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New drug combo shows promise in targeting RAS-mutant multiple myeloma

The combination of a drug and a protein fragment prevents the growth of blood cancer cells, a new study in mice shows.

11 Dec 2023

Is there an association between meat and fish consumption and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

The associations between meat and fish consumption and the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

11 Dec 2023

‘Naughty but nice’ Christmas foods can help achieve a better balance of cholesterol, expert says

Finally, there’s good news about many of our favorite Christmas foods. A turkey meal with all – well, most – of the trimmings and a traditional dessert can lower your LDL ‘bad’ cholesterol levels and improve your ratio of HDL good cholesterol, reveals a leading testing expert.

11 Dec 2023

Natural supplements Guayusa tea and Lion’s Mane boost cognitive performance, study finds

Study shows that Guayusa extract and Nordic Lion’s Mane (LM) improve subjective cognitive perception and objective cognitive performance, highlighting their potential benefits in enhancing cognitive functions and mood.

10 Dec 2023

Simple screening tool reveals the prevalence of malnutrition among patients at UNC’s IBD clinic

Eating food and absorbing its nutrients is an everyday occurrence, but this normal activity can look different for someone who suffers from inflammatory bowel disease.

8 Dec 2023

Ashwagandha extracts show promise in reducing stress hormones, study suggests

A systematic review reveals that Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) extracts can effectively reduce cortisol levels in the short term, offering a natural alternative for stress management, though long-term effects remain unexplored.

6 Dec 2023

Exploring the genetic links: Alcohol, smoking, coffee intake, and arthritis risk

The genetic relationship between alcohol consumption, smoking, coffee intake, and the risk of arthritis.

6 Dec 2023

Mediterranean diet linked to improved sperm quality

A study in the journal Nutrients finds that adherence to the Mediterranean diet positively correlates with improved sperm parameters in men. This observational cross-sectional study, involving 300 non-obese males, revealed that higher adherence to the diet is associated with better sperm motility, morphology, viability, and count, suggesting that diet can be a crucial factor in male fertility.

5 Dec 2023

Link between gut dysbiosis and chronic diseases explored in new study

Study explores the ecological causes of gut dysbiosis and its link to human diseases, revealing how imbalances in gut microbiota composition, influenced by host-derived factors like oxygen and nitrate, contribute to various chronic conditions.

5 Dec 2023

Study: 90% of pregnant women lack key vitamins necessary for healthy pregnancies and infant wellbeing

Pregnant women are not getting the essential nutrients they and their babies need from modern diets say scientists, who have warned that the situation will likely worsen as more people turn to plant-based foods.

5 Dec 2023

How dietary restrictions, including intermittent fasting, impact gut microbiota and overall human health

Preclinical and clinical data to analyze gut microbial alterations in various dietary conditions.

5 Dec 2023

Carrot juice boosts immune response, cuts inflammation, new study reveals

A study in the journal Nutrients by Danish researchers shows that consuming carrot juice, rich in falcarinol and falcarindiol, influences acute inflammatory mediators and innate immune responses in human blood.

4 Dec 2023

Brown seaweed emerges as a potent ally in diabetes control

A study in the journal Nutrients found that brown seaweed consumption (BSC) effectively manages type 2 diabetes (T2D) risk and regulates blood glucose levels in patients.

4 Dec 2023

Vegan diet outperforms omnivorous in cardiometabolic health, twin study reveals

In a JAMA Network Open study, researchers found that an eight-week vegan diet intervention in adult identical twins led to significant improvements in cardiometabolic health, including reduced LDL cholesterol and fasting insulin levels, compared to an omnivorous diet.

4 Dec 2023

UCLA studies unravel metabolic pathways in prostate cancer treatment

Two new studies led by researchers from the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center give insight into how cells use energy to influence the way prostate tumors survive and grow -; advancements that can help explain why some prostate cancers become resistant to hormone therapy, the most commonly used treatment for men with advanced stages of the disease.

4 Dec 2023

Weight loss leads to dynamical changes in brain function and gut microbiome

Worldwide, more than one billion people are obese. Obesity is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and some cancers. But permanently losing weight isn’t easy: complex interactions between body systems such as gut physiology, hormones, and the brain are known to work against it. One method for weight loss is intermittent energy restriction (IER), where days of relative fasting alternate with days of eating normally.

4 Dec 2023

New drug combination may improve treatment for rare nerve sheath tumors

Combining a pair of experimental drugs may help treat malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors with fewer harmful side effects, according to preliminary animal studies led by investigators at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and Johns Hopkins Drug Discovery.

1 Dec 2023

Study reveals G6PD deficiency linked to higher ADHD risk and increased use of stimulant medications

The risk of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) among glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD)-deficient individuals.

1 Dec 2023

Navy beans may improve gut health and metabolism in colorectal cancer survivors

Incorporating navy beans into the diet of colorectal cancer (CRC) survivors has the potential to positively impact both gut and host health by modulating markers linked to obesity and disease, according to new research from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

30 Nov 2023

Exploring 'food noise': Study sheds light on eating thoughts and obesity treatment breakthroughs

Study delves into the concept of 'food noise,' referring to persistent thoughts about eating, and assesses its impact on eating behaviors and obesity treatments. It explores how GLP-1RAs, a class of drugs used for weight management, might influence food cue reactivity, potentially offering new insights into obesity treatment and the psychological aspects of eating behaviors.

30 Nov 2023

Nutrients News and Research

New drug combo shows promise in targeting RAS-mutant multiple myeloma

Is there an association between meat and fish consumption and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

‘Naughty but nice’ Christmas foods can help achieve a better balance of cholesterol, expert says

Natural supplements Guayusa tea and Lion’s Mane boost cognitive performance, study finds

Simple screening tool reveals the prevalence of malnutrition among patients at UNC’s IBD clinic

Ashwagandha extracts show promise in reducing stress hormones, study suggests

Exploring the genetic links: Alcohol, smoking, coffee intake, and arthritis risk

Mediterranean diet linked to improved sperm quality

Link between gut dysbiosis and chronic diseases explored in new study

Study: 90% of pregnant women lack key vitamins necessary for healthy pregnancies and infant wellbeing

How dietary restrictions, including intermittent fasting, impact gut microbiota and overall human health

Carrot juice boosts immune response, cuts inflammation, new study reveals

Brown seaweed emerges as a potent ally in diabetes control

Vegan diet outperforms omnivorous in cardiometabolic health, twin study reveals

UCLA studies unravel metabolic pathways in prostate cancer treatment

Weight loss leads to dynamical changes in brain function and gut microbiome

New drug combination may improve treatment for rare nerve sheath tumors

Study reveals G6PD deficiency linked to higher ADHD risk and increased use of stimulant medications

Navy beans may improve gut health and metabolism in colorectal cancer survivors

Exploring 'food noise': Study sheds light on eating thoughts and obesity treatment breakthroughs

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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