Dec 10, 2024 · WASHINGTON, D.C. — For the first time, the advisory committee tasked with making scientific recommendations for revising the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommended that the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines "include more nutrient-dense plant-based meal and dietary recommendation options,” prioritize plant-based protein over animal protein, …

Milk and other dairy products are the top source of saturated fat in the American diet, contributing to heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease.Studies have also linked dairy to an increased risk of breast, ovarian, and prostate cancers.

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Oct 1, 2024 · Washington, D.C. — A new survey shows that Americans’ attitudes toward experiments on animals have changed significantly in recent years, with the vast majority now favoring phasing out animal experiments in favor or other research methods.

Nov 6, 2024 · In an exciting development for drug development and patient care, the FDA has officially accepted the first submission of an organ-on-a-chip technology under its Innovative Science and Technology Approaches for New Drugs (ISTAND) Pilot Program. This significant milestone not only highlights the modernization of drug evaluation processes but also reflects …

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Building Healthy Communities is a global grassroots movement that brings people together to reimagine a healthier world. Launched nearly a decade ago, the initiative was born from a powerful call to action in the award-winning documentary PlantPure Nation—a spark that ignited a movement for change.. Now led by the Physicians Committee, Building Healthy Communities …

Carcinogens . Carcinogens occur naturally in chicken. In a Physicians Committee study compiled from independent laboratory tests, 100% of 100 grilled chicken samples from top restaurant chains in California contained PhIP, a federally recognized carcinogen that has been linked to breast, prostate, and other cancers. 1 PhIP forms naturally from substances found in tissue …

Most people following plant-based diets have no problem getting enough omega-3s in their diets. One study found that people who follow vegan diets, on average, have intakes above the recommended amounts for omega-3 fats. 2 When it comes to measuring omega-3 levels, the likelihood of having lower EPA and DHA levels among vegans is, on average, higher; …