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Study links gut bacteria single-nucleotide polymorphisms to BMI

Researchers investigated the potential implications of single-nucleotide variations in gut-residing bacterial species (microbiome) on human health.

7 Nov 2023

High BMI in late teens linked to higher risk of 17 different cancers later in life

Men who are overweight or obese at age 18 have a higher risk of 17 different cancers later in life. This has been shown in a study at the University of Gothenburg.

6 Nov 2023

Transgender adults in rural US more likely to have cardiovascular disease risk factors

Transgender adults living in the rural Appalachian area of the U.S., were more likely to have cardiovascular disease risk factors, like tobacco use, obesity and high blood pressure, thank their cisgender peers, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023.

6 Nov 2023

Regular marijuana use may raise the risk for heart failure, stroke or heart attack

Using marijuana regularly may raise the risk for heart failure, stroke or heart attack even after accounting for other cardiovascular risk factors such as Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity, according to two preliminary studies to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023.

6 Nov 2023

Exploring the connection: Diet, sleep patterns, and blood pressure in young individuals

The relationship between dietary and sleep rhythms and blood pressure (BP) levels in children.

6 Nov 2023

Study probes the hidden impact of low-cal sweeteners on gut health

The research scrutinizes the impact of low- and non-calorie sweeteners on gut microbiota, suggesting potential links to glucose tolerance and insulin resistance, with varying results across studies indicating a need for more comprehensive research.

5 Nov 2023

Avocado a day may keep diabetes at bay, suggests nutritional biomarker study

New research in The Journal of Nutrition links avocado consumption with lower diabetes risk, revealing specific metabolomic biomarkers that indicate potential for reduced fasting glucose and insulin levels.

5 Nov 2023

Childhood obesity in England could be curbed with systematic interventions, study suggests

The potential effects of systematically delivering obesity management interventions on the prevalence of childhood obesity in England.

3 Nov 2023

Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Recent research underscores the importance of careful management of elimination diets in children with food allergies, ensuring nutritional balance and support for growth. The study advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to help children avoid allergens without compromising their overall health and development.

2 Nov 2023

Study links heavy mobile phone use to lower sperm count

Swiss study finds higher mobile phone use linked to lower sperm count and concentration in young men, raising concerns about RF-EMF exposure's impact on male reproductive health. Despite limitations, the research suggests a potential risk to fertility with increasing phone usage.

2 Nov 2023

Tufts researchers explore the science of aging

Anti-wrinkle creams, superfoods that keep you young, dietary supplements that promise improved memory, "immortal" cells that can renew themselves forever-;in our stores and media, claims about aging abound.

2 Nov 2023

Study uncovers link between salt-adding habits and type 2 diabetes

A recent study explored the possible interaction of added salt in food with the rate of new type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) to understand the contribution of long-term sodium intake to diabetes incidence.

2 Nov 2023

Influence of healthy lifestyle habits on chronic disorders

The health benefits of regular exercise, a healthy diet, and adequate sleep.

2 Nov 2023

High salt consumption associated with increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes

Those at risk for Type 2 diabetes may already know to avoid sugar, but new research suggests they may want to skip the salt as well.

1 Nov 2023

Daily strawberry consumption could help reduce dementia risk for middle-aged individuals

New research from the University of Cincinnati found that daily strawberry consumption could help reduce the risk of dementia for certain middle-aged populations.

1 Nov 2023

Study finds epigenetic signature for obesity susceptibility in human twins

A susceptibility to gain weight may be written into molecular processes of human cells, a Washington State University study indicates.

1 Nov 2023

New gene editing method creates first mice with human-like COVID-19

Researchers have genetically engineered the first mice that get a human-like form of COVID-19, according to a study published online November 1 in Nature.

1 Nov 2023

Women in low- and middle-income countries more likely to have obesity risk

Women in low- and middle-income countries, especially in the Sub-Saharan Africa region, may be 10 times more likely to have obesity or heart health issues than their male counterparts, according to a large meta-analysis published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

1 Nov 2023

Medical school on Cherokee reservation will soon send doctors to tribal, rural areas

Ashton Glover Gatewood decided to give medical school a second try after learning about a new campus designed for Indigenous students like herself.

1 Nov 2023

Study reveals direct link between high insulin levels and pancreatic cancer

A new study from researchers at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine reveals a direct link between high insulin levels, common among patients with obesity and Type 2 diabetes, and pancreatic cancer.

31 Oct 2023

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Obesity News and Research

Latest Obesity News and Research

Study links gut bacteria single-nucleotide polymorphisms to BMI

High BMI in late teens linked to higher risk of 17 different cancers later in life

Transgender adults in rural US more likely to have cardiovascular disease risk factors

Regular marijuana use may raise the risk for heart failure, stroke or heart attack

Exploring the connection: Diet, sleep patterns, and blood pressure in young individuals

Study probes the hidden impact of low-cal sweeteners on gut health

Avocado a day may keep diabetes at bay, suggests nutritional biomarker study

Childhood obesity in England could be curbed with systematic interventions, study suggests

Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Study links heavy mobile phone use to lower sperm count

Tufts researchers explore the science of aging

Study uncovers link between salt-adding habits and type 2 diabetes

Influence of healthy lifestyle habits on chronic disorders

High salt consumption associated with increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes

Daily strawberry consumption could help reduce dementia risk for middle-aged individuals

Study finds epigenetic signature for obesity susceptibility in human twins

New gene editing method creates first mice with human-like COVID-19

Women in low- and middle-income countries more likely to have obesity risk

Medical school on Cherokee reservation will soon send doctors to tribal, rural areas

Study reveals direct link between high insulin levels and pancreatic cancer

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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