Sentences with phrase «despite knowing the health benefits»

Despite the known health benefits of breast - feeding, only 19 percent of black women are still breast - feeding at six months after giving birth, compared with 31 percent of white women, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services» «Blueprint for Action on Breast - Feeding,» which urges women to breast - feed for a full year.

«Despite their known health benefits, only 13 per cent of Canadians eat pulses on any given day and most do not eat the full serving,» Dr. de Souza said.

Dr. Sievenpiper said that despite their known health benefits, only 13 per cent of Canadians eat pulses on any given day and most do not eat a full serving, which is 130 grams or 3/4 cup.

Despite knowing the health benefits of working out, behavior expert Michelle Segar, PhD, says humans are wired to seek instant gratification.

Not exact matches

Papaya is known for its health benefits, which is why many people despite not being a big fan of this fruit, prefer to have it for breakfast Green or raw papaya is a rich source of fibre and vitamins.

The author, Rooja Sooben from the Centre for Learning Disability Studies at the University of Hertfordshire, says despite compelling evidence about the health benefits of breastfeeding, little is known about the experiences of mothers of infants with Down's syndrome.

But, despite what the headlines say, I know our research has the potential to provide significant public health benefits.»

Despite knowing the great health benefits of green vegetables, getting children (and sometimes even adults!)

A 2011 BPS report said: «In short, despite well ‑ known benefits, only a minority of people in industrialised countries are sufficiently physically active to have a beneficial effect on their health.»