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Evidence suggests plant-based diets reduce blood pressure

Researchers evaluated the impact of consuming plant-origin foods on an individual’s blood pressure.

17 May 2023

How eating mushrooms may lower blood pressure levels

Scientists review the potential of edible mushrooms as functional foods in improving cardiovascular function and ameliorating hypertension.

11 May 2023

Study sheds light on a possible pharmacological approach to treat cardiac arrhythmias

Scientists at Simon Fraser University (SFU) and the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR) near Philadelphia have found that a drug discovered at SFU and patented several years ago may have potential lifesaving results in the treatment of conditions leading to sudden cardiac death.

10 May 2023

Is there an association between maternal bean consumption and better nutritional outcomes?

Researchers evaluated the frequency of maternal bean consumption during pregnancy and their associations with diet quality and nutrient intake.

10 May 2023

TPP may be an underrecognized cause of paralysis in young Hispanic men

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP), a rare neurological condition causing limbs to go limp, may be an underrecognized cause of paralysis in young Hispanic men, a review of data by UT Southwestern Medical Center endocrinologists shows.

8 May 2023

Research underscores watermelon's contributions to diet quality and heart health

There's no question that watermelon is both delicious and nutritious, but new research underscores this nutrient-rich fruit's contributions to overall diet quality and heart health.

4 May 2023

Do edible gastropod land snails contain toxic mineral elements?

Researchers explored the presence of toxic and possibly toxic minerals in edible land snails.

2 May 2023

Is there an association between the consumption of ultra-processed food and adverse microbiota-gut-brain axis implications?

Researchers reviewed the impact of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) on the microbiota-gut-brain axis.

25 Apr 2023

Eating sardines vs. fish oil supplements: study evaluates the nutritional benefit beyond fatty acids

Researchers compared the impact of consuming sardines versus fish oil supplements.

18 Apr 2023

What are the nutritional outcomes of removing meat or poultry from healthy dietary patterns?

Researchers modeled the effects of removing a meat/poultry serving in healthy dietary patterns.

18 Apr 2023

Is there a correlation between acute and chronic red wine intake and health?

Researchers examined the correlations between acute and chronic red wine (RW) intake and health.

18 Apr 2023

Edible mushrooms: the role of antioxidant compounds as potential candidates for neurodegenerative disease prevention and treatment

Researchers evaluated whether edible mushrooms aid in preventing neurodegenerative diseases.

18 Apr 2023

Scientists unearth some of the biological mechanisms behind ferroptosis

A team of researchers at Tohoku University has unearthed some of the biological mechanisms of ferroptosis, a recently discovered type of regulated cell death that is triggered by iron and the accumulation of lipid peroxidation - lipids that have undergone oxidative degeneration.

5 Apr 2023

Australian study finds Mediterranean diet meets nutrient requirements and cheaper than traditional Western diets

A recent study by researchers at the University of South Australia has indicated that the majority of Australians are not eating a balanced healthy diet as recommended by the Australian Dietary Guidelines (ADG) and Australian Guide to Healthy Eating (AGHE). A proper diet is essential because it can alleviate the risks of developing chronic diseases like type two diabetes, osteoporosis, heart disease, and obesity.

2 Apr 2023

Astrocytes may play a key role in the brain's ability to process external and internal information

Long thought of as "brain glue," the star-shaped cells called astrocytes - members of a family of cells found in the central nervous system called glial that help regulate blood flow, synaptic activity, keep neurons healthy, and play an important role in breathing.

31 Mar 2023

Unlocking the potential of green seaweeds: Study explores nutrients, active substances

Researchers discuss the main nutrients and active substances associated with different green seaweeds, along with their biological activities and applications.

30 Mar 2023

Consumption of dried fruits associated with higher-quality diets

Researchers discussing the effects of dried fruits on overall gastrointestinal (GI) health.

29 Mar 2023

Greater variety of fruit and vegetable consumption associated with lower mortality risk

Researchers examine the associations between variety/quantity of fruit and vegetable intake and mortality in older Chinese adults.

28 Mar 2023

Carbohydrate Food Quality Score: A holistic approach to quantify carbohydrate food quality

Despite the broad diversity of the U.S. population, dietary recommendations often overlook the positive contributions of cultural foods to build healthy dietary patterns.

23 Mar 2023

Higher plasma caffeine concentrations might reduce body fat and type 2 diabetes risk

In a recent study published in the journal BMJ Medicine, researchers in the United Kingdom and Sweden investigated the probable causality of long-term serum caffeine concentrations on type 2 diabetes (T2D), adiposity, and major cardiovascular diseases (CVDs).

22 Mar 2023

Potassium News and Research

Evidence suggests plant-based diets reduce blood pressure

How eating mushrooms may lower blood pressure levels

Study sheds light on a possible pharmacological approach to treat cardiac arrhythmias

Is there an association between maternal bean consumption and better nutritional outcomes?

TPP may be an underrecognized cause of paralysis in young Hispanic men

Research underscores watermelon's contributions to diet quality and heart health

Do edible gastropod land snails contain toxic mineral elements?

Is there an association between the consumption of ultra-processed food and adverse microbiota-gut-brain axis implications?

Eating sardines vs. fish oil supplements: study evaluates the nutritional benefit beyond fatty acids

What are the nutritional outcomes of removing meat or poultry from healthy dietary patterns?

Is there a correlation between acute and chronic red wine intake and health?

Edible mushrooms: the role of antioxidant compounds as potential candidates for neurodegenerative disease prevention and treatment

Scientists unearth some of the biological mechanisms behind ferroptosis

Australian study finds Mediterranean diet meets nutrient requirements and cheaper than traditional Western diets

Astrocytes may play a key role in the brain's ability to process external and internal information

Unlocking the potential of green seaweeds: Study explores nutrients, active substances

Consumption of dried fruits associated with higher-quality diets

Greater variety of fruit and vegetable consumption associated with lower mortality risk

Carbohydrate Food Quality Score: A holistic approach to quantify carbohydrate food quality

Higher plasma caffeine concentrations might reduce body fat and type 2 diabetes risk

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