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Eating your greens could trump genetics in fighting fatty liver disease, new study suggests

A recent longitudinal study using data from the U.K. Biobank explores the interplay between plant-based diets and genetic predisposition in affecting the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The study finds that a higher consumption of healthful plant-based foods can mitigate the risk of NAFLD, even in individuals with genetic susceptibility, while unhealthful plant-based foods increase the risk.

19 Sep 2023

How your sugar fix affects your vitamins: Surprising link between added sugar and nutrient intake

Study examines the relationship between added sugar intake from various beverages and nutrient adequacy in U.S. adults, revealing that higher added sugar from soft drinks is linked to inadequate nutrient intake. In contrast, added sugar from fruit drinks, flavored milk, and other dietary sources may help meet nutrient adequacy goals.

11 Sep 2023

Exploring the anti-cancer potential of dark tea

The potential of dark tea in cancer prevention and management.

11 Sep 2023

UTSA researchers study the mechanism of action of Sweet Annie's medicinal compounds

Vibrant green leaves sprout from tall fragrant plants sitting neatly in two rows of terracotta pots in Valerie Sponsel's UTSA biology laboratory.

8 Sep 2023

Theabrownin from dark tea may have the potential to treat insulin resistance

The effects of theabrownin (TB) from dark tea treatment on insulin resistance (IR).

8 Sep 2023

Does caffeine interact with genetic risk factors for Parkinson's disease in Asians?

The interaction of caffeine with Leucine rich repeat kinase 2 (LRRK2) genetic risk variants in Asians.

8 Sep 2023

Study: Almost 10% of Americans are sensitive to one of the top five most reactive superfoods

New research has revealed that almost 30 million Americans are sensitive to some of the most common nutrient-rich foods, including chia seeds, cranberries and green tea, as the superfood movement continues.

4 Sep 2023

Are mushrooms an effective early dietary intervention for Alzheimer’s Disease?

In a study published in the journal Foods, researchers reviewed available literature on the potential anti-Alzheimer's disease properties of mushrooms.

9 Aug 2023

The green tea effect: From gut microbes to weight loss, new insights emerge

The impact of green tea and its functional components on body weight and gut microbiota regulation.

8 Aug 2023

Small randomized controlled trial finds kombucha decreased fasting blood glucose in individuals with type 2 diabetes

A recent study evaluated the anti-hyperglycemic effects of kombucha tea in diabetic adults.

3 Aug 2023

The impact of medicinal plants on the gut microbiome in cancer

Researchers evaluate the associations between medicinal plants, the gut microbiome, and cancer.

2 Aug 2023

Kombucha may help lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes

People with type-II diabetes who drank the fermented tea drink kombucha for four weeks had lower fasting blood glucose levels compared to when they consumed a similar-tasting placebo beverage, according to results from a clinical trial conducted by researchers at Georgetown University's School of Health, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and MedStar Health.

1 Aug 2023

The role of diet in the management of retinal vein occlusion

Researchers investigate the potential impact of dietary habits on retinal vein occlusion.

27 Jul 2023

Study explores the effectiveness of caffeine consumption for headaches: trigger or remedy?

Caffeine has a dual role in headaches as it can induces or remediate them.

20 Jul 2023

An evaluation of the main nanotechnology approaches to improve the therapeutic potential of polyphenols against cancer

Researchers comprehensively evaluated all nanotechnology-based approaches.

18 Jul 2023

Green tea compound may offer new treatment option for uterine fibroids

In a pre-clinical, proof-of-concept study from Johns Hopkins Medicine, researchers found that epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a green tea compound with powerful antioxidant properties, could be promising for both treating and preventing uterine fibroids.

13 Jul 2023

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Eating your greens could trump genetics in fighting fatty liver disease, new study suggests

How your sugar fix affects your vitamins: Surprising link between added sugar and nutrient intake

Exploring the anti-cancer potential of dark tea

UTSA researchers study the mechanism of action of Sweet Annie's medicinal compounds

Theabrownin from dark tea may have the potential to treat insulin resistance

Does caffeine interact with genetic risk factors for Parkinson's disease in Asians?

Study: Almost 10% of Americans are sensitive to one of the top five most reactive superfoods

Are mushrooms an effective early dietary intervention for Alzheimer’s Disease?

The green tea effect: From gut microbes to weight loss, new insights emerge

Small randomized controlled trial finds kombucha decreased fasting blood glucose in individuals with type 2 diabetes

The impact of medicinal plants on the gut microbiome in cancer

Kombucha may help lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes

The role of diet in the management of retinal vein occlusion

Study explores the effectiveness of caffeine consumption for headaches: trigger or remedy?

An evaluation of the main nanotechnology approaches to improve the therapeutic potential of polyphenols against cancer

Green tea compound may offer new treatment option for uterine fibroids

AI-enhanced companion robots may help alleviate the loneliness epidemic in future

What effect does honey have on human health?

Unveiling the link: gut microbiome, diet, and SARS-CoV-2 infections

Indoor concentrations of benzene from flames of gas stoves can be worse than secondhand smoke

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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