Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Yeast-fermented bread shows promise in preventing asthma symptoms

The effects of a functional bread fermented with yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) in asthma prevention.

20 Jun 2024

Study reveals cognitive benefits of ketogenic diet in aged mice

The impact of cyclic ketogenic diet treatments in improving the age-related decline in brain function.

20 Jun 2024

Federal nutrition initiative can offer infant feeding support and counseling to disabled parents

Infant feeding, involving breastfeeding, formula feeding, and the introduction of solid foods, is crucial for parenting.

19 Jun 2024

Healthy diet mitigates type 2 diabetes risk across genetic profiles

A healthy diet that adheres to nutrition recommendations is associated with better blood glucose levels and a lower risk of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows.

19 Jun 2024

Austerity linked to nearly half-year drop in life expectancy in the UK

The government's austerity spending cuts cost the average person in the UK nearly half a year in life expectancy between 2010 and 2019, according to a new working paper published today (Wednesday, 19 June) by the London School of Economics and Political Science's (LSE) International Inequalities Institute and written by researchers at LSE and King's College London.

19 Jun 2024

Nuts can be part of a healthy weight loss plan, study shows

Whether they’re sprinkled on your morning cereal or kept for an afternoon snack, a handful of nuts could be the next best thing when it comes to weight loss.

19 Jun 2024

Oral semaglutide proves effective for type 2 diabetes and weight loss in Dutch study

A recent study from the PIONEER REAL Netherlands trial demonstrated that oral semaglutide effectively manages type 2 diabetes and supports weight loss in adults.

18 Jun 2024

New dietary recommendations for patients on latest anti-obesity medications like Ozempic

Researchers provide evidence-based suggestions for nutritional evaluation, treatment, and monitoring in patients taking anti-obesity medications (AOMs).

18 Jun 2024

Nanobody technology revolutionizes food allergy detection methods

Recent advancements show nanobodies from camelid antibodies excel in food allergen detection with superior stability, specificity, and cost-effectiveness. This innovative approach aims to improve accuracy and efficiency, crucial for preventing severe allergic reactions. The study highlights nanobodies' potential in reliable immunoassays, addressing rising food allergies and enhancing safety measures. Food allergies pose significant health risks, affecting millions worldwide, with the prevalence rising over the past decades.

18 Jun 2024

Processed foods dominate diets of Japanese children, threatening health

Researchers from the University of Tokyo performed the first study to quantify highly processed food consumption and to investigate its association with diet quality among Japanese children and adolescents.

17 Jun 2024

Innovative bread formulation shows promise in preventing asthma

Brazilian researchers have developed functional bread with the potential to prevent asthma, a respiratory disorder responsible for some 350,000 hospitalizations per year in the SUS (Sistema Único de Saúde), the nation's public healthcare network.

17 Jun 2024

Diet quality in America shows modest improvement from 1999 to 2020

Poor diet continues to take a toll on American adults. It's a major risk factor for obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers, and more than one million Americans die every year from diet-related diseases, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

17 Jun 2024

How ketone bodies contribute to brain health and memory preservation

The ketogenic diet has its fanatics and detractors among dieters, but either way, the diet has a scientifically documented impact on memory in mice.

17 Jun 2024

Research finds link between fatty foods and anxiety

When stressed out, many of us turn to junk food for solace. But new University of Colorado Boulder research suggests this strategy may backfire.

17 Jun 2024

Global Omega-3 Index map update reveals persistent data gaps and low levels

A study in Progress in Lipid Research updated the global Omega-3 Index map, revealing improvements in some regions but highlighting significant data gaps and low levels in many countries, stressing the need for global intervention.

16 Jun 2024

Study reveals the effects of protein-rich diets on the gut microbiome and overall health

New research has shed light on the effects of protein-rich diets on the gut microbiome and overall health. Despite the increasing protein intake in Western diets, especially among athletes and individuals with obesity, the fate of undigested protein and its impact on human health remains largely unknown.

16 Jun 2024