Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Gut microbes and the body work together to regulate fat metabolism

Beneficial gut microbes and the body work together to fine-tune fat metabolism and cholesterol levels, according to a new preclinical study by investigators from Weill Cornell Medicine and the Boyce Thompson Institute at Cornell University's Ithaca campus.

9 Jan 2025

Maternal medications linked to changes in protein and fat levels in human milk

The impact of maternal antidepressant and anti-inflammatory use on breast milk composition shows reduced protein and fat levels, affecting infant nutrition.

9 Jan 2025

Could camembert cheese hold the key to better memory?

Myristamide enhances cognitive function and BDNF in mice, indicating Camembert cheese's potential in combating cognitive decline and supporting brain health.

9 Jan 2025

Intermittent fasting shows promise in managing obesity and cardiovascular health

A team of scientists led by the University of Granada (UGR), the Public University of Navarra (UPNA) and the CIBER has shown that intermittent fasting (reducing the number of hours of intake and extending the hours of fasting each day) is an effective method for losing weight and improves cardiovascular health in people with obesity problems.

8 Jan 2025

Time-restricted eating rivals Mediterranean diet but falls short for visceral fat loss

Time-restricted eating (TRE) is safe and feasible for weight management but offers no additional benefits over a Mediterranean diet for reducing visceral fat. Early TRE shows promise in reducing subcutaneous fat and improving fasting glucose levels.

8 Jan 2025

Carrots may offer natural support for people with type 2 diabetes

Could an ordinary carrot improve the treatment of type 2 diabetes? A new study from SDU suggests so.

8 Jan 2025

Collaborative effort targets better nutrition for pregnant women and children

Poor nutrition during pregnancy can have serious consequences for both maternal and child health.

8 Jan 2025

Elderberry juice improves metabolic health and weight management

Elderberry juice may be a potent tool for weight management and enhancing metabolic health, according to a recent Washington State University-led study.

8 Jan 2025

High aircraft noise increases risk of heart problems and stroke

People who live close to airports and are exposed to high aircraft noise levels could be at greater risk of poor heart function, increasing the likelihood of heart attacks, life-threatening heart rhythms and strokes, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers.

8 Jan 2025

Ketogenic diet leads in metabolic health improvements for diabetic patients

Study compares the effects of very-low-calorie ketogenic and Mediterranean diets on gut microbiota, metabolic health, and weight management in patients with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes and obesity.

7 Jan 2025

Morning coffee drinkers have better heart health and lower mortality risk

People who drink coffee in the morning have a lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease and a lower overall mortality risk compared to all-day coffee drinkers, according to research published in the European Heart Journal today.

7 Jan 2025

Vegan or not, plant-based foods boost gut microbes for better health

Study shows distinct gut microbiome signatures across diets, highlighting the health benefits of plant-based foods and risks of red meat consumption.

7 Jan 2025

Better food, better mood: The role of diet quality in mental health

Australian researchers found that diet quality, not diet type, has a small but significant impact on depressive symptoms in women. Higher-quality diets with fresh and minimally processed foods were linked to fewer depressive symptoms.

6 Jan 2025

DASH Diet earns top spots in 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Diets Rankings

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or DASH, Diet, developed in part by Pennington Biomedical Research Center scientists, has been recognized as the second-best diet overall and the best heart-healthy diet in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Diets Rankings.

6 Jan 2025

Diet plays key role in shaping gut microbiome and health

A varied diet rich in vegetables is known to be healthy for one's well-being. Excessive consumption of meat, especially red meat, can lead to chronic and cardiovascular diseases.

6 Jan 2025

Sugary beverages contribute to millions of diabetes and heart disease cases

A new study from researchers at the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, which published in Nature Medicine on January 6, estimates that 2.2 million new cases of type 2 diabetes and 1.2 million new cases of cardiovascular disease occur each year globally due to consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages.

6 Jan 2025

Can a carnivore diet meet all your nutrient needs?

Researchers explore the micronutrient composition and sufficiency of four versions of the carnivore diet as compared to national nutrient reference values.

5 Jan 2025

Can the DASH diet prevent high birth weight?

Adhering to the DASH diet during pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of having large-for-gestational-age (LGA) newborns, a key factor in preventing future metabolic disorders. This study highlights the role of healthy dietary patterns in improving maternal and fetal health outcomes.

5 Jan 2025

New Year, new approach to weight loss: Almost three quarters of UK women are considering using GLP-1s in 2025

As 2024 draws to a close, the new year ushers in the opportunity to set new goals for the year ahead. While weight-loss and fitness are staples of New Year resolutions they are commonly known to be the unsustainable resolutions that don't continue past January.

3 Jan 2025

Survey: Fewer than 10% of Americans plan to try plant-based diets this New Year

Nearly half of U.S. adults say starting a new diet is one of their New Year's resolutions, according to a new Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine/Morning Consult survey.

2 Jan 2025