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Cracking the code: How egg consumption and genetics team up to affect heart disease risk

Egg consumption and genetic factors synergistically increase the risk of coronary artery disease, according to a large prospective study. The findings may lead to personalized dietary guidelines for those at greater genetic risk for heart disease.

16 Oct 2023

Cultivating strength: How yogurt boosts skeletal muscle health

This comprehensive review in Nutrients explores yogurt as a protein source, highlighting its beneficial effects on skeletal muscle health and digestibility compared to milk. The study suggests that yogurt not only aids in muscle protein synthesis but could also be advantageous in maintaining muscle mass during weight loss programs.

16 Oct 2023

Falling folate levels sound alarm for urgent UK food fortification

A study from the University of Cambridge used UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey data from 2008-2019 to examine folate levels, particularly in females of reproductive age. The study found a significant decline in both RBC and serum folate concentrations across all age groups, emphasizing the need for mandatory folic acid fortification in the UK.

16 Oct 2023

Are all fats equal in heart disease risk? New veteran study suggests not

The study examines how specific types of fatty acids, rather than generalized fat categories, influence the risk of cardiovascular diseases in U.S. veterans. It finds that saturated and trans fats increase risk, while certain unsaturated fats may offer protective benefits, underscoring the need for more nuanced dietary guidelines.

16 Oct 2023

Microplastics in preschoolers: Investigating exposure, diet, and gut microbiota

Microplastic (MP) concentrations in the feces of preschoolers.

16 Oct 2023

Balancing nutritional needs in children: Study highlights risks in plant-based and meat-based diets

The nutritional status of children and adolescents consuming plant-based diets compared to meat-containing diets.

16 Oct 2023

New TB treatments tackle the disease without wrecking your microbiome

Researchers in a study published in The Lancet Microbe examined how various tuberculosis treatment regimens affect the respiratory microbiome. They found that certain treatments control tuberculosis effectively while minimally impacting the diversity and health of the respiratory microbiome.

15 Oct 2023

Shaking things up: Whole-body vibrations rev up metabolism in young men

This study found that repeated sessions of whole-body vibration significantly increased the resting metabolic rate in healthy young men. The results suggest potential applications of whole-body vibration in addressing metabolic health issues, such as obesity.

15 Oct 2023

Supercharge your kale juice: Fermentation ramps up antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powers

Fermenting kale juice with Limosilactobacillus strains boosts its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, according to a new study in the journal Antioxidants. The research suggests that this bacteria-enhanced juice could offer enhanced health benefits, including elevated levels of beneficial phytonutrients like quercetin and kaempferol.

15 Oct 2023

Parents alone can tackle childhood obesity just as effectively as whole-family interventions, new study shows

The study published in the International Journal of Obesity systematically reviews the effectiveness of parent-only group-based interventions for managing childhood obesity and related health behaviors. It concludes that parent-only programs are similarly effective to family-focused interventions in improving a child's weight and BMI, but highlights challenges like higher dropout rates and the need for strong family support.

15 Oct 2023

Diet drinks may affect blood sugar levels, insulin resistance and gut microbiome

‘Full fat’ sugary drinks such as colas increase the risk of obesity and are generally off-limits for diabetics.

14 Oct 2023

Experts call for action as male infertility increases worldwide

Infertility now affects one in six couples of reproductive age according to the World Health Organisation. About half the time, it originates from men.

13 Oct 2023

Hackensack University Medical Center establishes new Center for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health

Hackensack University Medical Center has established the Center for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health, an integrated program to help people who have struggled to lose weight to achieve and maintain their weight loss goals.

13 Oct 2023

Are migraines linked to gut health and chronic non-communicable diseases?

The Links Between Migraines, Gut Health, and Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases (CNCDs).

13 Oct 2023

Ketogenic diets found to slash migraine frequency and fatigue in new study

Italian researchers find that ketogenic diets not only reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines but also significantly alleviate fatigue in sufferers. The study opens new doors for alternative, diet-based therapies for chronic and high-frequency episodic migraineurs.

12 Oct 2023

Early pregnancy obesity linked to heart risks and complicated births

Study reveals a significant link between obesity in early pregnancy and adverse pregnancy outcomes, which in turn are associated with elevated cardiovascular disease risk later in life. The findings suggest the importance of early interventions to mitigate long-term health risks.

12 Oct 2023

What's on the menu for elite soccer players? Study reveals dietary habits vary by gender and competition level

Recent study reveals that the dietary habits of elite soccer players are influenced by their competitive levels and gender, with males favoring carbs and females leaning towards lean meats. The findings highlight the need for tailored nutritional guidance to optimize performance and health.

11 Oct 2023

Study identifies pathways explaining racial/ethnic and socio-economic disparities in dementia

A new research paper was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 18, entitled, "Pathways explaining racial/ethnic and socio-economic disparities in dementia incidence: the UK Biobank study."

11 Oct 2023

Study sheds light on genetic influences on fatty acid use in minority populations

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have obtained new insights into how African-American and Hispanic-American people's genes influence their ability to use Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids for good health.

11 Oct 2023

Might a polyphenol-rich dietary approach hold the answers for managing inflammatory bowel disease?

Gut microbiota and macrophage-neutrophil interactions in the impact of dietary phenolic acids on intestinal inflammation.

11 Oct 2023

Diet News and Research

Latest Diet News and Research

Cracking the code: How egg consumption and genetics team up to affect heart disease risk

Cultivating strength: How yogurt boosts skeletal muscle health

Falling folate levels sound alarm for urgent UK food fortification

Are all fats equal in heart disease risk? New veteran study suggests not

Microplastics in preschoolers: Investigating exposure, diet, and gut microbiota

Balancing nutritional needs in children: Study highlights risks in plant-based and meat-based diets

New TB treatments tackle the disease without wrecking your microbiome

Shaking things up: Whole-body vibrations rev up metabolism in young men

Supercharge your kale juice: Fermentation ramps up antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powers

Parents alone can tackle childhood obesity just as effectively as whole-family interventions, new study shows

Diet drinks may affect blood sugar levels, insulin resistance and gut microbiome

Experts call for action as male infertility increases worldwide

Hackensack University Medical Center establishes new Center for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health

Are migraines linked to gut health and chronic non-communicable diseases?

Ketogenic diets found to slash migraine frequency and fatigue in new study

Early pregnancy obesity linked to heart risks and complicated births

What's on the menu for elite soccer players? Study reveals dietary habits vary by gender and competition level

Study identifies pathways explaining racial/ethnic and socio-economic disparities in dementia

Study sheds light on genetic influences on fatty acid use in minority populations

Might a polyphenol-rich dietary approach hold the answers for managing inflammatory bowel disease?

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Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

Diet News and Research

Latest Diet News and Research

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