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First-in-human clinical trial of liver dialysis device successfully completed

The first successful in-patient trial of liver dialysis* has been completed by researchers from UCL, the Royal Free Hospital, UCL spin-out Yaqrit and their collaborators.

31 May 2023

Arctic avengers: New microbial strains unleashed in the fight against plastic pollution

Researchers discover new microbial strains that can break down biodegradable plastic films.

31 May 2023

CSEM collaborates with innovative Swiss start-up MOMM diagnostics to introduce revolutionary preeclampsia test

CSEM’s Tools for Life Sciences team is partnering with MOMM Diagnostics to develop a cutting-edge point-of-care solution for preeclampsia diagnostics. This ground-breaking multiplexed sensing device simultaneously detects two crucial biomarkers associated with this prevalent disease.

From CSEM 31 May 2023

Red alert on energy drinks: Severe health risks for kids and teens

Research investigates the adverse health effects associated with energy drink consumption in children and adolescents. The study highlights the impact on different organ systems, the role of trigger factors, and the presence of preexisting health conditions.

30 May 2023

Boiled coffee overload: Consuming six or more cups daily linked to higher dementia and Alzheimer's risk

Researchers examine the potential relationship between tea and coffee consumption during midlife and the risk of developing dementia in later life.

30 May 2023

Almond milk yogurt tops the list in a nutritional comparison of plant-based and dairy yogurts

In a nutritional comparison of plant-based and dairy yogurts, almond milk yogurt came out on top, according to research led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst food science major.

30 May 2023

Memory boost with multivitamins: Study reveals improved cognitive function in older adults

Researchers investigate whether one year of supplementation with multivitamins could improve hippocampus-mediated cognition and memory in older adults.

29 May 2023

Diet low in flavanols linked to age-related memory loss

A large-scale study led by researchers at Columbia and Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard is the first to establish that a diet low in flavanols - nutrients found in certain fruits and vegetables - drives age-related memory loss.

29 May 2023

New research shows astrocytes are key to swaying the pendulum in Alzheimer's disease progression

Why do some people develop Alzheimer's disease while others don't? And, even more puzzlingly, why do many individuals whose brains are chock-full of toxic amyloid aggregates - a telltale sign of Alzheimer's brain pathology - never go on to develop Alzheimer's-associated dementias?

29 May 2023

Are inadequate culinary skills among undergraduate students associated with obesity and overweight?

Researchers investigated the association between the culinary skills of undergraduate students and their chances of being obese.

26 May 2023

The most important meal of the day: daily breakfast consumption patterns in European adolescents

A recent study published in Nutrients examined daily breakfast consumption (DBC) patterns in adolescents from 23 European countries.

26 May 2023

Are US adolescents aware of the health risks associated with consuming sugar-sweetened beverages?

Researchers discussed the correlation between health risk awareness and sugar-sweetened beverages.

25 May 2023

Use of bee pollen as a nutrient source

Researchers evaluated using bee pollen as a nutrient source.

25 May 2023

Daily multivitamin supplementation holds promise to protect cognitive health in older adults

Few effective strategies have been shown in randomized clinical trials to improve memory or slow cognitive decline among older adults.

25 May 2023

Mediterranean diet shown to be good for health and also the weekly budget

We’ve heard it time and time again – the Mediterranean diet is great for our health. But despite the significant health benefits of this eating plan, a common deterrent is often the expected costs, especially when budgets are tight.

25 May 2023

Microplastics in the digestive tract of seabirds alters gut microbiome, finds study

Scientists have been worried about the potential harms of microplastics for years. These small plastic particles less than 5 mm in length have been found everywhere because of plastic pollution - from the Earth's deep oceans to remote regions in Antarctica, and even the seafood we eat. But, are microplastics really harmful?

25 May 2023

Berry beneficial: Blueberry consumption alleviates abdominal pain in gastrointestinal disorders

Researchers investigate whether blueberry consumption could improve the overall quality of life of individuals with functional gastrointestinal disorders.

24 May 2023

Keto vs. low-fat diets: which is more sustainable in the long term?

Researchers investigated whether commercial weight loss diets meet nutrient requirements.

24 May 2023

Chocoholics rejoice: Regular chocolate consumption linked to slightly lower risk of mortality in women

Researchers examine the relationship between chocolate consumption and mortality in women.

23 May 2023

Scientists unveil a metabolic Achilles' heel in pancreatic cancer

Research unveils the significance of uridine as a metabolic fuel in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA) cells under glucose-deprived conditions. Uridine utilization, mediated by uridine phosphorylase 1 (UPP1), supports redox balance, survival, and proliferation in PDA, highlighting its potential as a novel therapeutic target in the treatment of this resistant cancer.

23 May 2023

Nutrients News and Research

First-in-human clinical trial of liver dialysis device successfully completed

Arctic avengers: New microbial strains unleashed in the fight against plastic pollution

CSEM collaborates with innovative Swiss start-up MOMM diagnostics to introduce revolutionary preeclampsia test

Red alert on energy drinks: Severe health risks for kids and teens

Boiled coffee overload: Consuming six or more cups daily linked to higher dementia and Alzheimer's risk

Almond milk yogurt tops the list in a nutritional comparison of plant-based and dairy yogurts

Memory boost with multivitamins: Study reveals improved cognitive function in older adults

Diet low in flavanols linked to age-related memory loss

New research shows astrocytes are key to swaying the pendulum in Alzheimer's disease progression

Are inadequate culinary skills among undergraduate students associated with obesity and overweight?

The most important meal of the day: daily breakfast consumption patterns in European adolescents

Are US adolescents aware of the health risks associated with consuming sugar-sweetened beverages?

Use of bee pollen as a nutrient source

Daily multivitamin supplementation holds promise to protect cognitive health in older adults

Mediterranean diet shown to be good for health and also the weekly budget

Microplastics in the digestive tract of seabirds alters gut microbiome, finds study

Berry beneficial: Blueberry consumption alleviates abdominal pain in gastrointestinal disorders

Keto vs. low-fat diets: which is more sustainable in the long term?

Chocoholics rejoice: Regular chocolate consumption linked to slightly lower risk of mortality in women

Scientists unveil a metabolic Achilles' heel in pancreatic cancer

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