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Intestinal MCT1 plays a crucial role in sex-dependent metabolic regulation

Monocarboxylate transporter 1 (MCT1) plays a crucial role in the transport of lactate, pyruvate, ketone bodies, and short-chain fatty acids (SCFA), as well as MCT1-targeted drugs in various tissues.

14 Nov 2023

Dietary sodium intake significantly impacts blood pressure, reveals comprehensive study

The JAMA study finds individual blood pressure responses to dietary sodium variations are consistent across different subgroups, including those on antihypertensive medications, suggesting a universal effect of sodium intake on blood pressure in a diverse population.

14 Nov 2023

Vegan diet with soy significantly reduces hot flashes in postmenopausal women

A low-fat vegan diet that includes soy fosters changes in the gut microbiome that decrease postmenopausal vasomotor symptoms, or hot flashes, overall by 95%, according to a new study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

14 Nov 2023

Drinking coffee regularly may help prevent irritable bowel syndrome

Study reveals that coffee consumption is associated with a reduced risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), as determined by a systematic review and meta-analysis of global studies.

14 Nov 2023

New EU project aims to promote healthy and eco-friendly Mediterranean lifestyle

Within the past few decades, dietary habits have shifted dramatically toward the consumption of ultra-processed foods and drinks (UPFDs).

14 Nov 2023

Eating in a ten-hour window has positive health benefits

Eating in a ten-hour window is associated with higher energy and mood and lower hunger levels, new results from the largest UK community science study of its kind shows .

14 Nov 2023

New research reveals broccoli sprouts may alleviate Crohn's disease symptoms in youth

The impact of broccoli sprouts and its role in resolving Crohn’s disease symptoms.

14 Nov 2023

Does narcissism drive our body image and dietary choices?

Study evaluates the relationship between narcissism and body image concerns, revealing how narcissistic traits influence desires for thinness and muscularity, and related dietary behaviors, with variations noted across genders.

13 Nov 2023

Rat study suggests hemodialysis plus ketogenic diet could enhance cancer treatment

The study in Scientific Reports investigates the potential of hemodialysis (HD) to sustain elevated blood ketone levels in rats on a ketogenic diet, exploring its use as an adjunct in cancer treatment. Results show that HD maintains ketone levels while reducing glucose and insulin, suggesting a possible enhancement in cancer treatment efficacy.

13 Nov 2023

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

Intensive blood pressure treatment lowers risk of cardiovascular events in high-risk patients

An intensive three-year intervention to lower the top blood pressure number to less than 120 mm Hg was more effective at preventing death, heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular events in adults at high risk for cardiovascular disease, compared to the standard treatment target of under 140 mm Hg, according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023.

13 Nov 2023

Climate change may affect our brain structure, function, and health

A new element of the catastrophic impacts of climate change is emerging – how global warming is impacting the human brain.

13 Nov 2023

Study finds rapid blood pressure reduction with low-sodium diet

Reducing daily sodium intake by around 4,000 mg/day significantly lowered systolic blood pressure in more than 70% of adults, ages 50 to 75, in as little as one week compared to their usual diet, according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023.

13 Nov 2023

Single injection of new medication effectively eliminates Lp(a) for nearly one year

In the first human trial of a new therapeutic, a single injection of lepodisiran reduced levels of lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), to undetectable levels for nearly one year, according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023.

13 Nov 2023

Revolutionizing critical care: the potential of gut microbiota therapeutics

The curative potential and limitations of gut microbiome-based therapeutics in critical illnesses.

13 Nov 2023

Vitamin D supplementation may reduce future dementia risk, study suggests

Everyone knows that vitamin D is vital for healthy bones and a stronger immune system but could low levels be a major driver of Alzheimer’s and age-related cognitive decline?

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

Lowering sodium intake can help reduce blood pressure

Nearly everyone can lower their blood pressure, even people currently on blood pressure-reducing drugs, by lowering their sodium intake, reports a new study from Northwestern Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

11 Nov 2023

Clinical trial underway for novel human milk-based microbiome therapy

In a breakthrough for human milk science, researchers at City of Hope, Los Angeles, have dosed the first patient in a Phase 2a clinical trial evaluating a novel therapy for blood cancer patients undergoing allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

10 Nov 2023

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Intestinal MCT1 plays a crucial role in sex-dependent metabolic regulation

Dietary sodium intake significantly impacts blood pressure, reveals comprehensive study

Vegan diet with soy significantly reduces hot flashes in postmenopausal women

Drinking coffee regularly may help prevent irritable bowel syndrome

New EU project aims to promote healthy and eco-friendly Mediterranean lifestyle

Eating in a ten-hour window has positive health benefits

New research reveals broccoli sprouts may alleviate Crohn's disease symptoms in youth

Does narcissism drive our body image and dietary choices?

Rat study suggests hemodialysis plus ketogenic diet could enhance cancer treatment

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

Intensive blood pressure treatment lowers risk of cardiovascular events in high-risk patients

Climate change may affect our brain structure, function, and health

Study finds rapid blood pressure reduction with low-sodium diet

Single injection of new medication effectively eliminates Lp(a) for nearly one year

Revolutionizing critical care: the potential of gut microbiota therapeutics

Vitamin D supplementation may reduce future dementia risk, study suggests

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

Lowering sodium intake can help reduce blood pressure

Clinical trial underway for novel human milk-based microbiome therapy

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