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Gut microbes and the body work together to regulate fat metabolism

Beneficial gut microbes and the body work together to fine-tune fat metabolism and cholesterol levels, according to a new preclinical study by investigators from Weill Cornell Medicine and the Boyce Thompson Institute at Cornell University's Ithaca campus.

9 Jan 2025

These veggie-packed brownies might just be the game-changer your diet needs!

Researchers modify a traditional brownie recipe by replacing butter with plant-based ingredients.

8 Jan 2025

Can a mushroom protein bar improve memory? Study suggests cognitive benefits of Termitomyces fuliginosus

The FCM protein snack bar, rich in amino acids and antioxidants, improves brain function and memory accuracy in just six weeks, according to recent research.

28 Oct 2024

How gut microbiome and fiber diversity shape chronic disease outcomes

Review explores how different types of dietary fibers interact with the gut microbiome, influencing chronic disease risks like obesity, cancer, and cardiometabolic conditions, while emphasizing the need for personalized dietary interventions.

13 Oct 2024

Updated Food Compass 2.0 improves food health ratings using new diet data

Food Compass 2.0 refines the original nutrient profiling system by incorporating updated health data and ingredient assessments. This system offers more accurate scoring of foods and beverages, promoting healthier dietary choices globally.

13 Oct 2024

Study: People with a sweet tooth at higher risk of developing depression, diabetes, and stroke

People with a preference for sweets are at a higher risk of developing depression, diabetes, and suffering a stroke, according to new research from the University of Surrey.

9 Oct 2024

High-fiber diets transform gut microbiome, improving health across multiple diseases

Researchers identified two competing guilds of gut bacteria, one beneficial and one harmful, which can predict health outcomes and treatment success in diseases like type 2 diabetes.

8 Oct 2024

Eating more beans leads to weight loss and better nutrition

Adults who consume beans show higher intake of essential nutrients, better diet quality, and improved weight outcomes, highlighting the health benefits of beans.

8 Oct 2024

Greater bean and pulse intake linked to improved nutrient intake and diet quality in American adults

New research showing the association between greater bean and pulse consumption and improved shortfall nutrient intakes and a higher diet quality in American adults will be presented during the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (the Academy) Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) 2024 in Minneapolis, MN.

4 Oct 2024

Could microalgae be the secret weapon to ending global hunger and saving the planet?

Researchers highlight the potential of commercially farmed microalgae to combat global undernutrition by providing essential nutrients and reducing environmental impacts.

26 Sep 2024

How plant-based, Mediterranean, and Western diets affect gut microbiota and disease

Researchers examine how different dietary components affect the gut microbiome and development of non-communicable diseases.

20 Sep 2024

Low-carb diets exceed nutrient needs and promote heart health by improving key dietary ratios

Study reveals that well-designed low-carbohydrate diets can meet or exceed essential nutrient requirements while promoting favorable fatty acid and sodium-to-potassium ratios, which may reduce chronic disease risks.

5 Sep 2024

New computational tool accurately assesses health through gut microbiome analysis

A team of Mayo Clinic researchers has developed an innovative computational tool that analyzes the gut microbiome, a complex ecosystem of trillions of bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microorganisms within the digestive system, to provide insights into overall well-being.

3 Sep 2024

Metabolic syndrome risk: The role of diet in young adults

Researchers found that young adults following a Legume-Nut diet with irregular physical activity have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome, while those on an Egg-Vegetable diet face a lower risk. Regular physical activity significantly modifies these risks.

3 Sep 2024

Dietary Fiber News and Research

Gut microbes and the body work together to regulate fat metabolism

These veggie-packed brownies might just be the game-changer your diet needs!

Can a mushroom protein bar improve memory? Study suggests cognitive benefits of Termitomyces fuliginosus

How gut microbiome and fiber diversity shape chronic disease outcomes

Updated Food Compass 2.0 improves food health ratings using new diet data

Study: People with a sweet tooth at higher risk of developing depression, diabetes, and stroke

High-fiber diets transform gut microbiome, improving health across multiple diseases

Eating more beans leads to weight loss and better nutrition

Greater bean and pulse intake linked to improved nutrient intake and diet quality in American adults

Could microalgae be the secret weapon to ending global hunger and saving the planet?

How plant-based, Mediterranean, and Western diets affect gut microbiota and disease

Low-carb diets exceed nutrient needs and promote heart health by improving key dietary ratios

New computational tool accurately assesses health through gut microbiome analysis

Metabolic syndrome risk: The role of diet in young adults

Understanding gluten's role in autoimmunity and inflammation

Bran-enriched corn flour lowers LDL cholesterol in adults with elevated levels, study finds

Healthy diet and exercise can mitigate genetic risk for type 2 diabetes, study finds

The real cost of processed foods: How Western diets are harming global health

New research reveals keto diet’s impact on cholesterol and gut microbiome

Study finds link between healthy diet with less sugar and younger biological age

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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