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Breakthrough in detecting adulteration in ginseng supplements

Rosalee Hellberg, an associate professor in Chapman University's Food Science Program, and her research team have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against adulteration in dietary supplements.

8 Oct 2024

Key triggers for food allergies in children after organ transplants

Study reviews transplant-acquired food allergies, focusing on pediatric patients, particularly liver transplant recipients. It explores immune system dysfunction, immunosuppressive agents, and gut microbiota changes as contributors to the rise of food allergies after organ transplants.

23 Sep 2024

These Alabama workers were swamped by medical debt. Then their employer stepped in.

Like most medical offices, the small suite of exam rooms at the PhiferCares Clinic fills daily with patients seeking help with bumps and bruises, sore throats, and stuffy noses.

19 Sep 2024

Eating fruit, oats and rye in childhood may increase type 1 diabetes risk

New research being presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Madrid, Spain (9-13 September), shows that eating fruit, oats and rye in childhood is associated with a higher risk of developing type 1 diabetes (T1D).

9 Sep 2024

FDA set to regulate arsenic and cadmium in baby food

Rice and spinach are staples for babies' and young children's diets, but toxic metals and metalloids found in those foods can cause severe health impacts.

6 Sep 2024

Understanding gluten's role in autoimmunity and inflammation

The interaction between humans and their environment, mediated by nutrition, plays a crucial role in regulating inflammatory responses.

21 Aug 2024

Reassessing the Health Star Rating: New study highlights need for ultra-processed food adjustments

Researchers reassess the Australian and New Zealand Health Star Rating (HSR) given the increasing prevalence of ultra-processed foods.

21 Aug 2024

Tea, coffee, and fruits found to be top contributors to polyphenol intake in study exploring GI inflammation in healthy adults

Researchers estimated dietary polyphenol intake in healthy adults and investigated its associations with gastrointestinal and systemic inflammation markers.

21 Aug 2024

Air-powered computers can be a more reliable, cost-effective way to help prevent blood clots and strokes

A new, air-powered computer sets off alarms when certain medical devices fail. The invention is a more reliable and lower-cost way to help prevent blood clots and strokes -; all without electronic sensors.

14 Aug 2024

Breakthrough study identifies intestinal epithelium's role in celiac disease gluten response

People with celiac disease must navigate everyday life by avoiding gluten, a protein in wheat, rye and barley which can trigger painful symptoms in the gut, impede the absorption of nutrients and raise the risk of other serious long-term issues.

9 Aug 2024

Research warns of long-term health consequences from Ukraine conflict

The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has led to severe humanitarian crises, including widespread food shortages. According to the United Nations World Food Programme, an estimated 11 million Ukrainians-;about one-third of the population-;were at risk of hunger in 2023. This crisis, exacerbated by supply chain disruptions and extreme weather events, could increase diabetes prevalence not only in Ukraine but globally, argue Peter Klimek and Stefan Thurner from the Complexity Science Hub in a commentary published in the journal Science.

9 Aug 2024

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

Study found that bran-enriched corn flour significantly reduces LDL cholesterol levels in adults with elevated cholesterol, while having minimal impact on gut microbiota composition.

8 Aug 2024

Refined corn flour and bran blend significantly lowers LDL cholesterol, study reveals

The findings of the randomized crossover clinical trial, available online now and slated to appear in an upcoming issue of the Journal of Nutrition, reveal simply swapping in foods made from refined corn flour + corn bran can lower LDL cholesterol concentrations by anywhere from 5% - 13.3% in just four weeks.

6 Aug 2024

Innovative array targets methylation in imprinted genes, simplifies epigenetic research

Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed an array that assesses methylation levels of genes located in imprint control regions (ICRs) within the human genome.

25 Jul 2024

Hidden threats in plant-based diets: Rising allergies to lesser-known legumes

Researchers have identified emerging legume allergens like peas, lentils, and lupines, calling for more extensive studies and better diagnostics to manage increasing allergic reactions. The popularity of plant-based diets has brought new allergenic challenges to light.

15 Jul 2024

Study uncovers a potential treatment for food allergies in a naturally occurring plant fiber

A study from the University of Michigan has identified a potential new treatment for food allergies in inulin, a naturally occurring plant fiber commonly used as a supplement, a prebiotic in soda, a replacement for sweeteners and for other products and purposes.

9 Jul 2024

Wheat News and Research

Breakthrough in detecting adulteration in ginseng supplements

Key triggers for food allergies in children after organ transplants

These Alabama workers were swamped by medical debt. Then their employer stepped in.

Eating fruit, oats and rye in childhood may increase type 1 diabetes risk

FDA set to regulate arsenic and cadmium in baby food

Understanding gluten's role in autoimmunity and inflammation

Reassessing the Health Star Rating: New study highlights need for ultra-processed food adjustments

Tea, coffee, and fruits found to be top contributors to polyphenol intake in study exploring GI inflammation in healthy adults

Air-powered computers can be a more reliable, cost-effective way to help prevent blood clots and strokes

Breakthrough study identifies intestinal epithelium's role in celiac disease gluten response

Research warns of long-term health consequences from Ukraine conflict

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

Refined corn flour and bran blend significantly lowers LDL cholesterol, study reveals

Innovative array targets methylation in imprinted genes, simplifies epigenetic research

Hidden threats in plant-based diets: Rising allergies to lesser-known legumes

Study uncovers a potential treatment for food allergies in a naturally occurring plant fiber

INTEGRA Biosciences’ pipettes help to cultivate success in agriculture

Biomarkers of food intake: The key to precision nutrition

Milling and baking slash nutrient levels in wheat flour, new research shows

Plant-based meats may boost heart health despite being ultra-processed, study finds

Decoding Cannabis: Differentiating Hemp and Marijuana

Deciphering the Microbiome with The Microsetta Initiative

Leveraging the power of automation to boost research

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