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Gut bacteria manipulation may offer a promising approach to managing inflammatory bowel disease

A growing body of research suggests that manipulating gut bacteria may offer a promising approach to managing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a chronic and debilitating condition affecting millions of people worldwide.

22 Apr 2024

Cruciferous vegetables may offer new hope for inflammatory bowel disease management

Study evaluates the role of cruciferous vegetables and their bioactive components in mitigating inflammatory bowel disease through in vitro, in vivo, and preliminary clinical investigations, suggesting a promising therapeutic avenue.

21 Apr 2024

The role of yogurt in diabetes and obesity prevention

The role of yogurt as a nutritious food in preventing and managing diabetes and obesity.

18 Apr 2024

DASH diet may lower the risk of cardiovascular disease in breast cancer survivors

A new paper in JNCI Cancer Spectrum, published by Oxford University Press, finds that following a healthy diet lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease in breast cancer survivors.

17 Apr 2024

Renaissance of "food as medicine" in modern clinical trials

Priya Venkatesan discusses in Nature Medicine how dietary interventions can prevent or delay diseases, highlighting the reemergence of "food as medicine" in modern clinical trials.

17 Apr 2024

Balancing diets: study reveals plant protein's impact on nutrient levels in Americans

Study examines how increasing plant protein intake affects nutritional adequacy in Americans, revealing shifts in vitamin and mineral sufficiency across age groups as plant-based diets become more prevalent.

15 Apr 2024

Moderate vitamin E, C, and β-carotene intake reduces type 2 diabetes risk

Researchers review the effect of vitamins C and E, as well as β-carotene, on the risk of type 2 diabetes.

15 Apr 2024

More than Mediterranean: Exploring and acknowledging the benefits of diverse cultural and nutritional heritages

How traditional diets followed by African, Asian, and Latin American communities are associated with diet quality and health.

15 Apr 2024

Addressing public health challenges through behavioral interventions

The concept of "One Health" – which emphasizes the relationship between human, animal, plant and environmental health – has been gaining ground in scientific discussions in recent years.

13 Apr 2024

Are we eating what's really good for us? New insights into macronutrients and chronic disease

Review explores the impact of macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats on health, emphasizing the need for precision in dietary guidance to manage and prevent chronic diseases effectively.

11 Apr 2024

Eating Mediterranean-style during pregnancy linked to healthier moms and babies

Systematic review and meta-analysis investigates the impact of the Mediterranean diet during pregnancy on perinatal health, showing significant benefits in reducing gestational diabetes and improving birth outcomes.

11 Apr 2024

Exploring the health secrets of cucurbits: A closer look at Cucumis and Momordica

Review investigates the health impacts of Cucumis and Momordica plants, emphasizing their potential in managing diabetes, inflammation, and cancer due to their rich bioactive compounds.

11 Apr 2024

Eating your way to less stress: Mediterranean diet linked to lower stress in Korean baby boomers

Study highlights a significant association between higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet and lower psychosocial stress levels among Korean baby boomers, suggesting dietary patterns as a modifiable risk factor for stress management in aging populations.

10 Apr 2024

The global quest for the right balance of sodium and potassium in the diet

Comprehensive review contrasts global dietary sodium and potassium guidelines with Japan's, emphasizing the need for culturally tailored dietary recommendations to combat non-communicable diseases effectively.

9 Apr 2024

Adherence to the EAT-Lancet diet reduces the risk of heart failure

Adherence to the EAT-Lancet diet, rich in plant-based foods, is associated with a reduced risk of heart failure, potentially mediated by specific plasma proteins, in a large population-based cohort study.

8 Apr 2024

Ultra-processed foods linked to higher glaucoma risk, study warns

Study finds a significant relationship between the highest intake of ultra-processed foods, especially sweets, and an increased risk of developing glaucoma among Spanish university graduates, highlighting the importance of dietary quality for ocular health.

8 Apr 2024

Dietary choices are linked to higher rates of preeclampsia among Latinas

For pregnant Latinas, food choices could reduce the risk of preeclampsia, a dangerous type of high blood pressure, and a diet based on cultural food preferences, rather than on U.S. government benchmarks, is more likely to help ward off the illness, a new study shows.

5 Apr 2024

Better diet can help prevent the development of dementia as people age

"Insights & Implications in Gerontology: The Vital Role of Nutrition in Brain Health," a new publication from the Gerontological Society of America, explores nutritional choices that have been shown to improve cognition and decrease the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia in older adults.

3 Apr 2024

Sweet truths and bitter pills: How free sugars affect human health

The current evidence about the effect of free sugars on health outcomes in humans, including mood, cognition, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity.

3 Apr 2024

Ketogenic diet can be a powerful aid in treating mental illness

For people living with serious mental illness like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, standard treatment with antipsychotic medications can be a double-edged sword.

1 Apr 2024

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Gut bacteria manipulation may offer a promising approach to managing inflammatory bowel disease

Cruciferous vegetables may offer new hope for inflammatory bowel disease management

The role of yogurt in diabetes and obesity prevention

DASH diet may lower the risk of cardiovascular disease in breast cancer survivors

Renaissance of "food as medicine" in modern clinical trials

Balancing diets: study reveals plant protein's impact on nutrient levels in Americans

Moderate vitamin E, C, and β-carotene intake reduces type 2 diabetes risk

More than Mediterranean: Exploring and acknowledging the benefits of diverse cultural and nutritional heritages

Addressing public health challenges through behavioral interventions

Are we eating what's really good for us? New insights into macronutrients and chronic disease

Eating Mediterranean-style during pregnancy linked to healthier moms and babies

Exploring the health secrets of cucurbits: A closer look at Cucumis and Momordica

Eating your way to less stress: Mediterranean diet linked to lower stress in Korean baby boomers

The global quest for the right balance of sodium and potassium in the diet

Adherence to the EAT-Lancet diet reduces the risk of heart failure

Ultra-processed foods linked to higher glaucoma risk, study warns

Dietary choices are linked to higher rates of preeclampsia among Latinas

Better diet can help prevent the development of dementia as people age

Sweet truths and bitter pills: How free sugars affect human health

Ketogenic diet can be a powerful aid in treating mental illness

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