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Gut bacteria diversity linked to body weight, athletes show healthier profiles

Systematic review reveals gut microbiome variations correlate with body composition changes across lifespan, highlighting differences between obese individuals and athletes.

29 Feb 2024

Scripps Research scientists uncover plausible pathway for protocell formation

Roughly 4 billion years ago, Earth was developing conditions suitable for life. Origin-of-life scientists often wonder if the type of chemistry found on the early Earth was similar to what life requires today.

29 Feb 2024

Plant-based diets trigger remission in Sjögren's syndrome and lupus cases

Three case studies show women with autoimmune diseases achieving symptom remission through plant-based diets, suggesting potential for dietary interventions in chronic disease management.

28 Feb 2024

Fenugreek seeds: A superfood for health and wellness, says new review

Research highlights the dietary significance and potential applications of fenugreek seeds, emphasizing their role in disease prevention, chronic condition management, and providing nutritional value, including their ability to reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

27 Feb 2024

Spirulina shows promise in battling heart disease and diabetes

Researchers show Spirulina's therapeutic benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic properties, can significantly lower cardiovascular disease risk.

26 Feb 2024

Globe artichokes: A rich source of dietary fiber and phenolic antioxidants

The clinical and nutraceutical health benefits of Cynarra scolymus, the globe artichoke.

26 Feb 2024

Fish oil in pregnancy linked to child weight gain and metabolic risks

A study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition finds that fish oil supplementation during pregnancy is linked to increased risk of weight gain and metabolic syndrome in offspring at age ten.

25 Feb 2024

Mediterranean diet linked to lower depression risk in older women

A study in the British Journal of Nutrition finds that adherence to the Mediterranean diet is inversely associated with depressive symptoms, particularly in older women, highlighting the diet's potential mental health benefits.

25 Feb 2024

The correlation between adopting unhealthy dietary habits and migraine severity

A recent study aimed to study the correlation between migraine severity and adopting unhealthy dietary habits. It also sought to identify specific foods that could trigger particular subtypes of migraine.

22 Feb 2024

Can dietary patterns impact stomach cancer risk?

Eating patterns and indices related to gastric cancer and explored their association with stomach cancer risk.

22 Feb 2024

Vitamin D3 and phytochemicals team up for immune boost and aging defense, study finds

Review highlights the synergistic effects of vitamin D3 and phytochemicals in promoting immune balance, reducing inflammation, supporting gut health, and combating aging, emphasizing the importance of these nutrients for longevity and vitality.

21 Feb 2024

Mediterranean diet hailed for heart health benefits in women, study finds

Study highlights the Mediterranean diet's cardioprotective benefits for females, emphasizing its role in improving lipid profiles, blood pressure, and reducing cardiovascular disease risks, with a call for more female-focused research.

21 Feb 2024

Fasting-mimicking diet reduces biological age and disease risks, study shows

Cycles of a diet that mimics fasting can reduce signs of immune system aging, as well as insulin resistance and liver fat in humans, resulting in a lower biological age, according to a new USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology-led study.

20 Feb 2024

Are avocados good for your heart health?

The effects of avocado intake on cardiometabolic risk factors.

20 Feb 2024

Missing gut microbes after antibiotics and a high-fat diet may be to blame for sugar-free candy and gum giving you gas

A recent Cell study showed how a high-fat diet and antibiotic exposure could trigger sorbitol intolerance by depleting Clostridia from the gut microbiota.

20 Feb 2024

Mediterranean diet linked to better semen quality, study finds

A systematic review reveals that adherence to the Mediterranean diet improves semen quality in men of reproductive age, suggesting a positive impact on male reproductive health.

19 Feb 2024

Associations between food additive emulsifiers and cancer risk

Researchers assessed associations between food emulsifier intake and cancer risk among NutriNet-Santé study participants.

19 Feb 2024

Healthy lifestyles linked to specific metabolic markers, large study finds

Researchers identify metabolomic markers linked to healthy lifestyles in a large study, showing a connection between lipid metabolism and reduced mortality risks.

18 Feb 2024

Turning wine waste into wellness: Grape pomace's journey from by-product to superfood

A study in Foods highlights grape pomace's (GP) potential in preventing winery waste, showcasing its bioactive properties for health benefits and applications in food and cosmetics, contributing to sustainable industry practices.

15 Feb 2024

Study explores health benefits of selenium and zinc-enriched eggs

Researchers investigated the effect of a diet of selenium- and/or zinc-enriched eggs (SZE) on oxidative stress, cognitive impairment, and intestinal flora in D-galactose-induced aging mice.

15 Feb 2024