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Random variability may contribute to differences in gut microbe populations, study finds

Within the human digestive tract, there are trillions of bacteria, and these communities contain hundreds or even thousands of species. The makeup of those populations can vary greatly from one person to another, depending on factors such as diet, environmental exposure, and health history.

6 Mar 2017

Physicians recommend whole food, plant-based eating patterns for optimal heart health

Nutrition researcher Neal Barnard, M.D., F.A.C.C., president and founder of the nonprofit Physicians Committee, is one of 12 authors of "Journal of the American College of Cardiology, which recommends whole food, plant-based eating patterns for optimal heart health.

3 Mar 2017

Clarkson University researcher explores acute effects of cocoa and caffeine

Deep down, we always knew it, but science is proving that cocoa and caffeine are indeed the best marriage ever. Clarkson University researcher Ali Boolani recently completed a study that explores the powers of these two dark delights.

3 Mar 2017

Research provides insights on antibody-mediated rejection in kidney transplant patients

New research provides insights on transplant recipients' antibody responses against donor kidneys and how the timing of those responses can have important implications. The findings appear in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.

3 Mar 2017

Scientists track 'guardian immune cells' to uncover mechanics underlying inflammation and obesity

Scientists have uncovered the physiological mechanics underlying inflammation and obesity by tracking the actions of 'guardian immune cells' in response to changes in diet.

2 Mar 2017

New interactive tool helps consumers to effectively balance benefits, risks of eating seafood

FishChoice, a new online tool to help consumers and professionals efficiently and effectively balance the benefits and risks of eating seafood, has been launched by the EU-funded ECsafeSEAFOOD project at www.fishchoice.eu.

2 Mar 2017

Study shows how ‘secondhand sugar’ can pass from mother to infant through breast milk

Add breast milk to the list of foods and beverages that contain fructose, a sweetener linked to health issues ranging from obesity to diabetes.

2 Mar 2017

Probiotic combination may help reduce hay fever symptoms, research shows

As we head into allergy season, you may feel less likely to grab a hanky and sneeze. That's because new University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences research shows a probiotic combination might help reduce hay fever symptoms, if it's taken during allergy season.

2 Mar 2017

Researchers probe potential link between gut microbiota and poor artery health

Scientific evidence that the assortment of gut microbes in humans influences different and critical aspects of health is piling up: Researchers think our microbes may influence obesity, anxiety, depression, autism, cancer and gastrointestinal diseases.

1 Mar 2017

Specific dairy products may influence breast cancer risk in women, study shows

Specific dairy foods may influence breast cancer risk in women, although risk varies by the source of the dairy product, according to a study published online ahead of print in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition.

1 Mar 2017

Food taxes and subsidies significantly increase healthy dietary intake, review finds

A new systematic review and meta-analysis finds that lowering the cost of healthy foods significantly increases their consumption, while raising the cost of unhealthy items significantly reduces their intake.

1 Mar 2017

Brown fat in humans three times greater than previously known, TUM study shows

Compared to white fat, brown body fat burns through energy at an extraordinary rate. However, until now the proportion of brown fat in humans was thought to be quite small.

1 Mar 2017

Researchers examine combined impact of BMI and physical activity on cardiovascular disease

The benefits of physical activity may outweigh the impact of overweight and obesity on cardiovascular disease in middle-aged and elderly people, according to research published today in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.

1 Mar 2017

First Philips Avent Global Scientific Symposium enables experts to discuss impact, opportunities for global breastfeeding practices

Today Royal Philips announced that the first Philips Avent Global Scientific Symposium took place in London on February 16-17th 2017, bringing together 70 healthcare professionals in the field of breastfeeding and infant feeding practice to share their latest knowledge and experiences.

From Philips Healthcare 1 Mar 2017

Tailored preventive oral health intervention improves cleanliness of teeth, dentures among older adults

A tailored preventive oral health intervention significantly improved the cleanliness of teeth and dentures among elderly home care clients.

1 Mar 2017

Adolescent, early adult diet linked to chronic inflammation may increase premenopausal breast cancer risk

Women who consumed a diet as adolescents or young adults associated with chronic inflammation had a higher risk for premenopausal breast cancer compared with those whose adolescent and early adulthood diet was not associated with chronic inflammation.

1 Mar 2017

AGA creates Obesity Practice Guide for effective weight management in obese patients

Patients with obesity need a multidisciplinary approach to achieve a healthy weight, and the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) believes that gastroenterologists are in a unique position to lead the care team.

28 Feb 2017

Walnut-enriched diet may improve sperm quality, animal research suggests

New animal research suggests eating a walnut-enriched diet may improve sperm quality by reducing lipid peroxidation, a process that can damage sperm cells.

28 Feb 2017

Study examines impact of ‘Change Clubs’ in improving heart health of black women

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Black/African American women in the US and more Black/African American women die every year from heart disease compared to their white and Hispanic counterparts, according to the Centers for Disease Control.

28 Feb 2017

Scientists reveal how gluten plays role in development of rare form of cancer for coeliac patients

Scientists in The Netherlands have revealed how gluten plays a role in the development of a rare form of cancer, for some people with coeliac disease.

27 Feb 2017

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Random variability may contribute to differences in gut microbe populations, study finds

Physicians recommend whole food, plant-based eating patterns for optimal heart health

Clarkson University researcher explores acute effects of cocoa and caffeine

Research provides insights on antibody-mediated rejection in kidney transplant patients

Scientists track 'guardian immune cells' to uncover mechanics underlying inflammation and obesity

New interactive tool helps consumers to effectively balance benefits, risks of eating seafood

Study shows how ‘secondhand sugar’ can pass from mother to infant through breast milk

Probiotic combination may help reduce hay fever symptoms, research shows

Researchers probe potential link between gut microbiota and poor artery health

Specific dairy products may influence breast cancer risk in women, study shows

Food taxes and subsidies significantly increase healthy dietary intake, review finds

Brown fat in humans three times greater than previously known, TUM study shows

Researchers examine combined impact of BMI and physical activity on cardiovascular disease

First Philips Avent Global Scientific Symposium enables experts to discuss impact, opportunities for global breastfeeding practices

Tailored preventive oral health intervention improves cleanliness of teeth, dentures among older adults

Adolescent, early adult diet linked to chronic inflammation may increase premenopausal breast cancer risk

AGA creates Obesity Practice Guide for effective weight management in obese patients

Walnut-enriched diet may improve sperm quality, animal research suggests

Study examines impact of ‘Change Clubs’ in improving heart health of black women

Scientists reveal how gluten plays role in development of rare form of cancer for coeliac patients

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