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Blueberries boost calmness but not cognition in metabolic syndrome study

A study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition finds that chronic blueberry intake does not significantly improve cognitive function, alertness, or mood in adults with metabolic syndrome, despite a slight improvement in picture recognition accuracy and self-rated calmness after a high-fat, high-sugar meal.

12 Feb 2024

Machine learning decodes data variations in metabolomics

A new study shows that it is possible to use machine learning and statistics to address a problem that has long hindered the field of metabolomics: large variations in the data collected at different sites.

12 Feb 2024

Associations between ultra-processed food consumption and phthalate exposures in pregnant women

Researchers explored the relationship between consuming ultra-processed foods and urinary phthalate concentrations during pregnancy.

12 Feb 2024

Pregnant women show significant immune system changes linked to gut microbiome

How gut microbiota and metabolite changes relate to immune function during pregnancy.

12 Feb 2024

Prenatal exposure to phthalates linked to higher risk of preterm birth and low birth weight

Research in The Lancet Planetary Health links prenatal phthalate exposure to increased risks of preterm birth and low birth weight, underscoring the need for regulatory oversight on chemicals used in consumer products.

11 Feb 2024

Rucaparib and its major metabolite exhibit differential biological activity and synergy

Once they enter the body, drugs, apart from carrying out their therapeutic function, are biochemically transformed by the action of the metabolic machinery, a process that facilitates their expulsion.

9 Feb 2024

New study links legume consumption to lower risk of colorectal cancer

Researchers collated and analyzed 12 studies comprising more than 17 years’ worth of case-control experiments aimed at elucidating site-specific cancer outcomes of legume consumption.

8 Feb 2024

Study finds gut health key to combating skin diseases, eyes probiotics as potential treatment

Researchers review the significant impact of gut microbiome dysbiosis on skin diseases, suggesting probiotics could offer a new treatment path.

7 Feb 2024

SPOC Proteomics announces new product launch at SLAS2024

SPOC Proteomics, Inc, a deep-tech life sciences company based out of Scottsdale Arizona (HQ) and Menlo Park California, announced the commercial launch of their customizable sensor-integrated proteome on chip (SPOC®) biosensors for limited beta testing at SLAS2024.

From SPOC Proteomics 7 Feb 2024

Gut microbiota alterations may influence immune system changes during pregnancy

During pregnancy, a woman's immune system changes dramatically but researchers don't yet understand all the underlying mechanisms.

7 Feb 2024

New tool can help researchers to better understand the metabolism of microorganisms

Researchers from University of California San Diego, as part of a large collaboration with scientists around the world, have developed a new search tool to help researchers better understand the metabolism of microorganisms.

6 Feb 2024

Burn injury disrupts the intestinal mucus barrier and alters gut microbiota, study reveals

On a study (doi:10.1093/burnst/tkad056) published in the journal Burns & Trauma, researchers employed a combination of techniques to analyze the effects of burn injury on the gut microbiota and mucus barrier in mice.

6 Feb 2024

Resveratrol can combat Alzheimer's via inflammatory suppression, study shows

Study demonstrates Resveratrol's ability to mitigate Alzheimer's Disease (AD) symptoms by inhibiting proinflammatory responses and promoting antioxidant enzyme expression in microglial cell lines, offering insights into its neuroprotective mechanisms.

5 Feb 2024

Ramadan fasting linked to favorable metabolic changes and reduced chronic disease risk

Ramadan fasting significantly reduces the risk of lung, colorectal, and breast cancers, showcasing beneficial metabolic changes through a comprehensive metabolomics investigation.

4 Feb 2024

Study reveals impact of lantibiotic preservatives on gut microbiome

Food manufacturers often add preservatives to food products to keep them fresh. A primary purpose of these preservatives is to kill microbes that could break down and otherwise spoil the food.

2 Feb 2024

Study sheds light on 7-DHC's potential to induce cell death-resistant state in tumors

Cell death is fundamental to life and, thus, healthy aging. In the realm of cellular biology, ferroptosis (a form of programmed cell death) has emerged not only as a focal point of research for its potential in eliminating cancer cells, but also its role in a plethora of other diseases, including neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, eye diseases such as Retinitis pigmentosa and age-related macular degeneration, as well as ischemia, cardiovascular disease, liver disease, acute kidney injury and inflammation.

1 Feb 2024

Metabolites News and Research

Blueberries boost calmness but not cognition in metabolic syndrome study

Machine learning decodes data variations in metabolomics

Associations between ultra-processed food consumption and phthalate exposures in pregnant women

Pregnant women show significant immune system changes linked to gut microbiome

Prenatal exposure to phthalates linked to higher risk of preterm birth and low birth weight

Rucaparib and its major metabolite exhibit differential biological activity and synergy

New study links legume consumption to lower risk of colorectal cancer

Study finds gut health key to combating skin diseases, eyes probiotics as potential treatment

SPOC Proteomics announces new product launch at SLAS2024

Gut microbiota alterations may influence immune system changes during pregnancy

New tool can help researchers to better understand the metabolism of microorganisms

Burn injury disrupts the intestinal mucus barrier and alters gut microbiota, study reveals

Resveratrol can combat Alzheimer's via inflammatory suppression, study shows

Ramadan fasting linked to favorable metabolic changes and reduced chronic disease risk

Study reveals impact of lantibiotic preservatives on gut microbiome

Study sheds light on 7-DHC's potential to induce cell death-resistant state in tumors

Is there an association between vitamin D, immunocompetence, and aging?

Study explores the mediatory role of gut microbiota in metabolic syndrome and sleep disorders

Understanding the interplay between gut microbiota and vascular dysfunction

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Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

The impact of vibration on microscopy

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

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