers was eligible to be considered for disability pension since the review medical board had opined that the disease was noticed in a non field (peace) station and could thus neither be attributed to or aggravated by military service. The soldiers asserted that the medical board had failed to assign any specific or cogent reason for not considering the disability/disease as attributable to or aggravated by service. It was also argued that peace stations have their own constraints and disability is a cumulative effect of prolonged service related stress. In its ruling, the court also held that disability pension is not an act of generosity but a soldier's rightful acknowledgement of the sacrifice endured and is a measure upholding state's responsibility towards the soldiers. 'Disability pension is not an act of generosity, but a rightful and just acknowledgement of the sacrifices endured by them, which manifest in the form of disabilities/disorders suffered during the course of their military service. It is a measure that upholds the State's responsibility towards its soldiers, who have served the nation with courage and devotion,' the court maintained. Laying emphasis on the harsh and inhuman weather and conditions in which the armed forces personnel defend the nation, the bench held that it was the bounden duty of medical boards to assign well reasoned justification before concluding that the disability suffered cannot be said attributed to or aggravated by service conditions. 'It must always be kept in view that the Armed Forces personnel, in defending this great nation from external threats, have to perform their duties in the most harsh and inhuman weather and conditions, be it on far-flung corner of land, in terrains and atmosphere where limits of man's survival are tested, or in air or water, where again surviving each day is a challenge, away from the luxury of family life and comforts. It is, therefore, incumbent upon the RMB to furnish cogent and well-reasoned justification for their conclusions that the disease/disability suffered by the personnel cannot be said to be attributable to or aggravated by such service conditions,' the judgement emphasised. The high court ultimately dismissed the petitions, noting that the RMB failed to take note of their medical record, family history or identify the cause of disease, prior to arriving at the conclusion.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Joan Schwartz releases 'Divine Healing: Ancient Secrets of Our Ancestors'
New book bridges science and spirituality with the Integrated Healing Dynamics Method for self-guided mind-body-spirit healing RIVERTON, Utah, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- First-time author Joan Schwartz marks her entry into publishing with the release of "Divine Healing: Ancient Secrets of Our Ancestors" (published by Balboa Press). Blending ancient spiritual insight with contemporary scientific understanding, this book introduces the Integrated Healing Dynamics (IHD) Method — a holistic, accessible healing framework designed to awaken the innate power within every individual. Rooted in a vision that first appeared to her in 1988, Schwartz says the inspiration for "Divine Healing" came through higher guidance. "I had a revelation and saw the book from beginning to end," she recalls. "Later, I was given direction to write a healing book so that if people couldn't get a session or help from me, they could heal themselves." "Divine Healing: Ancient Secrets of Our Ancestors" is a complete healer's resource that empowers readers with the knowledge and techniques to realign their energy, awaken their body's natural healing systems, and cultivate peace, joy, and self-love. The IHD Method taught in the book is the culmination of a lifetime of spiritual dialogue and deep intuitive knowing. Through its simple, step-by-step exercises and guiding principles, readers are invited to remove the "mask" that blocks them from their true essence — and step into their divine right to healing. "Healing is not just about the body; it is about the mind and spirit too," the author reminds. From relieving physical pain to addressing emotional wounds and spiritual imbalances, "Divine Healing: Ancient Secrets of Our Ancestors" offers a practical roadmap to transformation. To get a copy and learn more, visit "Divine Healing: Ancient Secrets of Our Ancestors" By Joan Schwartz Hardcover | 6 x 9in | 836 pages | ISBN 9798765255186 Softcover | 6 x 9in | 836 pages | ISBN 9798765255162 E-Book | 836 pages | ISBN 9798765255179 Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble About the Author Joan Schwartz is a seasoned hypnotherapist and integrative healer with decades of experience in energy work, clinical hypnotherapy, and alternative healing. Her journey began in childhood with a deep sensitivity to unseen energies and was shaped by transformative life events, including a pivotal car accident in 1965 and a near-fatal brain hemorrhage. With a Ph.D. in Alternative Healing, Clinical Hypnotherapy and Philosophy, Schwartz blends science and spirituality to empower others in unlocking their healing potential. She is passionate about helping individuals live peaceful, fulfilling lives through self-discovery and holistic healing practices. Balboa Press, a division of Hay House, Inc. – a leading provider in publishing products that specialize in self-help and the mind, body, and spirit genres. Through an alliance with the worldwide self-publishing leader Author Solutions, LLC, authors benefit from the leadership of Hay House Publishing and the speed-to-market advantages of the self-publishing model. For more information, visit To start publishing your book with Balboa Press, call 844-682-1282 today. Media Contact Marketing Services, BalboaPress, 844-682-1282, pressreleases@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BalboaPress
