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Research challenges the idea that ultra-processed foods are inherently the main cause of overeating and health issues, highlighting that perceptions and beliefs about food significantly influence eating behavior. The study suggests that focusing on food psychology and personalized approaches may be more effective than broad regulations or demonizing entire food categories based on processing alone.
Researchers at Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge are conducting a 5-year, $189 million study backed by the National Institutes of Health to determine the best diet for individuals. Around 10,000 people, including 1,200 from Louisiana, will have their diets tracked and their body responses measured to create a massive dataset for personalized diet advice. The study aims to develop tailored diets based on factors such as medical history, genes, and regional food availability, with the ultimate goal of providing customized diet recommendations akin to personalized medicine.
Doctors warn that blood sugar monitors, marketed as part of a personalized diet trend, are unnecessary for people without diabetes and could potentially lead to eating disorders due to an obsessive focus on numbers. The NHS national diabetes advisor cautioned against using the technology without a health reason, while an eating disorder charity emphasized the risk for those affected. Meanwhile, a new study has found that AI technology can detect Type 2 diabetes from voice audio, potentially revolutionizing diabetes screening methods.
Pennington Biomedical Research Center is leading a $189 million NIH-funded study involving 10,000 participants to determine personalized nutrition guidance by analyzing how individuals respond differently to foods. The study includes 500 people living at scientific facilities for six weeks, strictly following designed meals and undergoing extensive medical tests. Researchers aim to create algorithms that predict the effects of specific diets on individuals, ultimately providing more accurate and personalized nutrition guidance to help Americans adopt healthier eating habits.
The National Institutes of Health is conducting a large-scale diet study called Nutrition for Precision Health, aiming to understand how different individuals metabolize and respond to various diets. The study, part of the All of Us research program, seeks to develop machine-learning algorithms that can offer personalized diet plans to improve health. By collecting health and genetic data from 10,000 diverse adults, the study aims to provide tailored dietary advice based on factors such as genetics, medical conditions, sleep, exercise, and stress levels. Participants will receive free analyses of their metabolic health and can earn up to $6,200 for their involvement.