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Lactating mice expose their feeding pups to triclosan resulting in early signs of liver damage

In mouse studies, researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine report that lactating mothers expose their feeding pups to triclosan, an antimicrobial commonly used in consumer products, resulting in early signs of liver damage that can eventually lead to more serious impairment and illness, such as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH).

28 Jul 2022

People who eat more ultra-processed foods may have higher risk of dementia

People who eat the highest amounts of ultra-processed foods like soft drinks, chips and cookies may have a higher risk of developing dementia than those who eat the lowest amounts, according to a new study published in the July 27, 2022, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

27 Jul 2022

Gut bacterial 'super-producer' of histamine can cause pain flare-ups in some IBS patients

Researchers from McMaster University and Queen's University have discovered a gut bacterial 'super-producer' of histamine that can cause pain flare-ups in some patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

27 Jul 2022

Researchers unravel how one gut bacterium influences immunity

From immunity to metabolism to mental health, it seems like the gut microbiome has been linked to every aspect of human health and disease.

27 Jul 2022

India, Pakistan tackle backslide in child immunizations

India and other South Asian countries must deal with a dangerous backslide in routine infant vaccinations during 2019—2021 brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions imposed to counter its spread, say UNICEF officials.

27 Jul 2022

'Western style' diet high in fat and sugar can negatively affect breast milk and baby's health

A diet high in sugar and fat such as burgers, fries and fizzy drinks can negatively affect a new mother's breast milk and baby's health even before the child is conceived.

27 Jul 2022

Share of tweets about healthy foods increased by 20% during the pandemic, analysis finds

From May 2020 to January 2021, the share of tweets about healthy foods increased by 20 percent compared to pre-pandemic estimates, while fast-food and alcohol tweets decreased by 9 percent and 11 percent, respectively.

26 Jul 2022

Cocoa reduces blood pressure and arterial stiffness, study finds

Cocoa only reduces blood pressure and arterial stiffness when elevated, a new study from the University of Surrey finds.

26 Jul 2022

PFAS exposure harms people's health and undermines America's economy

Daily exposure to a class of chemicals used in the production of many household items may lead to cancer, thyroid disease, and childhood obesity, a new study shows.

26 Jul 2022

Green tea extract consumption can reduce blood sugar levels and improve gut health

New research in people with a cluster of heart disease risk factors has shown that consuming green tea extract for four weeks can reduce blood sugar levels and improve gut health by lowering inflammation and decreasing "leaky gut."

26 Jul 2022

COVID-19 related acute muscle loss linked to worse outcomes

Researchers investigate acute sarcopenia prevalence in COVID-19 patients and the outcomes of this complication.

25 Jul 2022

Black patients have higher risk of advanced vision loss after glaucoma diagnosis compared to whites

Black patients have a dramatically higher risk of advanced vision loss after a new diagnosis of primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) when compared to white patients, according to a new study from New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai (NYEE).

25 Jul 2022

Exposure to extreme heat linked with malnutrition among children in low-income countries

Exposure to extreme heat increases both chronic and acute malnutrition among infants and young children in low-income countries – threatening to reverse decades of progress, Cornell research finds.

25 Jul 2022

Potassium-rich diets linked with lower blood pressure in women with high salt intake

Women who eat bananas, avocados and salmon could reduce the negative effects of salt in the diet, according to a study published today in European Heart Journal, a journal of the European Society of Cardiology.

22 Jul 2022

Study examines how COVID-19 pandemic has affected the food environments of rural Latino immigrants

Food insecurity is a major public health issue that, under normal circumstances, has profound impacts on socially and geographically marginalized populations.

21 Jul 2022

Researchers discover new chromosomal section effective against diseases in oats

Whether you opt for a crunchy granola bar, mushy bowl of oatmeal, or smooth glass of oat milk, it is clear oats are gaining popularity - both with consumers and breeders. Oats provide a naturally gluten-free source of nutrition, with proven health benefits for humans and livestock.

21 Jul 2022

Women a history of endometriosis may have greater stroke risk

A large, prospective study found that women with endometriosis may have a higher risk of stroke compared to women without the chronic inflammatory condition, according to new research published today in Stroke, the peer-reviewed flagship journal of the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association.

21 Jul 2022

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Lactating mice expose their feeding pups to triclosan resulting in early signs of liver damage

People who eat more ultra-processed foods may have higher risk of dementia

Gut bacterial 'super-producer' of histamine can cause pain flare-ups in some IBS patients

Researchers unravel how one gut bacterium influences immunity

India, Pakistan tackle backslide in child immunizations

'Western style' diet high in fat and sugar can negatively affect breast milk and baby's health

Share of tweets about healthy foods increased by 20% during the pandemic, analysis finds

Cocoa reduces blood pressure and arterial stiffness, study finds

PFAS exposure harms people's health and undermines America's economy

Green tea extract consumption can reduce blood sugar levels and improve gut health

COVID-19 related acute muscle loss linked to worse outcomes

Black patients have higher risk of advanced vision loss after glaucoma diagnosis compared to whites

Exposure to extreme heat linked with malnutrition among children in low-income countries

Potassium-rich diets linked with lower blood pressure in women with high salt intake

Study examines how COVID-19 pandemic has affected the food environments of rural Latino immigrants

Researchers discover new chromosomal section effective against diseases in oats

Women a history of endometriosis may have greater stroke risk

UK study finds an increase in cardiovascular diseases and diabetes up to 12 months after COVID-19

Study reveals link between feeding of raw meat to pet dogs and presence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria

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