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Study shows the benefits of evening physical activity on glucose metabolism

The results, obtained by a team of scientists from the University of Granada (UGR), could have multiple practical implications, especially for people at risk of developing insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes.

14 Jun 2024

New recommendations on vitamin D intake for children, pregnant people, adults over 75 and those with high-risk prediabetes

In the present study, researchers developed guidelines for vitamin D supplementation to prevent disease.

14 Jun 2024

Effects of time-restricted eating and calorie restriction on sex hormones

The effects of time-restricted eating (TRE) and caloric restriction (CR) on sex hormones.

14 Jun 2024

Low-sodium alternatives could have a positive impact on the Indonesian health

Excess sodium intake and a lack of potassium are major contributing factors towards high blood pressure in Indonesia, prompting calls for low-sodium potassium-rich salt substitutes (LSSS) to be readily available to improve health and curb health costs.

13 Jun 2024

CHOP implements effective adolescent health questionnaire across Primary Care Network

While doctors understand that adolescents have certain unique health questions and concerns, several challenges prevent this critical information from being collected in a systematic way and providing appropriate referrals across a wide group of patients.

13 Jun 2024

New research sheds light on IL-23's role in chronic inflammatory bowel diseases

Scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine discovered a previously unknown link between two key pathways that regulate the immune system in mammals-;a finding that impacts our understanding of chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD).

12 Jun 2024

Sugary drinks disrupt the salivary microbiome

A study in Scientific Reports found that high-sugar beverage consumption can lead to pathogenic changes in the oral microbiota, reducing bacterial diversity and increasing acid-producing bacteria.

12 Jun 2024

Nutrients deficiency pattern possible important risk factor for mortality in older adults with hypertension

Researchers determine the impact of nutrient deficiencies on mortality risk in older adults with hypertension.

12 Jun 2024

Low-cost quality improvement program lowers mortality in El Salvador's pediatric ICU

Pediatric intensive care units (PICUs) in low and middle-income countries see elevated mortality rates, often 10 times higher than those in high-income countries.

12 Jun 2024

Research finds sugar tax may lower childhood asthma hospital admission rates by 20.9%

The impact of the United Kingdom (UK) Soft Drinks Industry Levy (SDIL) on childhood asthma hospital admission rates.

12 Jun 2024

Differing definitions of iron deficiency lead to divergent estimates of prevalence, study finds

How different ways of defining iron deficiency (ID) impact the prevalence estimates of this common disorder among women.

12 Jun 2024

Waist-to-height ratio surpasses conventional metrics in predicting cardiovascular disease risk

Research shows waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) outperforms body fat percentage (BF%) and other central obesity measures in predicting ischemic cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk.

12 Jun 2024

Antioxidants combat high-fat diet-induced female reproductive issues, study reveals

Researchers in Italy review how antioxidants from biological matrices can protect against reproductive issues caused by high-fat diets in women.

11 Jun 2024

Patient perspectives highlight urgent need for research on smell and taste disorders

Researchers and patient advocates from the Monell Chemical Senses Center, Smell and Taste Association of North America (STANA), and Thomas Jefferson University came together during the COVID-19 pandemic to incorporate patient voices in efforts to prioritize research areas focused on improving care for people with smell and taste disorders.

10 Jun 2024

New PREVENT risk equations could reduce statin use by 40%, study finds

If national guidelines are revised to incorporate a new risk equation, about 40% fewer people could meet criteria for cholesterol-lowering statins to prevent heart disease, according to a study by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and University of Michigan.

10 Jun 2024

Planetary health diet may substantially lower risk of premature death and environmental impact

People who eat a healthy, sustainable diet may substantially lower their risk of premature death in addition to their environmental impact, according to a new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

10 Jun 2024

Evening exercise most effective in reducing blood sugar levels for overweight and obese adults

New research reveals that moderate to vigorous physical activity in the evening for sedentary adults with overweight and obesity is most beneficial in lowering daily blood sugar levels, according to a study published in Obesity, The Obesity Society's (TOS) flagship journal.

10 Jun 2024

Nutrition News and Research

Study shows the benefits of evening physical activity on glucose metabolism

New recommendations on vitamin D intake for children, pregnant people, adults over 75 and those with high-risk prediabetes

Effects of time-restricted eating and calorie restriction on sex hormones

Low-sodium alternatives could have a positive impact on the Indonesian health

CHOP implements effective adolescent health questionnaire across Primary Care Network

New research sheds light on IL-23's role in chronic inflammatory bowel diseases

Sugary drinks disrupt the salivary microbiome

Nutrients deficiency pattern possible important risk factor for mortality in older adults with hypertension

Low-cost quality improvement program lowers mortality in El Salvador's pediatric ICU

Research finds sugar tax may lower childhood asthma hospital admission rates by 20.9%

Differing definitions of iron deficiency lead to divergent estimates of prevalence, study finds

Waist-to-height ratio surpasses conventional metrics in predicting cardiovascular disease risk

Antioxidants combat high-fat diet-induced female reproductive issues, study reveals

Patient perspectives highlight urgent need for research on smell and taste disorders

New PREVENT risk equations could reduce statin use by 40%, study finds

Planetary health diet may substantially lower risk of premature death and environmental impact

Evening exercise most effective in reducing blood sugar levels for overweight and obese adults

Study uncovers gut microbes' role in childhood obesity

Surprising link between a diverse oral microbiome and better cognitive function in aging

Study highlights rising rates of food and water insecurity among U.S. children

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