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Is menopausal hormone therapy associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

The effects of menopausal hormone therapy on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

21 Sep 2023

Unlocking the potential of the ketogenic diet: studies reveal health benefits

Researchers reported on the effects of the ketogenic diet (KD) on various aspects of metabolic and endocrinal health.

20 Sep 2023

Is sucralose the safer sweetener for your gut health?

The study found that consuming a beverage sweetened with sucrose significantly increased bacterial endotoxin levels in the blood, a marker for inflammation and gut barrier dysfunction, while no such effect was observed with sucralose-sweetened drinks. The findings suggest that sucralose may be a safer alternative to sucrose in terms of intestinal health and inflammation.

19 Sep 2023

Coffee, fiber, and the Mediterranean diet are key players in fighting nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

Dietary patterns, foods, and nutrients to ameliorate nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

19 Sep 2023

New study debunks the myth that almonds are bad for weight loss

When it comes to weight loss, nuts can get a bad rap – while they're high in protein, they're also high in fats, and this often deters those looking to shed a few kilos. But new research from the University of South Australia shows that you can eat almonds and lose weight too.

19 Sep 2023

Researchers identify a rare cause of male infertility and discover a potential cure

Researchers investigated the genetic underpinning of asthenozoospermia, the leading cause of male fertility.

18 Sep 2023

Unlocking the power of lectins: BOA emerges as a potent weapon against all SARS-CoV-2 variants

Researchers discover that antiviral lectins like BOA can effectively inhibit SARS-CoV-2 and its variants by targeting spike glycans, opening doors for potential pan-coronavirus treatments. The study reveals that BOA's multivalent interactions make it a potent inhibitor against a range of viral variants, offering promise for future therapeutic strategies.

14 Sep 2023

Could spinach extract accelerate wound healing in those with diabetes?

A recent Scientific Reports study evaluated the effect of spinach extract on wound healing in diabetic rats.

13 Sep 2023

Both high- and normal-protein diets are effective for weight loss in adults with Type 2 diabetes

New findings from the University of Alabama at Birmingham indicate that the type of protein in the diet is not as important as the overall amount of weight loss for those with Type 2 diabetes.

12 Sep 2023

Ketogenic dietary intervention may inhibit onset and progression of neuroendocrine tumors

A recent Cell Death and Disease study evaluated the effect of ketogenic dietary intervention on neuroendocrine tumors.

12 Sep 2023

Buck Institute receives $3.5 million federal grant to lead clinical trial of ketone intervention in older adults

The Buck Institute for Research on Aging has received a $3.5 million federal grant to lead the first-ever double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial to understand the effects of ketone ester supplementation on frailty, a condition of vulnerability which develops following age-related decline in multiple physiological systems.

11 Sep 2023

Ketogenic diet shows promise in addressing hormonal imbalance associated with PCOS

Researchers performed a meta-analysis on the impact of ketogenic diets on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

8 Sep 2023

Keto diet may lower testosterone levels in women with PCOS

The ketogenic (keto) diet may lower testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), according to a new paper published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.

8 Sep 2023

Can brown fat really keep you slim? New study digs into the science of diet-induced thermogenesis

The research paper delves into the role of brown adipose tissue and its protein, UCP1, in diet-induced thermogenesis, questioning whether it could be a key to fighting obesity. Despite some evidence suggesting that brown fat activity could influence weight, the study calls for more research to determine the causality between reduced brown adipose tissue activity and obesity.

7 Sep 2023

Eating for health: how dietary interventions impact pre-diabetic oral and gut microbiome, metabolites and cytokines

Researchers evaluated the impact of two diets on the intestinal and oral microbiota, cytokines, and metabolites of 200 pre-diabetic individuals.

7 Sep 2023

Exploring the benefits of walnut flour in gluten-free bread

Researchers evaluated the physicochemical, sensory, and spectroscopic characteristics of walnut flour (WF) as an ingredient for producing low-carbohydrate bread.

7 Sep 2023

High dietary intake of added sugars could increase the risk of coronary heart disease

The associations between individual dietary sugar types and the risk of coronary heart disease.

6 Sep 2023

Diet sodas trick your saliva: Study reveals how sweetened drinks impact oral enzymes and insulin levels

The study investigates the effects of sweetened beverages on salivary insulin, aspartame, and alpha-amylase levels in healthy young adults. It found that diet soft drinks led to higher salivary aspartame and insulin levels compared to sweetened water, raising questions about artificial sweeteners' impact on metabolic processes.

5 Sep 2023

Gut microbes play a starring role in insulin resistance, opening doors for new diabetes treatments

The study reveals a strong association between gut microbial carbohydrate metabolism and insulin resistance, pointing to gut microbes as a key player in metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes. Targeting these microbial activities could offer a new therapeutic pathway for improving insulin resistance and overall metabolic health.

4 Sep 2023

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

A new paper explores the dietary effects of consuming colorful fruits and vegetables (CFV).

1 Sep 2023

Carbohydrate News and Research

Latest Carbohydrate News and Research

Is menopausal hormone therapy associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

Unlocking the potential of the ketogenic diet: studies reveal health benefits

Is sucralose the safer sweetener for your gut health?

Coffee, fiber, and the Mediterranean diet are key players in fighting nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

New study debunks the myth that almonds are bad for weight loss

Researchers identify a rare cause of male infertility and discover a potential cure

Unlocking the power of lectins: BOA emerges as a potent weapon against all SARS-CoV-2 variants

Could spinach extract accelerate wound healing in those with diabetes?

Both high- and normal-protein diets are effective for weight loss in adults with Type 2 diabetes

Ketogenic dietary intervention may inhibit onset and progression of neuroendocrine tumors

Buck Institute receives $3.5 million federal grant to lead clinical trial of ketone intervention in older adults

Ketogenic diet shows promise in addressing hormonal imbalance associated with PCOS

Keto diet may lower testosterone levels in women with PCOS

Can brown fat really keep you slim? New study digs into the science of diet-induced thermogenesis

Eating for health: how dietary interventions impact pre-diabetic oral and gut microbiome, metabolites and cytokines

Exploring the benefits of walnut flour in gluten-free bread

High dietary intake of added sugars could increase the risk of coronary heart disease

Diet sodas trick your saliva: Study reveals how sweetened drinks impact oral enzymes and insulin levels

Gut microbes play a starring role in insulin resistance, opening doors for new diabetes treatments

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

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

Carbohydrate News and Research

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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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