Sandee LaMotte
Sandee LaMotte is a health journalist and editor for CNN. She has written extensively on various health topics including Alzheimer's disease, healthy living, and food safety. Her work often focuses on the latest research and trends in these areas.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
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Deceptions
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- The article states that one liter of water contained an average of 240,000 plastic particles but does not provide any evidence to support this claim.
Recent Articles
New Studies Question the Assumption that Minimally Processed Foods are Healthier than Ultra-Processed Ones
Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024New studies challenge the assumption that limiting ultra-processed foods leads to a healthier lifestyle. Contrary to popular belief, less-processed diets can be more expensive and have a shorter shelf life without providing additional nutritional value. A long-term study found that consuming higher levels of ultraprocessed food may shorten lifespans by up to 15%. Diet soft drinks were identified as a major contributor. 
Walking Regularly: A Simple and Effective Solution to Prevent and Alleviate Lower Back Pain
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024Walking regularly for 30 minutes, five times a week can help prevent and manage lower back pain by reducing the risk of recurrence and improving overall health. A study at Macquarie University found that walking offers numerous benefits, including improved cardiovascular fitness, enhanced mood, and reduced stress levels. 
US Diet Improving but Still Suboptimal for Over a Third of Adults: Study Highlights Persisting Disparities
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024A Tufts University study published in Annals of Internal Medicine reveals that while the average US diet has improved from 1999 to 2020, over a third of adults still have poor diet quality. Disparities exist among demographics including income, age, and health insurance. The study found reductions in sugar intake and greater consumption of nuts, whole grains, poultry, cheese and eggs. However, disparities persist for socioeconomically vulnerable populations. 
New Study: Following Planetary Health Diet Linked to Lower Rates of Premature Death and Environmental Sustainability
Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024New study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reveals that following the Planetary Health Diet, which emphasizes plant-based foods and modest meat and dairy consumption, can lower premature death rates from chronic diseases by 30% while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 29%. Adherence to this diet also decreases cropland use by 51% and fertilizer needs by 21%. Key components include vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, legumes, and unsaturated plant oils. The study underscores the connection between human and planetary health. 
New Study: Ultra-Processed Plant-Based Foods Linked to Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases and Early Death
Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024A new study in The Lancet Regional Health Europe reveals that ultra-processed plant-based foods, such as meat substitutes and pastries, increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases and early death by 5% to 13%. Replacing these with fresh, frozen, or minimally processed plants reduces the risk by 7% for cardiovascular disease and 13% for heart disease-related deaths. 
New Study: Following the Planetary Health Diet Linked to Lower Risk of Death and Environmental Sustainability
Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024A new study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition links the Planetary Health Diet, which emphasizes plant-based protein and reduces animal-based sources and added sugars, to a lower risk of dying from various diseases. Following this diet also has environmental benefits by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and land use. The diet suggests half your plate be fruits and vegetables, with the other half whole grains or plant protein. Transitioning to this diet could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 49% and cropland use by 51%. Eating a planet-friendly diet rich in whole plant foods reduces risk of premature death while contributing to a sustainable food system. 
Lifestyle Changes: A Promising Alternative to Pharmaceutical Interventions for Alzheimer's Disease
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024Recent studies suggest intensive lifestyle changes, including a Mediterranean diet, regular exercise, stress reduction techniques, and good sleep hygiene, can lead to significant improvements in cognition and function for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment. These interventions may slow down the progression of Alzheimer's and potentially reduce the risk of developing it. Adopting these habits could be an effective alternative or complementary approach to pharmaceutical interventions. 
New Study Links Xylitol, a Common Sugar Substitute, to Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Events
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024New research from the European Heart Journal reveals that higher levels of xylitol, a common sugar substitute found in sugar-free products, are linked to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. The Cleveland Clinic study discovered that those with the highest circulating xylitol levels had a third higher risk of cardiovascular events within three years. Xylitol is marketed as natural but can be found in processed foods and oral products like toothpaste, and preclinical testing showed it causes platelets to clot more readily. New Study: Adhering to Mediterranean Diet Linked to 23% Lower Risk of Death for Women
Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024A recent study in JAMA Network Open found that women who followed the Mediterranean diet had a 23% lower risk of death from any cause, due to improved cardiometabolic risk factors. Over 25 years, data from 25,315 healthy women in the Women's Health Study supported this finding. 
New Study: Mediterranean Diet Linked to 23% Reduced Risk of Early Death for Women
Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024New studies reveal that closely following the Mediterranean diet, known for its emphasis on plant-based foods, healthy fats, and moderate fish consumption, can significantly reduce all-cause mortality by 23% for women. Benefits include a 17% decrease in cancer mortality and a 20% reduction in cardiovascular disease mortality. The diet's benefits come from improved heart health, reduced inflammation, enhanced cognitive function, and more.
