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Over 1,100 experts boycott medical journal for publishing unethical animal experiments

More than 1,100 experts have joined the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in boycotting the medical journal Nutrients until it stops publishing egregious animal experiments that could have been ethically conducted in humans.

21 Nov 2023

Nut consumption linked to improved male fertility, systematic review reveals

A systematic review finds that consuming at least 60 grams of nuts daily significantly enhances male fertility by improving sperm vitality, motility, and morphology, while evidence for nut consumption's impact on female fertility remains limited.

20 Nov 2023

Study reveals surprising trends in non-diabetic adults' use of artificial sweeteners in Brazil

The study investigates the widespread use of non-nutritive sweeteners (NNS) among non-diabetic Brazilian adults, revealing that higher education, income, and BMI increase the likelihood of regular NNS consumption, challenging the perception of NNS as a healthy alternative.

19 Nov 2023

Revolutionizing critical care: the potential of gut microbiota therapeutics

The curative potential and limitations of gut microbiome-based therapeutics in critical illnesses.

13 Nov 2023

Vitamin D supplementation may reduce future dementia risk, study suggests

Everyone knows that vitamin D is vital for healthy bones and a stronger immune system but could low levels be a major driver of Alzheimer’s and age-related cognitive decline?

13 Nov 2023

Debate intensifies over vegan diets for children, pediatric associations weigh in

Evidence on vegan (VN) diets for pediatric and adolescent individuals.

10 Nov 2023

Fluoride and sealants win against youth dental caries, a robust review informs US health policy

In a comprehensive review for the JAMA Network, researchers find that preventive oral health interventions like fluoride treatments and sealants are effective in combating dental caries in youth, offering actionable insights for the US Preventive Services Task Force and healthcare providers.

8 Nov 2023

Scientists unravel the mystery of how cells keep glutathione levels in check

If a delivery person leaves a package on your front step without pinging you, you likely won't know it's there.

8 Nov 2023

PET scans of the heart identify people at risk for Parkinson's and Lewy body dementia

In a small study, researchers at the National Institutes of Health have found that positron emission tomography (PET) scans of the heart may identify people who will go on to develop Parkinson's disease or Lewy body dementia among those at-risk for these diseases.

7 Nov 2023

Practical tips for making healthcare systems more sustainable

Cutting nitrous oxide waste in hospitals, switching to reusable vaginal speculums for cervical screening, and prescribing tablets over intravenous drugs are just some of the tangible actions doctors can take to reduce the carbon footprint of healthcare.

6 Nov 2023

Decoding long COVID, pathophysiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, and management

Comprehensive review unravels the complexities of long COVID, spanning pathophysiology to management strategies, and underscores the need for targeted therapies and early diagnosis.

5 Nov 2023

Nutrition and aging: A two-way relationship

With so much hype in the media about miracle diets and nutritional supplements, one is invariably tempted to look for a single, food-based magic bullet that will increase the likelihood of living a longer, healthier life.

3 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

Managing menopause: The 2023 toolkit for healthcare practitioners

The authors of the revised 2023 Toolkit extracted key recommendations from professional guidelines and positions as well as consensus statements on menopause and related conditions that have emerged since 2014.

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

Advances in grain research illuminate potential for precision nutrition in clinical settings

Grains are a primary source of energy (calories) in the diet.

1 Nov 2023

UTA biology professor awarded NIH grant for new super-resolution microscope

UTA will soon add a new piece of cutting-edge equipment to its already impressive and growing research armamentarium-;a type of super-resolution microscope (SRM) that allows biologists to see structures within a cell in even finer detail.

31 Oct 2023

Spicing up memory: Wasabi found to boost brainpower in seniors

A 12-week study on adults over 60 found that wasabi supplements containing 6-MSITC significantly improved episodic and working memory. While other cognitive domains showed no improvement, the findings suggest that wasabi's anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties may offer new avenues for combating age-related memory decline.

31 Oct 2023

Wholegrains give kids a heart-healthy boost, says new Danish study

Wholegrain diets in Danish children between ages 8-13 showed significant reductions in LDL cholesterol and triacylglycerol levels, also promoting beneficial gut microbiota growth. The study highlights the early cardiovascular and gut health benefits of wholegrains, paving the way for further research in childhood nutrition.

30 Oct 2023

Popular fad diets can pack a nutritional punch, new study reveals

Researchers evaluate popular fad diets in the USA against Dietary Guidelines for Americans, finding some can achieve high nutritional quality with minor adjustments. The study reveals that diets like low-FODMAP, vegan, and military can score well on the Healthy Eating Index when planned carefully.

29 Oct 2023