Search DrCarney.com
-
Dietary Carbohydrates, Fiber, Whole Grain and the Risk of Lung Cancer: Conclusions from the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial (PLCO)
Avid consumption of carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains may help hinder the development of cancerous cells and tumors in the lungs. This study analyzed the effect high dietary ingestion of carbohydrate-containing foods has on an...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/high-carbohydrate/dietary-carbohydrates-fiber-whole-grain-and-the-risk-of-lung-cancer-conclusions-from-the-prostate-lung-colorectal-and-ovarian-cancer-screening-trial-plco -
Association between dietary fiber and incident cases of colon polyps: the adventist health study
Low consumption of fiber-rich foods, such as vegetables and legumes, may put an individual on the path to developing colon polyps. Colon polyps are the precursor for colorectal cancer. This study compared the rate of occurrence of colon polyps between...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/high-fiber/association-between-dietary-fiber-and-incident-cases-of-colon-polyps-the-adventist-health-study -
Associations between fruit, vegetable and legume intakes and prostate cancer risk: results from the prospective Supplémentation en Vitamines et Minéraux Antioxydants (SU.VI.MAX) cohort.
Fondness for legumes may help halt the development of prostate cancer. This study determined the role fruits, vegetables, and legumes play in the prevention of prostate cancer. Researchers analyzed data from 3,313 men who responded to questionnaires...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/beans-legumes/associations-between-fruit-vegetable-and-legume-intakes-and-prostate-cancer-risk-results-from-the-prospective-supplementation-en-vitamines-et-mineraux-antioxydants-su-vi-max-cohort -
Dietary Fibre Intake in Relation to the Risk of Incident Chronic Kidney Disease
with significant protection against chronic kidney disease. This study determined the role high fiber foods, such as vegetables and legumes, play in the prevention of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers analyzed the eating habits and incidence...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/high-fiber/dietary-fibre-intake-in-relation-to-the-risk-of-incident-chronic-kidney-disease -
Dietary fiber intake, depression, and anxiety: a systematic review and meta-analysis of epidemiologic studies
a high tendency to keep depression at bay. This study sought to investigate on the intake of fiber-rich foods, such as vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, in relation to the occurrence of depression by means of a meta-analysis. Data extracted from 18...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/disease-conditions/mental-health/depression/dietary-fiber-intake-depression-and-anxiety-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis-of-epidemiologic-studies -
Meat = Higher Obesity & Chronic Disease Rates
Everywhere we look, we are confronted with the outcomes of recent studies which tout the benefits of low-carb high-protein diets, saturated animal fats, coconut oil...and the list goes on. Because of this, we thought it would be helpful to start...
https://www.drcarney.com/blog/science-inspired/meat-higher-obesity-chronic-disease-rates -
Colorectal Cancer Rising in Young Adults
A study published in JAMA Surgery documents a dramatic increase of colon and rectal cancer (CRC) among younger adults. Researchers at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center predict that based on current trends, by 2030 the incidence rates of...
https://www.drcarney.com/blog/health-issues/colorectal-cancer-rising-in-young-adults -
Fruit and vegetable consumption with risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm.
diets may have a low tendency of developing abdominal aortic aneurysm. This study aimed to determine the role fruits and vegetables play in the prevention of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). Researchers collected and reviewed data on the fruit and...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/fruits/fruit-and-vegetable-consumption-with-risk-of-abdominal-aortic-aneurysm -
Eat Plant Foods to Reduce Dementia Risk
Every 3 seconds , someone in the world develops dementia. In the United States, between 4 to 5 million people are suffering from dementia. A 2016 study that investigated the relationship between dementia and mortality risk suggests that this brain...
https://www.drcarney.com/blog/condition-related/eat-plant-foods-to-reduce-dementia-risk -
Associations between fruit and vegetable intakes and incident depression in middle-aged and older adults from 10 diverse international longitudinal cohorts
and elderly men and women. This study estimated the odds of depression based on the frequency of consumption fruits and vegetables. A total of 7,801 middle-aged and elderly men and women enrolled for this study and reported symptoms of depression and...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/disease-conditions/mental-health/depression/associations-between-fruit-and-vegetable-intakes-and-incident-depression-in-middle-aged-and-older-adults-from-10-diverse-international-longitudinal-cohorts -
The Healthiest Diet on the Planet: Why the Foods You Love-Pizza, Pancakes, Potatoes, Pasta, and More-Are the Solution to Preventing Disease and Looking and Feeling Your Best
The Healthiest Diet on the Planet helps us reclaim our health by enjoying nutritious starches, vegetables, and fruits. McDougall takes on the propaganda machines pushing dangerous, high-fat fad diets and cuts through the smoke and mirrors of the diet...
https://www.drcarney.com/shop/amazon-storefront/books/cookbooks/the-healthiest-diet-on-the-planet-why-the-foods-you-love-pizza-pancakes-potatoes-pasta-and-more-are-the-solution-to-preventing-disease-and-looking-and-feeling-your-best -
Want Glowing Skin? Eat lots of Fruits & Veggies!
When someone truly feels great, they radiate well-being from their skin. It's called a "healthy glow," and we'd all like to have it. That's one reason why tanning became so popular; people are trying to achieve that "glow." I can tell you the secret of...
https://www.drcarney.com/blog/health-issues/want-glowing-skin-eat-lots-of-fruits-veggies -
Vegetable and Fruit Intake Variety and Cardiovascular Health and Mortality: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies
chronic diseases. This study evaluated the correlation between eating a diet filled with different types of fruits and vegetables and the propensity of developing and dying from cardiovascular ailments and other diseases. Researchers utilized dietary...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/fruits/vegetable-and-fruit-intake-variety-and-cardiovascular-health-and-mortality-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis-of-observational-studies -
Midlife Fruit and Vegetable Consumption and Risk of Dementia in Later Life in Swedish Twins
intake of fruits and vegetable during midlife. This study seeks to investigate whether consistent ingestion of fruits and vegetables in midlife can influence the risk of suffering from dementia in older adults. Researchers assessed the dietary patterns...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/fruits/midlife-fruit-and-vegetable-consumption-and-risk-of-dementia-in-later-life-in-swedish-twins -
Allium vegetable intake and risk of acute myocardial infarction in Italy.
may make myocardial infarction less likely to occur. This study assessed the correlation between the intake of allium vegetables, such as onions and garlic, and the incidence of myocardial infarction in Italy. Researchers compared the diets of 730...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/vegetables/allium-vegetables/allium-vegetable-intake-and-risk-of-acute-myocardial-infarction-in-italy -
High-fiber Diets Best for Avoiding Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis, a form of arthritis, is one of the leading causes of disability among adults in the United States. It is the most common joint disorder in the United States, with about 31 million adults estimated to be suffering from Osteoarthritis,...
https://www.drcarney.com/blog/science-inspired/high-fiber-diets-best-for-avoiding-osteoarthritis -
Greater Fruit Intake Was Associated With Better Bone Mineral Status Among Chinese Elderly Men and Women: Results of Hong Kong Mr. Os and Ms. Os Studies
of fruits may help strengthen the bones of elderly individuals. This study examined dietary intake of fruits and vegetables and its impact on the bone health of elderly Chinese men and women. Researchers monitored the diets and bone mineral density of...
https://www.drcarney.com/science/lifestyle-choices/fruits/greater-fruit-intake-was-associated-with-better-bone-mineral-status-among-chinese-elderly-men-and-women-results-of-hong-kong-mr-os-and-ms-os-studies -
Which has More Protein? Steak or Kale?
Eliminating nutrient-deficient foods from our kitchen is a good way to begin making the transition to a health-supporting diet, but we must not stop there. In order to achieve optimal health, we must also replace those foods with whole, nutrient-dense,...
https://www.drcarney.com/blog/science-inspired/which-has-more-protein-steak-or-kale -
What is Diverticulosis and What Causes it?
Diverticular disease is one of the most prevalent conditions in Western society which involves outpatient visits and hospitalizations . More than 100,000 Americans are hospitalized every year for this preventable condition. In some cases, a patient may...
https://www.drcarney.com/articles/what-is-diverticulosis-and-what-causes-it -
Will my children get enough calcium on a Starch-Smart® diet?
A Starch-Smart® diet supplies adequate levels of calcium for growing children and can be started as soon as solid food is introduced. A well planned, Starch-Smart® diet provides optimal nutrition and powerful protection against childhood illness and...
https://www.drcarney.com/faq/children-s-health-questions/will-my-children-get-enough-calcium-on-a-starch-smart-diet
