Diet News and Research

Latest Diet News and Research

Long-term low-dose cannabis reverses brain aging in mice

A low-dose long-term administration of cannabis can not only reverse aging processes in the brain, but also has an anti-aging effect.

22 Aug 2024

Egg consumption linked to slower cognitive decline in women

The effects of egg consumption on cognitive function in older adults.

22 Aug 2024

The role of soy in improving metabolic health

Pennington Biomedical Research Center's Dr. Candida Rebello wants to know more about the intersection of blood sugar levels and a diet rich in soy. This intersection is the primary focus of her new study, "Lifestyle Intervention for Improving Metabolic and Motivational Outcomes," or MOTIVATE, which explores how specific diets can impact blood sugar, and potentially improve mood and energy levels.

22 Aug 2024

Maintaining healthy weight could lower risk of immune-mediated skin diseases in kids

Childhood obesity can contribute to the development of common immune-mediated skin diseases (IMSDs), such as alopecia areata, atopic dermatitis, and psoriasis, new research finds.

21 Aug 2024

Understanding gluten's role in autoimmunity and inflammation

The interaction between humans and their environment, mediated by nutrition, plays a crucial role in regulating inflammatory responses.

21 Aug 2024

The role of the gut microbiota in multiple sclerosis: A scientometric analysis reveals key research trends

Researchers examine the relationship between gut microbiota and multiple sclerosis.

21 Aug 2024

Switching to a planet-friendly diet could slash global emissions by 17%

Researchers investigate the global distribution of dietary greenhouse gas emissions across 139 countries using household expenditure data.

21 Aug 2024

High-protein diets: How they affect weight, energy, and blood sugar levels

Researchers review the effects of dietary protein on energy intake, appetite, and postprandial glycemia.

21 Aug 2024

Fasting and ketogenic diet reveal new vulnerability of pancreatic tumors to existing cancer drug

Researchers examine the role of fasting and ketogenesis in regulating protein synthesis and its potential implications for cancer therapy.

21 Aug 2024

The role of the Mediterranean diet in cardiovascular disease prevention

Researchers perform an updated review of recent studies to evaluate the effectiveness of the Mediterranean Diet in preventing cardiovascular disease.

21 Aug 2024

Reassessing the Health Star Rating: New study highlights need for ultra-processed food adjustments

Researchers reassess the Australian and New Zealand Health Star Rating (HSR) given the increasing prevalence of ultra-processed foods.

21 Aug 2024

New risk prediction scale reveals elevated heart failure risk among American Indians

The incidence rate of heart failure was 2- to 3-fold higher among American Indian populations than rates observed in studies focused on other population groups, such as African American, Hispanic or white adults, in a new study published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.

21 Aug 2024