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Novel amino acid compound treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates

A recently developed amino acid compound successfully treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates - bringing scientists one step closer to the first human treatment for the condition that is rapidly increasing around the world, a study suggests.

10 Apr 2023

Using the gene-editing tool to model certain liver tumor subtypes

Mutations in our genes can lead to severe problems, like colon or liver cancer. But cancer is very complex.

10 Apr 2023

Intermittent fasting vs. calorie restriction: which diet reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes more?

Researchers performed randomized controlled trials among adults at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

10 Apr 2023

Alzheimer's risk patients may benefit from Mediterranean keto diet, study shows gut microbiome changes

In a recent study published in the Journal of the Alzheimer's Association (AA), researchers examined the effects of a low-carbohydrate-modified Mediterranean ketogenic diet (MMKD) on the gut microbiome and metabolome of patients at risk for Alzheimer's disease (AD).

9 Apr 2023

ChatGPT can help empower patients and improve health literacy for different populations

A new study by Cedars-Sinai investigators describes how ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, may help improve health outcomes for patients with cirrhosis and liver cancer by providing easy-to-understand information about basic knowledge, lifestyle and treatments for these conditions.

7 Apr 2023

DPE analysis may help improve the diagnosis and management of colorectal cancer

A new editorial paper was published in Oncoscience (Volume 10) on March 23, 2023, entitled, "New method of clustering colorectal cancer patients using differential presence of exons (DPE) sequencing."

7 Apr 2023

Experts urge the reduction of added sugars to around six teaspoons a day

Experts recommend reducing consumption of added ("free") sugars to around six teaspoons a day and limiting sugar-sweetened drinks to less than one serving a week after a comprehensive evidence review published by The BMJ today.

6 Apr 2023

Pathophysiology, comorbidities, and interventions related to childhood obesity

Researchers discuss the psychological and physiological impacts of obesity on children.

6 Apr 2023

Does higher caffeine and coffee intake impact colonic microbiota composition and diversity?

Researchers investigated the association between caffeine and the colonic microbiome.

6 Apr 2023

Childhood cancer survivors maintaining a healthy lifestyle may have lower risk of mortality

A report from the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study provides strong evidence of the importance of a healthy lifestyle for adults who were treated for cancer as children.

5 Apr 2023

UCI biologists discover how to ward off harmful effects caused by a high-fat diet

Eating lots of fats increases the risk of metabolic disorders, but the mechanisms behind the problem have not been well understood.

5 Apr 2023

Drug used to treat liver disease may decrease SARS-CoV-2 infections and reduce COVID-19 severity

SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, attaches to a cellular receptor called angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2), and activation of the farnesoid X receptor increases ACE2 expression.

5 Apr 2023

Penn State Health expert debunks six myths about organ donation

Right now, more than 100,000 people in the U.S. - nearly two times the population of Harrisburg - are waiting for organ transplants.

5 Apr 2023

Interplay between Western diet, gut microbiota, and cancer development

In a review article published in the journal Seminars in Immunology, scientists have explored the relationship between the Western diet, gut microbiota, and cancer development.

4 Apr 2023

The interaction between white adipose tissue mitochondria and gut microbiota in obesity

Researchers explored the interaction of white adipose tissue mitochondria with gut microbiota in obesity.

4 Apr 2023

What effect do nuts have on gastrointestinal health?

Researchers presented an overview of the latest research on the impact of nut intake on gastrointestinal health.

4 Apr 2023

Novel immunotherapy-based approach for low-grade lymphomatoid granulomatosis improves patient survival

Results from a clinical trial conducted by researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) show that people with low-grade lymphomatoid granulomatosis who are treated with interferon alfa-2b, a type of immunotherapy, can live for decades after diagnosis.

4 Apr 2023

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Novel amino acid compound treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates

Using the gene-editing tool to model certain liver tumor subtypes

Intermittent fasting vs. calorie restriction: which diet reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes more?

Alzheimer's risk patients may benefit from Mediterranean keto diet, study shows gut microbiome changes

ChatGPT can help empower patients and improve health literacy for different populations

DPE analysis may help improve the diagnosis and management of colorectal cancer

Experts urge the reduction of added sugars to around six teaspoons a day

Pathophysiology, comorbidities, and interventions related to childhood obesity

Does higher caffeine and coffee intake impact colonic microbiota composition and diversity?

Childhood cancer survivors maintaining a healthy lifestyle may have lower risk of mortality

UCI biologists discover how to ward off harmful effects caused by a high-fat diet

Drug used to treat liver disease may decrease SARS-CoV-2 infections and reduce COVID-19 severity

Penn State Health expert debunks six myths about organ donation

Interplay between Western diet, gut microbiota, and cancer development

The interaction between white adipose tissue mitochondria and gut microbiota in obesity

What effect do nuts have on gastrointestinal health?

Novel immunotherapy-based approach for low-grade lymphomatoid granulomatosis improves patient survival

What are the effects of kimchi on human health?

What role do dietary lipids play in the gut-brain axis in type 2 diabetes mellitus?

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