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High muscle volume in middle age tied to lower cardiovascular disease risk

Middle-aged adults who have more muscle mass have decreased cardiovascular disease, a new study suggests.

12 Nov 2019

Virginia Tech professor wins $1.85 million NIH grant for sepsis research

One drop of blood contains 5,000 neutrophils, the most abundant type of white blood cell that is deployed by the human immune system. Throughout the entire body, a human has 25 billion of these foot soldiers that are relentlessly patrolling to fight invading pathogens.

12 Nov 2019

Cardiac-specific biomarkers may help predict CVD risk factors early

A new review article provides valuable insights into how traditional and emerging cardiac-specific biomarkers and their associated cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors may help point to effective preventive interventions in high-risk obese populations starting at an early stage of disease development.

12 Nov 2019

Depression in middle and older adulthood associated with nutrition

Your diet can put you at risk of depression, according to a new study. The study also found that the likelihood of depression is higher among middle-aged and older women who were immigrants to Canada when compared to Canadian-born women.

12 Nov 2019

FIRS calls for an end to preventable deaths from pneumonia

In support of World Pneumonia Day, Nov. 12, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, of which the American Thoracic Society is a member, calls for an end to preventable pneumonia deaths, ensuring equitable access to interventions for prevention and control of pneumonia.

12 Nov 2019

A child died from Pneumonia every 39 seconds last year, poorest families most affected

New data has revealed that over 800,000 children died from pneumonia last year and that the poorest of society are most at risk.

12 Nov 2019

New blood test for protein biomarkers could identify people in need of treatment

Without occasionally looking under the hood, it's difficult to predict whether expensive car repairs lie ahead. In a similar way, preventive cardiologists are looking for ways to detect early stage heart disease in people who aren't currently in treatment.

11 Nov 2019

Chronic sleep deprivation linked to increased biological aging and cardiovascular disease risk

Getting a good night's sleep is important and insufficient sleep has been linked to poor health in many studies.

11 Nov 2019

Early intervention in preschool can promote a healthy lifestyle

A unique study conducted in a multi-ethnic, underserved community in New York City shows if young adults are properly taught about heart healthy behaviors and strictly adhere to specific interventions, they may see significant benefits to their cardiovascular health when compared to those who do not have any health education intervention, according to Mount Sinai researchers.

11 Nov 2019

Evergreen Life app adds lifestyle and wellness features for its users

A time- and cost-saving NHS-assured GP online services app can reduce patient-GP appointments by 20 per cent a month, potentially slashing assessment and treatment delays.

From Evergreen Life 11 Nov 2019

GlobalData: New unpronounceable ingredients are leaving consumers confused

Gone are the days where whey powder was considered an exotic ingredient. Recently consumers have been exposed to a multitude of ingredients options leading to ingredients overload where consumers can’t keep up in a time where they are looking for simplicity and real ingredients in their purchase decisions.

11 Nov 2019

Health education intervention may promote healthier lifestyle in underserved communities

11 Nov 2019

Impaired liver function during pregnancy can lead to impaired metabolism and weight gain

Impaired liver function during pregnancy may alter gut bacteria composition and increase the risk of obesity in children, according to results presented at The Society for Endocrinology Annual Conference.

11 Nov 2019

HCC and cirrhosis-related deaths may be prevented by lifestyle modifications

Data from a new study presented this week at The Liver Meeting – held by the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases – found that a substantial burden of hepatocellular carcinoma and cirrhosis-related deaths may be prevented by lifestyle modifications to diet, alcohol use and exercise.

10 Nov 2019

Study shows how glucocorticoid hormones control sugar and fat levels over the course of 24 hours

For the first time, a study led by researchers at Helmholtz Zentrum München and the German Center for Diabetes Research shows how glucocorticoid hormones, such as cortisol, control sugar and fat levels differently during day and night, feeding and fasting, rest and activity, over the course of 24 hours.

10 Nov 2019

Many teens may develop nutritional deficiencies years after bariatric surgery

The good news: bariatric surgery can be a life-changer for severely obese teens. Not only do young people experience dramatic weight loss, they also benefit from near-immediate improvement of diabetes plus longer-term reductions in heart health risks.

10 Nov 2019

Substitution of glutamates for salt can reduce sodium intake, study shows

Promising results from a new study published in the journal Nutrients add to accumulating evidence that glutamates such as monosodium glutamate can be used to reduce sodium in the food supply.

8 Nov 2019

Key risk factors, causes of mortality and disability underrepresented in NIH-supported prevention research

A study by National Institutes of Health scientists in the Office of Disease Prevention examined NIH grants and cooperative agreements during fiscal years 2012 through 2017 to determine the alignment of prevention research across NIH institutes and centers with leading risk factors and causes of death and disability in the United States.

8 Nov 2019

Nutritional supplements decrease child mortality

More than half of child deaths worldwide stem from preventable causes, such as adverse effects from malnutrition.

8 Nov 2019

Scientists discover role for vitamin D in melanoma

A new study published in Cancer Research suggests that high levels of vitamin D may reduce the aggressive nature of melanoma cells and improve survival rates.

8 Nov 2019

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

High muscle volume in middle age tied to lower cardiovascular disease risk

Virginia Tech professor wins $1.85 million NIH grant for sepsis research

Cardiac-specific biomarkers may help predict CVD risk factors early

Depression in middle and older adulthood associated with nutrition

FIRS calls for an end to preventable deaths from pneumonia

A child died from Pneumonia every 39 seconds last year, poorest families most affected

New blood test for protein biomarkers could identify people in need of treatment

Chronic sleep deprivation linked to increased biological aging and cardiovascular disease risk

Early intervention in preschool can promote a healthy lifestyle

Evergreen Life app adds lifestyle and wellness features for its users

GlobalData: New unpronounceable ingredients are leaving consumers confused

Health education intervention may promote healthier lifestyle in underserved communities

Impaired liver function during pregnancy can lead to impaired metabolism and weight gain

HCC and cirrhosis-related deaths may be prevented by lifestyle modifications

Study shows how glucocorticoid hormones control sugar and fat levels over the course of 24 hours

Many teens may develop nutritional deficiencies years after bariatric surgery

Substitution of glutamates for salt can reduce sodium intake, study shows

Key risk factors, causes of mortality and disability underrepresented in NIH-supported prevention research

Nutritional supplements decrease child mortality

Scientists discover role for vitamin D in melanoma

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