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Cancer mortality rates vary among major Hispanic ethnic groups

Cancer mortality rates vary considerably within the growing Hispanic population in the United States, with significant differences among the major Hispanic ethnic groups.

21 Feb 2017

Study provides key insights into intergenerational transmission of obesity

Around 35-40 per cent of a child's BMI - how fat or thin they are - is inherited from their parents, a new study has found.

20 Feb 2017

Mice study provides clues to how genetic variations in gut microbes influence metabolic disease

The community of microorganisms that resides in the gut, known as the microbiome, has been shown to work in tandem with the genes of a host organism to regulate insulin secretion, a key variable in the onset of the metabolic disease diabetes.

17 Feb 2017

MRC researchers discover genetic 'switch' that plays key role in Parkinson's disease

A genetic 'switch' has been discovered by MRC researchers at the University of Leicester which could help to prevent or delay the symptoms of Parkinson's disease.

17 Feb 2017

New article provides thought-provoking view on the rise of allergy, autoimmune diseases

This new feature article by Megan Scudellari is a well-researched, thought provoking view on the rise of allergy and autoimmune diseases and shows how, if looked at objectively, it’s obviously due to “much more than rampant cleanliness”.

17 Feb 2017

Walking could improve quality of life for patients with advanced cancer, study finds

Walking for just 30 minutes three times per week could improve the quality of life for those with advanced cancer, a new study published in the BMJ Open journal has found.

17 Feb 2017

MDI Biological Laboratory scientist sheds light on molecular mechanisms underlying aging

Scientists have known for decades that drastically restricting certain nutrients without causing malnutrition prolongs health and lifespan in a wide range of species, but the molecular mechanisms underlying this effect have remained a mystery.

17 Feb 2017

Dietary sodium restriction helps reduce blood pressure in CKD patients

In a study of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), simple advice from dieticians on limiting salt consumption led to reduced blood pressure.

17 Feb 2017

Researchers discover new pathway that may play key role in kidney transplant rejection

Researchers have identified a new pathway that likely plays an important role in rejection following kidney transplantation.

17 Feb 2017

Chronic exposure to common food additive alters nutrient absorption in small intestine

The ability of small intestine cells to absorb nutrients and act as a barrier to pathogens is "significantly decreased" after chronic exposure to nanoparticles of titanium dioxide, a common food additive found in everything from chewing gum to bread, according to research from Binghamton University, State University of New York.

17 Feb 2017

UT Southwestern scientists unravel role of PARP enzymes in major cellular activities

A component of an enzyme family linked to DNA repair, stress responses, and cancer also plays a role in enhancing or inhibiting major cellular activities under physiological conditions, new research shows.

16 Feb 2017

World's largest GWAS on proteomics uncovers molecular mechanisms of complex diseases

The Helmholtz Zentrum München has published results of the largest genome-wide association study on proteomics to date.

16 Feb 2017

WHO’s Global Hearts initiative focuses on reducing heart disease worldwide

More than 17.5 million people die from cardiovascular disease (CVD) each year - making it the number one cause of death worldwide.

16 Feb 2017

Researchers provide new data and prospects for links between gut microbiota and depression

An international group of researchers headed by André Carvalho has published in Psychotherapy and Psychosomatic a paper that provides new data and prospects for the links between the intestinal flora and several disorders, notably depression.

16 Feb 2017

Single high-fat meal can change energy metabolism of the liver, study finds

The global proliferation of overweight and obese people and people with type 2 diabetes is often associated with the consumption of saturated fats.

16 Feb 2017

‘Fasting-mimicking’ diet reduces risk factors for major diseases

What if you could lose weight and reduce your risk of life-threatening disease without any changes in what you eat -- other than a five-day special diet once every few months?

16 Feb 2017

High intake of saturated and animal fat linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes

Recently, dietary guidelines for the general population have shifted towards a plant-based diet (rich in legumes, whole-grain cereals, fruits, vegetables and nuts) and low in animal-based foods (like red meat and pastries). Increasing evidence is suggesting that plant-based diets are beneficial for health and they also have less impact on the environment.

16 Feb 2017

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Cancer mortality rates vary among major Hispanic ethnic groups

Study provides key insights into intergenerational transmission of obesity

Mice study provides clues to how genetic variations in gut microbes influence metabolic disease

MRC researchers discover genetic 'switch' that plays key role in Parkinson's disease

New article provides thought-provoking view on the rise of allergy, autoimmune diseases

Walking could improve quality of life for patients with advanced cancer, study finds

MDI Biological Laboratory scientist sheds light on molecular mechanisms underlying aging

Dietary sodium restriction helps reduce blood pressure in CKD patients

Researchers discover new pathway that may play key role in kidney transplant rejection

Chronic exposure to common food additive alters nutrient absorption in small intestine

UT Southwestern scientists unravel role of PARP enzymes in major cellular activities

World's largest GWAS on proteomics uncovers molecular mechanisms of complex diseases

WHO’s Global Hearts initiative focuses on reducing heart disease worldwide

Researchers provide new data and prospects for links between gut microbiota and depression

Single high-fat meal can change energy metabolism of the liver, study finds

‘Fasting-mimicking’ diet reduces risk factors for major diseases

High intake of saturated and animal fat linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes

Consuming carbs during intense exercise aids immune system recovery

Breastfeeding may protect mother against metabolic syndrome, study suggests

Simple oral vitamin D spray could help extend lifespan

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