sugar
Can mandatory policy schemes influence sugar consumption?
The findings suggest that while nutrition standards in schools could have an impact on sugar-sweetened beverage consumption.
Govt allows export of 2 million tonnes of sugar
Sugar mills owe Rs 13,899 crore to sugarcane growers as on March 21, according to official data.
Lindt eyes chocolate lovers in emerging markets
This positive trend is being fuelled by consumers' growing demand for quality and growing desire for chocolate with a high cocoa content.
Eating almonds, walnuts may help fight colon cancer: study
The results highlight the importance of emphasising dietary and life-style factors in colon cancer survivorship.
Sugar affects fertility
A recent study suggests a link between increased consumption of sugar and infertility.
Study finds eating carbs not linked to risk of PMS
Only one sugar, maltose, was linked to a 45 per cent increased risk for PMS among women who ate a lot of it.
Sweetened drinks may lower chances of pregnancy: study
Intake of energy drinks was related to even larger reductions in fertility, although the results were based on small numbers of consumers.
Frequent night shifts may up diabetes risk: study
The team also developed a genetic risk score for type 2 diabetes.
Sugar tax on soft drinks may up alcohol consumption: study
Increasing the price of sugar sweetened beverages has the potential to both increase and decrease the purchase of alcohol.
Drinking 100% fruit juice does not affect blood sugar levels
Eating right, exercising regularly and staying at a healthy weight are encouraged.