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New research sheds light on gut-kidney axis in diabetes and diabetic nephropathy

Researchers explored gut microbiota composition to evaluate the association between the microbes and diabetic clinical phenotypes.

2 Aug 2023

Survey highlights substantial gaps in knowledge about maternal health

Most people know it isn't safe to smoke or drink alcohol while pregnant, and most know that how well a pregnant person takes care of their health affects the health of their baby.

1 Aug 2023

The effects of oxidative stress on women’s fertility

Scientists review existing literature to assess the relationship between oxidative stress and female infertility.

1 Aug 2023

The role of vitamins, minerals, and intestinal microbiota in heart disease development in adults and children

Researchers discuss how certain minerals and vitamins impact the development and progression of CVDs in adults and children.

31 Jul 2023

Microbial cell factories produce eco-friendly food and cosmetic compounds

Despite decades of global population growth, global food crisis seems to be at hand yet again because the food productivity is cut severely due to prolonged presence of abnormal weather from intensifying climate change and global food supply chain is deteriorated due to international conflicts such as wars exacerbating food shortages and nutritional inequality around the globe.

28 Jul 2023

The role of diet in the management of retinal vein occlusion

Researchers investigate the potential impact of dietary habits on retinal vein occlusion.

27 Jul 2023

The association of dietary patterns with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia symptomology

A new paper discusses the impact of diet on the risk of AD, in which researchers describe the interrelationship between specific nutrients, dietary patterns, other risk factors for AD, and psychosocial factors driving these patterns.

24 Jul 2023

Can a low-bacterial diet improve outcomes for neutropenic cancer patients?

Scientists have reviewed the existing literature to provide evidence of the effectiveness of the low-bacterial diet in neutropenic cancer patients.

20 Jul 2023

Researchers convert β-Pinene into renewable feedstock for sustainable paracetamol and ibuprofen

Researchers have developed scalable processes to convert β-pinene into 4-IPEC, a feedstock for synthesizing sustainable versions of paracetamol and ibuprofen.

19 Jul 2023

Does Mediterranean diet adherence impact mental health?

Researchers evaluated the association between maintaining a healthy diet and mental health among Spanish nursing students.

19 Jul 2023

American Heart Association calls for more research on e-cigarettes

Research increasingly reveals health risks of e-cigarette use, and more studies are needed about the long-term impact e-cigarettes may have on the heart and lungs, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association published today in the Association's flagship journal Circulation.

17 Jul 2023

What effect does honey have on human health?

Researchers reviewed existing data on the beneficial impact of honey consumption on human health.

12 Jul 2023

Rising incidence of kiwifruit allergy in children: study highlights severe allergic reactions

Study aimed to compile Kiwifruit allergy recognition patterns to enhance patient management and clinical practice.

6 Jul 2023

New blood test could diagnose bile acid diarrhea

Most people have at some point in their life suffered an intestinal infection or food poisoning forcing them to stay close to the bathroom. It is very uncomfortable. Most of the time, though, it passes quickly.

5 Jul 2023

Beyond the lungs: SARS-CoV-2's multi-organ impact revealed

Researchers present the mechanisms by which SARS-CoV-2 could infect the brain and affect memory.

5 Jul 2023

Spicing up rheumatic disease treatment: Study explores role of herbs and spices in improving patients' condition

Research explores the potential benefits of herbs and spices in rheumatic diseases, highlighting their bioactive compounds and medicinal properties. It provides an updated review of their mechanisms of action and summarizes human studies in Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, and Fibromyalgia.

4 Jul 2023

Need to get Plan B or an HIV test online? Facebook may know about it

Looking for an at-home HIV test on CVS' website is not as private an experience as one might think. An investigation by The Markup and KFF Health News found trackers on CVS.com telling some of the biggest social media and advertising platforms the products customers viewed.

30 Jun 2023

Childhood picky eating habits persist into adulthood, impacting dietary choices

Research examines the association between picky eating in early childhood and its long-term effects on food consumption patterns and weight status in young adulthood. The study aims to provide insights into the relationship between picky eating and dietary habits, as well as potential implications for weight management.

29 Jun 2023

From deserts to desserts: cacti components for new functional foods

Researchers described promising features of using cactus in the food sector, addressing the plant's functional, nutritional, and sustainable qualities.