Diet and Nutrition

Reports outline diet and nutrition study results from Johns Hopkins University

Published in Health and Medicine Week, November 22nd, 2010

New research, 'Something fishy' News media presentation of complex health issues related to fish consumption guidelines,' is the subject of a report. "The news media are an important source of dietary information. Understanding news content, particularly the portrayal of risks and benefits of certain foods, is relevant for effective public health communication," scientists in the United States report.

"Fish consumption may reduce risk for CVD and aid neonatal development, but recent work shows public confusion about the benefits of fish, challenged by the evidence of mercury and other contaminants in fish. We present an analysis of the messages about fish in US news...

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Source: Health and Medicine Week (2010-11-22)

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