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Why Spirulina could be a helpful natural option for lowering blood pressure

A comprehensive meta-analysis found that consuming whole microalgae, especially Spirulina, can significantly lower blood pressure, particularly in adults with elevated levels. No significant effects were observed for macroalgae or algae extracts.

30 Jul 2025

Probiotic bacteria found to reshape cell behavior in vitro

This study reveals how probiotic bacteria directly influence brain cell function, highlighting gut-brain communication and potential therapeutic applications.

23 Jul 2025

Research explains how low sodium weakens the heart’s electrical signals

New research explains how low levels of the electrolyte sodium in the blood can disrupt the timing of the heartbeat in patients taking widely used rhythm-control medications such as flecainide, which is commonly prescribed for atrial fibrillation and other fast or irregular heart rhythms.

15 Jul 2025

Endocrine Society experts call for more widespread screening of primary aldosteronism

Endocrine Society experts encouraged more widespread screening for a common hormonal cause of high blood pressure known as primary aldosteronism in a new Clinical Practice Guideline released today.

14 Jul 2025

Study links common sweeteners to early puberty in teens

Consuming certain sweeteners commonly found in foods and beverages may increase the risk of early puberty in children, particularly among those who are genetically predisposed, according to a study being presented Sunday at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in San Francisco, Calif.

13 Jul 2025

Cheese and milk in Italy show alarming levels of microplastic contamination

Researchers found microplastics in nearly all Italian supermarket milk, fresh cheese, and ripened cheese samples, with ripened cheese containing the highest levels. The study highlights how dairy processing and packaging steps increase microplastic contamination in common foods.

13 Jul 2025

Cricket flour pasta offers a safe, sustainable protein alternative

A 10% cricket flour blend in pasta enhances protein and minerals, offering a sustainable solution to malnutrition without compromising safety or flavor.

11 Jul 2025

Does pomegranate seed oil really help your heart? New research weighs the evidence

This review explores the potential of punicic acid in pomegranate seed oil as a nutraceutical for cardiovascular health. While preclinical evidence is promising, robust human trials are needed to confirm its benefits.

10 Jul 2025

Pasta gets a protein upgrade with eco-friendly cricket flour

Cricket flour is rich in protein, essential minerals, and healthy fats, offering a sustainable boost to the nutritional quality of wheat pasta. Adding just 10% cricket flour to pasta significantly improves nutrient content and meets daily amino acid requirements while ensuring food safety.

10 Jul 2025

Does soup really work when you’re down with cold or flu?

A systematic review found that chicken-based and vegetable-enriched soups may modestly reduce the severity and duration of acute respiratory tract infections. However, stronger evidence is needed before soup can be recommended as a clinical treatment.

10 Jul 2025

Are sweeteners really making our children’s diets healthier?

Higher consumption of low-calorie sweetened (LCS) products among UK children was not consistently linked to reduced free sugar intake, and may reflect less healthy overall dietary patterns. Over 11 years, improvements in dietary quality were slowest among those consuming the most LCS products.

29 Jun 2025

New brain study explains why some pain becomes chronic

A new study reveals that when we experience short-term (acute) pain, the brain has a built-in way to dial down pain signals - like pressing the brakes - to keep them from going into overdrive.

20 Jun 2025

Iodine fortification urged as plant-based milk rise in popularity

Iodine content in plant-based milks is often insufficient, risking deficiencies that affect metabolism and public health, especially in reproductive-age women.

20 Jun 2025

Researchers explore new approach to target rare epileptic disorders

Humans have tens of thousands of genes, many of which produce proteins essential to basic bodily functions.

18 Jun 2025

Can salt substitutes lower blood pressure in diabetes? A new Cochrane review aims to find out

Researchers will systematically review whether replacing regular sodium salt with alternatives like potassium or magnesium salts helps lower blood pressure in adults with diabetes. The protocol outlines a rigorous plan to evaluate blood pressure effects, safety, and adherence using data from RCTs and quasi-RCTs.

18 Jun 2025

PDE3 inhibitors show promise in promoting bone growth

Bone growth occurs through the proliferation of specialized cells of the cartilage tissue, known as chondrocytes, on either end of a bone.

17 Jun 2025

Berries pack more fiber and antioxidants than America’s most-eaten fruits

Replacing one daily serving of commonly eaten fruits like apples or bananas with berries significantly boosts nutrient density in USDA dietary patterns. The modeling analysis showed notable gains in anthocyanins, fiber, and vitamins, with only modest cost increases.

16 Jun 2025

Meal and sleep timing play key roles in diabetes prevention

High-resolution digital tracking reveals how daily habits, meal timing, sleep, and physical activity shape metabolic risk for type 2 diabetes. Meal timing, sleep patterns, and activity windows each play distinct roles in insulin resistance and glucose control.

12 Jun 2025

Modified DASH diet shows blood pressure benefits for adults with diabetes

An estimated 38.1 million adults in the United States had diagnosed diabetes in 2021, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

11 Jun 2025

Back-to-basics, 'not fad' diets beat heart disease and diabetes

This review examines dietary interventions that can improve cardiometabolic health, highlighting the role of whole foods in reducing heart disease and diabetes.

4 Jun 2025