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Optimal hydration post-exercise: Study compares sodium and carbohydrate levels in sports drinks for effective rehydration

In this study, researchers compared the effectiveness of sports drinks with varying carbohydrate and sodium levels for rehydrating athletes post-exercise, finding that drinks with higher sodium and lower carbohydrate content were more effective for rapid and complete rehydration. The study highlighted the importance of beverage composition in athlete recovery and hydration strategies.

13 Nov 2023

Researchers improve the system for stratifying mortality risk of variceal bleeding

Approximately half of patients with advanced liver disease have varicose veins in the esophagus and stomach, and a more than a fifth of them experience bleeding from these varices into the digestive tract.

13 Nov 2023

Willow bark may be the source of a new antiviral drug

Scientists have found that specially processed samples of willow bark extract have an antiviral effect which isn’t seen in already known medical compounds from willow bark, such as salicylic acid, the precursor to modern aspirin.

13 Nov 2023

UK regulator approves a diabetes drug for weight management in obese and overweight patients

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today (8 November 2023) authorised via a national application route, a new indication for the diabetes medicine, Mounjaro (tirzepatide), for weight loss and weight management in adults aged 18 and over.

13 Nov 2023

Food allergies may be linked to increased cardiovascular death risk, study finds

Sensitivity to common food allergens such as dairy and peanuts could be an important and previously unappreciated cause of heart disease, new research suggests – and the increased risk for cardiovascular death includes people without obvious food allergies.

13 Nov 2023

Brazzein and monellin: Safe alternatives to sugar, new research confirms

Toxicity assessments of monellin and brazzein.

10 Nov 2023

Charting the future of IBD treatment: From immune modulators to microRNA therapies

In a recent study published in the journal eGastroenterology, researchers delved into the latest therapeutic strategies for managing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. The paper discusses emerging treatments ranging from immune-modulating drugs and biologics to novel approaches like microRNA upregulators and stem cell therapies, highlighting the need for precision medicine in IBD care.

8 Nov 2023

Study shows linear associations between body mass index and site-specific tumors in young males

The associations between body mass index (BMI) among young males and new-onset site-specific tumors.

8 Nov 2023

High BMI in late teens linked to higher risk of 17 different cancers later in life

Men who are overweight or obese at age 18 have a higher risk of 17 different cancers later in life. This has been shown in a study at the University of Gothenburg.

6 Nov 2023

Nutrition and aging: A two-way relationship

With so much hype in the media about miracle diets and nutritional supplements, one is invariably tempted to look for a single, food-based magic bullet that will increase the likelihood of living a longer, healthier life.

3 Nov 2023

Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Recent research underscores the importance of careful management of elimination diets in children with food allergies, ensuring nutritional balance and support for growth. The study advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to help children avoid allergens without compromising their overall health and development.

2 Nov 2023

Sweet truths: Could blackcurrant and citrus extracts help prevent type 2 diabetes?

In a recent study, European researchers found that blackcurrant (BC) extracts can lower blood sugar levels immediately after meals, but higher doses aren't more effective and fruit fibers don't boost the effect. Despite limitations, the study offers new directions for researching dietary interventions in managing type 2 diabetes and blood glucose levels.

1 Nov 2023

Study uncovers interplay of lifestyle choices and DNA methylation in gastric neoplasia risk

A new paper in The Lancet eBioMedicine explores whether these changes predict the future risk of stomach tumors and how epigenetic changes interact with environmental and lifestyle factors in this process.

30 Oct 2023

Moderate wine consumption may reduce the risk of some cancers

A meta-analysis published in Frontiers in Nutrition finds no link between moderate wine consumption and increased cancer risk; instead, it suggests that wine may have protective effects against certain types of tumors. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and understand the mechanisms involved.

26 Oct 2023

AI-designed drug candidate shows promise for gastric acid inhibition

Researchers at Nagoya University in Japan created and improved artificial intelligence (AI) designs to synthesize a candidate compound for a new gastric acid inhibitor with a better binding affinity than existing drugs.

26 Oct 2023

In acute myocardial infarction patients, does adding a traditional Chinese medicine compound to standard treatments improve outcomes?

Researchers investigated whether Tongxinluo, a Chinese medicinal compound, could improve clinical outcomes among ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction patients.

26 Oct 2023

Red grape polyphenol, resveratrol: a multifaceted therapeutic powerhouse under review

The therapeutic potential of resveratrol, a red grape polyphenol.

25 Oct 2023

Epidemic: What good is a vaccine when there is no rice?

The 1970s was the deadliest decade in the "entire history of Bangladesh," said environmental historian Iftekhar Iqbal

24 Oct 2023

Could the microbiome hold the key to diagnosing and treating biliary tract cancer?

A recent study in "Microorganisms" delves into the relationship between the microbiome and biliary tract cancer, revealing distinct microbial compositions in patients compared to healthy individuals. This research highlights potential diagnostic biomarkers and suggests that altering gut microbial composition might enhance responses to cancer immunotherapy.

24 Oct 2023

Potato starch supplement may help prevent gvhd in bone marrow transplant patients

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Michigan conducted a phase I pilot study to assess the feasibility of using potato starch as a dietary intervention to modify the gut microbiome in bone marrow transplant patients.

19 Oct 2023

Stomach News and Research

Optimal hydration post-exercise: Study compares sodium and carbohydrate levels in sports drinks for effective rehydration

Researchers improve the system for stratifying mortality risk of variceal bleeding

Willow bark may be the source of a new antiviral drug

UK regulator approves a diabetes drug for weight management in obese and overweight patients

Food allergies may be linked to increased cardiovascular death risk, study finds

Brazzein and monellin: Safe alternatives to sugar, new research confirms

Charting the future of IBD treatment: From immune modulators to microRNA therapies

Study shows linear associations between body mass index and site-specific tumors in young males

High BMI in late teens linked to higher risk of 17 different cancers later in life

Nutrition and aging: A two-way relationship

Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Sweet truths: Could blackcurrant and citrus extracts help prevent type 2 diabetes?

Study uncovers interplay of lifestyle choices and DNA methylation in gastric neoplasia risk

Moderate wine consumption may reduce the risk of some cancers

AI-designed drug candidate shows promise for gastric acid inhibition

In acute myocardial infarction patients, does adding a traditional Chinese medicine compound to standard treatments improve outcomes?

Red grape polyphenol, resveratrol: a multifaceted therapeutic powerhouse under review

Epidemic: What good is a vaccine when there is no rice?

Could the microbiome hold the key to diagnosing and treating biliary tract cancer?

Potato starch supplement may help prevent gvhd in bone marrow transplant patients

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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