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Host immune system forms small lesions in the intestines in response to bacterial infection

Yersinia bacteria cause a variety of human and animal diseases, the most notorious being the plague, caused by Yersinia pestis.

14 Mar 2023

Is green leaf biomass a viable and sustainable source of protein?

In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers at North Carolina State University reviewed studies on underutilized sources of plant proteins and discussed strategies to enhance yields, extract nutrients and influence the demand and acceptance of new protein sources, especially green leaf biomass.

14 Mar 2023

Regular consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables could help prevent prostate cancer

Men who consume colourful fruits and vegetables on a regular basis are less likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer (PC), according to new research by University of South Australia scientists.

9 Mar 2023

Low-cost smart textile sensor could help tackle the spread of tuberculosis in Asia and Africa

Scientists are developing a low-cost smart textile sensor for early detection of tuberculosis in people and cattle which they hope will help tackle the spread of the disease in Asia and Africa.

9 Mar 2023

Ingestion of waterborne nitrate could be a risk factor for prostate cancer

The nitrate ingested over the course of a person's adult lifetime through the consumption of tap water and bottled water could be a risk factor for prostate cancer, particularly in the case of aggressive tumors and in younger men.

9 Mar 2023

Review on factors related to variations in human microbiota

In a recent review published in Current Opinion in Microbiology, researchers reviewed existing data on variations in human microbiota, emphasizing on ageing- and ethnicity-associated changes in the microbiota.

8 Mar 2023

Review highlights the effectiveness of diet-based low-density lipoprotein lowering over medication

In a recent article published in the journal Nutrition, researchers in Australia summarized how diet could help decrease low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDLc) or triglyceride concentrations in polygenic hypercholesterolemia.

5 Mar 2023

Study estimates the carbon footprint and diet quality of popular U.S. diets

A new research paper looks at several popular diets and what it costs the environment to follow any of them, contrasting with their real-life benefits regarding diet quality.

2 Mar 2023

Could spices boost protein intake in older adults?

Poor eating often exacerbates aging problems, resulting in inadequate protein intake among older adults. This, in turn, may cause muscle wasting, reduced function, and poor quality of life. A new research paper looks at the role of spices in boosting the attractiveness of typical foods in this age group.

1 Mar 2023

Study: 94% of pheasants on sale for human consumption are killed using lead

Three years into a five-year pledge to completely phase out lead shot in UK game hunting, a Cambridge study finds that 94% of pheasants on sale for human consumption were killed using lead.

27 Feb 2023

Oleic acid: Principal component of olive oil responsible for many health-promoting properties

Oleic acid, the principal component of olive oil, has properties that help to prevent cancer and Alzheimer's disease and to lower cholesterol.

23 Feb 2023

Regulations limiting antibiotics in livestock can significantly impact human health

A California policy restricting antibiotic use in animals raised for food is associated with a reduction in one type of antibiotic-resistant infection in people in the state, according to a new study published today in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives.

22 Feb 2023

Monitoring the presence of bovine meat and milk factor protein expression may help identify people at risk of colorectal cancer

Bovine meat and milk factors (BMMFs) - initially identified by de Villiers et al. in 2014 - represent a class of infectious agents in beef and cow's milk that have been linked to the development of cancer.

22 Feb 2023

Researchers explore Mediterranean diet and its health benefits in managing obesity

A review article published in the journal Experimental Gerontology describes the utility of Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) in the prevention and management of obesity.

22 Feb 2023

Healthful eating plan and regular physical activity can help reduce cancer risk

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, behind heart disease. While no cancer is 100% preventable, a healthful eating plan and regular physical activity can help reduce your risk of developing cancer, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

21 Feb 2023

How the human gut microbiota is shaped by diet

A new study in the journal Best Practice & Research Clinical Gastroenterology aimed to summarize the impact of specific nutrients as well as diets on the gut microbiota as well as the future perspectives of using diet as a therapeutic microbiome modulator.

20 Feb 2023

The association between Stroke Belt residence, colorectal cancer incidence, and diet

Researchers assessed the consumption of plant and animal foods in regions with a high incidence of colorectal cancer and stroke.

20 Feb 2023

Innovative method reveals new antioxidants in beef, chicken, and pork

Imidazole dipeptides (IDPs), which are abundant in meat and fish, are substances produced in the bodies of various animals, including humans, and have been reported to be effective in relieving fatigue and preventing dementia.

17 Feb 2023

Replacing meat with Quorn's mycoprotein reduces cancer-causing chemicals in the intestines

Researchers from Northumbria University have found that swapping red and processed meat for Quorn's mycoprotein, a fungi-based meat alternative, leads to a significant reduction in intestinal genotoxins - which can cause bowel cancer - and increases healthy gut bacteria.

17 Feb 2023

Nut consumption and its impact on human and environmental health

Researchers examine the impacts of nut consumption on human health and the environment.

16 Feb 2023

Meat News and Research

Host immune system forms small lesions in the intestines in response to bacterial infection

Is green leaf biomass a viable and sustainable source of protein?

Regular consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables could help prevent prostate cancer

Low-cost smart textile sensor could help tackle the spread of tuberculosis in Asia and Africa

Ingestion of waterborne nitrate could be a risk factor for prostate cancer

Review on factors related to variations in human microbiota

Review highlights the effectiveness of diet-based low-density lipoprotein lowering over medication

Study estimates the carbon footprint and diet quality of popular U.S. diets

Could spices boost protein intake in older adults?

Study: 94% of pheasants on sale for human consumption are killed using lead

Oleic acid: Principal component of olive oil responsible for many health-promoting properties

Regulations limiting antibiotics in livestock can significantly impact human health

Monitoring the presence of bovine meat and milk factor protein expression may help identify people at risk of colorectal cancer

Researchers explore Mediterranean diet and its health benefits in managing obesity

Healthful eating plan and regular physical activity can help reduce cancer risk

How the human gut microbiota is shaped by diet

The association between Stroke Belt residence, colorectal cancer incidence, and diet

Innovative method reveals new antioxidants in beef, chicken, and pork

Replacing meat with Quorn's mycoprotein reduces cancer-causing chemicals in the intestines

Nut consumption and its impact on human and environmental health

Understanding cultivated meat and its global potential eBook

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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