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How carnitine transporters boost reproductive health

Research uncovers the critical role of carnitine transporters in maintaining fertility by regulating energy metabolism and protecting reproductive cells from oxidative stress. It suggests new pathways for treating infertility through carnitine supplementation and targeted therapies.

6 Oct 2024

CheekAge: Next-gen epigenetic clock accurately predicts mortality risk

Researchers developed CheekAge, an epigenetic clock based on buccal cells, and found it predicted mortality risk with significant accuracy. This study validates CheekAge as a reliable aging biomarker, outperforming first-generation clocks.

6 Oct 2024

Greater bean and pulse intake linked to improved nutrient intake and diet quality in American adults

New research showing the association between greater bean and pulse consumption and improved shortfall nutrient intakes and a higher diet quality in American adults will be presented during the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (the Academy) Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) 2024 in Minneapolis, MN.

4 Oct 2024

Road and aircraft noise linked to elevated atrial fibrillation risk, study reveals

Findings indicate that transportation noise exposure is linked to atrial fibrillation, highlighting the role of environmental factors in cardiovascular health.

4 Oct 2024

How physical activity and diet impact sleep in adolescents

Researchers review the impact of physical activity and diet on the duration and quality of sleep among adolescents.

4 Oct 2024

New research highlights ultra-processed food consumption in young children

Toddlers in the UK obtain nearly half (47%) of their calories from ultra-processed foods (UPFs), and this rises to 59% by the age of seven, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.

4 Oct 2024

NIH supports research on non-opioid pain relief for oral cancer patients

The School of Dentistry at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) earned the first National Institutes of Health grant under its new Center for Pain Therapeutics and Addiction Research, addressing pain in patients with head and neck carcinoma.

4 Oct 2024

Could eating eggs prevent dementia?

Daily egg consumption may reduce the risk of dementia in older adults, but consuming more than two eggs daily or no eggs at all shows no significant benefit. More research is needed to explore the effects of egg consumption on cognitive health.

3 Oct 2024

Antioxidant-rich diet could help lower risk of infertility in women, new study suggests

The study reveals that increased antioxidant consumption may protect against infertility in women, addressing oxidative stress in reproductive disorders.

3 Oct 2024

Mediterranean diet significantly lowers heart failure risk, especially in women

Increased adherence to the Mediterranean diet significantly lowers the risk of heart failure, especially in women, according to a recent European meta-analysis. The diet's anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties are key to its protective effects.

3 Oct 2024

Ketogenic diet lowers mortality by 24% while maintaining heart health

Study confirms that adherence to a ketogenic diet reduces all-cause mortality risk by 24% without increasing cardiovascular mortality in a large US cohort. Findings support KD as a beneficial intervention for long-term health.

3 Oct 2024

How does a vegan diet in pregnancy affect mother and baby?

A systematic review explores the impact of a vegan diet on maternal and fetal outcomes, revealing mixed results on birth weight and nutrient intake, calling for further research.

2 Oct 2024

Plant polyphenols: The secret to living longer and healthy aging?

Plant polyphenols show promise in combating aging, supporting mitochondrial health and reducing inflammation, potentially improving quality of life for seniors.

2 Oct 2024

Time-restricted eating could offer health benefits to adults with metabolic syndrome

More than one-third of adults in the United States have metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that significantly raise a person's risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.

1 Oct 2024

Researchers uncover new disease-linked microbial species through pan-body microbiome analysis

Researchers in Germany conducted a pan-body microbiome analysis, uncovering new microbial species and potential therapies linked to diseases, with implications for diagnostic and therapeutic advancements.

1 Oct 2024

Experts propose a set of nutrition competencies for medical students and physician trainees

A professionally-diverse panel of medical and nutrition experts have proposed a set of recommended nutrition competencies for medical students and physician trainees.

30 Sep 2024

Regulating iron overload: Liraglutide's potential benefits

Researchers assess the role of liraglutide in regulating iron metabolism in a mouse model of hereditary hemochromatosis.

30 Sep 2024

The consumption of flavonoid-rich foods was associated with a reduced risk of NAFLD among middle-aged adults

Research indicates that high flavonoid intake is linked to a lower risk of NAFLD, with apples and tea showing significant protective effects on liver health.

30 Sep 2024

Owlstone Medical launches Breath Biopsy VOC Atlas® to unlock disease biomarkers in human breath

The Breath Biopsy VOC Atlas offers a comprehensive catalog of volatile organic compounds, enhancing understanding of breath biomarkers in health and disease.

From Owlstone Medical Ltd 30 Sep 2024

Study uncovers biological drivers of plasma proteins, offering new insights for disease biomarkers and drug discovery

Researchers mapped the biological influences on 4,775 plasma proteins, revealing the interplay of modifiable and non-modifiable factors, with key implications for disease biomarkers and drug targets.

30 Sep 2024

Diet News and Research

Latest Diet News and Research

How carnitine transporters boost reproductive health

CheekAge: Next-gen epigenetic clock accurately predicts mortality risk

Greater bean and pulse intake linked to improved nutrient intake and diet quality in American adults

Road and aircraft noise linked to elevated atrial fibrillation risk, study reveals

How physical activity and diet impact sleep in adolescents

New research highlights ultra-processed food consumption in young children

NIH supports research on non-opioid pain relief for oral cancer patients

Could eating eggs prevent dementia?

Antioxidant-rich diet could help lower risk of infertility in women, new study suggests

Mediterranean diet significantly lowers heart failure risk, especially in women

Ketogenic diet lowers mortality by 24% while maintaining heart health

How does a vegan diet in pregnancy affect mother and baby?

Plant polyphenols: The secret to living longer and healthy aging?

Time-restricted eating could offer health benefits to adults with metabolic syndrome

Researchers uncover new disease-linked microbial species through pan-body microbiome analysis

Experts propose a set of nutrition competencies for medical students and physician trainees

Regulating iron overload: Liraglutide's potential benefits

The consumption of flavonoid-rich foods was associated with a reduced risk of NAFLD among middle-aged adults

Owlstone Medical launches Breath Biopsy VOC Atlas® to unlock disease biomarkers in human breath

Study uncovers biological drivers of plasma proteins, offering new insights for disease biomarkers and drug discovery

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