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Inflammation in early adulthood may be linked to memory and thinking problems at middle age

Having higher levels of inflammation in your 20s and 30s may be linked to having memory and thinking problems at middle age, according to a study published in the July 3, 2024, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

3 Jul 2024

White blood cell type identified as important contributor to inflammation in obesity

Researchers explored neutrophil involvement in visceral adipose tissue (VAT) inflammation in obesity.

3 Jul 2024

New hope for solid tumors with enhanced CAR-T cells

A promising therapy that treats blood cancers by harnessing the power of the immune system to target and destroy cancer cells could now treat solid tumors more efficiently. Thanks to a recent study published in Molecular Therapy – Methods & Clinical Development from Dan Cappabianca and Krishanu Saha at the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery, Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy can be improved by altering the conditions the T cells are grown in. And it was all discovered by chance.

3 Jul 2024

Mediterranean diet linked to enhanced longevity, reduced cardiovascular mortality in cancer survivors

The Mediterranean Diet is a powerful ally for health even after a cancer diagnosis. This is the key result of an Italian study carried out as part of the UMBERTO Project, conducted by the Joint Research Platform Umberto Veronesi Foundation - Department of Epidemiology and Prevention of the I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed of Pozzilli, in collaboration with the LUM "Giuseppe Degennaro" University of Casamassima (BA).

2 Jul 2024

Study links vegetable protein to delayed puberty through gut microbiome changes

A large Chinese study found that high vegetable protein intake is linked to later puberty timing and beneficial gut microbiome changes in children, while high animal protein intake is associated with earlier puberty. The gut microbiome mediates these effects.

2 Jul 2024

TRPC5 gene identified as a diagnostic marker of obesity and postpartum depression

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, the University of Cambridge and collaborating institutions have discovered that alterations in the human gene TRPC5 cause obesity and postpartum depression.

2 Jul 2024

Study reveals refined carbs heighten inflammation and cardiovascular risk

A study in Nutrients journal finds that both the quantity and quality of carbohydrates impact inflammation and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Higher refined carbohydrate intake is linked to greater inflammation and CVD, emphasizing the need for personalized dietary recommendations.

2 Jul 2024

Limiting ultra-processed foods does not necessarily make for a healthy diet

A new study demonstrates that eating primarily minimally processed foods, as they are defined by the NOVA classification system, does not automatically make for a healthy diet, suggesting that the types of foods we eat may matter more than the level of processing used to make them.

2 Jul 2024

From Africa to Eurasia: Genetic insights into human migration and cold adaptation

"Who are we and where do we come from?" This quintessential question has intrigued humanity for millennia.

2 Jul 2024

Children consuming more isoflavones from soy foods exhibit better thinking abilities and attention

A new study found that school-aged children who consumed more isoflavones from soy foods exhibited better thinking abilities and attention.

2 Jul 2024

Research paves the way for tailored diets based on individual responses to macronutrients

When it comes to managing blood sugar levels, most people think about counting carbs. But new research from the University of British Columbia shows that, for some, it may be just as important to consider the proteins and fats in their diet.

2 Jul 2024

What drives Gen Z to embrace plant-based diets?

A study on Gen Z university students in Greece, India, and the UK reveals that attitudes, knowledge of healthy eating, meal preparation involvement, and perceived barriers significantly influence their willingness to adopt plant-based diets, highlighting opportunities and challenges in promoting sustainable food choices.

2 Jul 2024

Living well is the best medicine: Study links healthy habits to lower mortality in hypertensive individuals

Researchers found that higher cardiovascular health scores, defined by Life’s Essential 8 (LE8), are associated with lower mortality risks in hypertensive individuals. Comprehensive lifestyle modifications could significantly benefit those with hypertension.

2 Jul 2024

Youth and midlife diet quality linked to better brain health in later years

Eating a high-quality diet in youth and middle age could help keep your brain functioning well in your senior years, according to new preliminary findings from a study that used data collected from over 3,000 people followed for nearly seven decades.

1 Jul 2024

Milling and baking slash nutrient levels in wheat flour, new research shows

What does whole wheat have that refined flour lacks? A new study reveals key differences in nutrient content along with exactly where nutrients are lost -; and sometimes gained -; along the journey from farm to table.

1 Jul 2024

Medically tailored meals show promise for reducing healthcare costs

According to new research looking at every U.S. state, programs that deliver medically tailored meals (MTMs) to people with diet-sensitive conditions such as diabetes and heart disease along with limitations in the ability to perform daily activities could lead to substantial savings in healthcare costs.

1 Jul 2024