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Biological sensor protein could help combat diabetes, obesity

In the study, researchers showed a protein called NLRP1 is switched on when increased dietary energy (food) intake triggers the cell to become 'unstable'.

23 Oct 2015

Alcohol intake increases chances of developing breast cancer, new study confirms

Saying that the link between alcohol and cancer is dangerous is nothing new.. Five Spanish universities and more than 300,000 female volunteers participated in a European investigation that is now confirming that alcohol intake increases the chances of developing breast cancer. This risk quadruples with the intake of each daily glass of wine or beer.

22 Oct 2015

Leptin gene therapy aids weight loss without significant side effect of bone loss

Delivering the hormone leptin directly to the brain through gene therapy aids weight loss without the significant side effect of bone loss, according to new collaborative research from Oregon State University and University of Florida.

22 Oct 2015

Study shows how dietary fatty acids affect development and progression of multiple sclerosis

Dietary fatty acids affect the development and progression of autoimmune chronic-inflammatory diseases such as multiple sclerosis. In a collaborative study between the Departments of Neurology at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum (St. Josef-Hospital) and the Friedrich Alexander Universtiy Erlangen, researchers now found that long-chain fatty acids promote the development and propagation of CNS reactive immune cells in the intestinal wall. On the contrary, short-chain fatty acids promote the development and propagation of regulatory cells in the immune system.

22 Oct 2015

New study shows value of educating OB/GYN residents to address menopause-related health issues

Despite the fact that nearly two million women every year reach menopause (that's equivalent to 6,000 women each day), many experts agree that OB/GYN residents are not being properly prepared to address menopause-related health issues.

22 Oct 2015

Scientists find new way to inhibit growth of lung cancer cells

Scientists have identified a new way to stop the growth of lung cancer cells, by blocking their ability to use alternative sources of nutrition. The discovery was made possible by identifying the metabolic programs used by cancer cells to fuel their growth.

21 Oct 2015

People who exhibit dispositional mindfulness less likely to develop obesity, belly fat

A study of nearly 400 people finds that those who exhibited more 'dispositional mindfulness', or awareness of and attention to their current feelings and thoughts, were less likely to be obese and had less abdominal fat than people who did not exhibit as much of that awareness.

20 Oct 2015

Melatonin and the circadian rhythm: an interview with Professor Kennaway, University of Adelaide

The production of melatonin is controlled by a part of the brain called the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) and its timing fine-tuned by our exposure to light during the morning.

20 Oct 2015

Azti-Tecnalia optimizes industrial production of oat beta-glucan-based white bread

Azti-Tecnalia, the expert R&D centre for foodstuff and marine innovation, together with Artadi Alimentación, has achieved the industrial scale-up of white bread dough containing oat beta-glucans that lower blood cholesterol, thus optimising the formula for industrial processing conditions that will allow this bread to be marketed on a large scale.

20 Oct 2015

Dietary calcium better than supplemental calcium in reducing kidney stone formation

Calcium supplements may increase the risk of kidney stone recurrence, according to a study that will be presented at ASN Kidney Week 2015 November 3¬-8 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA.

20 Oct 2015

Leading obesity groups stress need to regulate weight-loss dietary supplements

On the heels of a new study tying dietary supplements to more than 23,000 emergency room visits each year, four leading obesity research, treatment and prevention groups issue a joint scientific statement recommending dietary supplements for weight loss claiming curative or medicinal qualities be subject to review and approval by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

20 Oct 2015

Consuming high-fat diet may lead to anxiety and depression, cause measurable changes in the brain

A new study in mice reveals that increased body weight and high blood sugar as a result of consuming a high-fat diet may cause anxiety and depressive symptoms and measurable changes in the brain.

20 Oct 2015

Diabetes expert calls for self-management education programmes in light of systematic failures

People with diabetes denied access to education are being let down by "systematic failures", according to a leading researcher.

20 Oct 2015

Celiac patients at no increased risk for dementia, study finds

A new and comprehensive study by investigators at the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University Medical Center has found that celiac patients are at no increased risk for dementia before or after their diagnosis of celiac disease.

20 Oct 2015

Latest research on thyroid cancer to be highlighted at 15th International Thyroid Congress

The effect of radiation exposure related to the nuclear accidents that took place in Fukushima, Japan, and Chernobyl, Ukraine on thyroid cancer risk, whether dietary habits influence the risk of developing thyroid cancer, and recent study results with a triiodothyronine (T3) analog in an uncommon form of thyroid disease are all topics featured in oral presentations delivered at the 15th International Thyroid Congress, hosted by the American Thyroid Association, October 18-23, 2015, in Orlando, Florida.

19 Oct 2015

UCSF scientists urge hospitals to buy only antibiotic-free meat to help stop spread of antibiotic resistance

To help stop the spread of antibiotic resistance, UC San Francisco scientists are urging hospitals around the country to stop buying meat from animals that were given antibiotics for growth promotion.

19 Oct 2015

Infections experienced in childhood may lead to premature ACS or heart attacks

"Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one killer worldwide, including in Indonesia where it accounts for 31.9% of all deaths," said Dr Qanitha. "CVD risk factors are rising rapidly in South-East Asia, particularly in young people. Most Indonesian CVD patients are under 56 years old and still economically productive. This very young CVD onset raises the question of whether local circumstances may play a role."

19 Oct 2015

Pediatricians to discuss children's health issues at AAP National Conference & Exhibition

An expected 10,000 pediatricians and other health care professionals will gather in the nation's capital October 24-27 to deepen their knowledge and widen their scope on child advocacy at the American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.

19 Oct 2015

More research needed on commercially available nutrigenomics tests: Study

There is insufficient scientific evidence to support the utility of commercially available nutrigenomics tests that claim to link genetic variants to dietary intake or nutrition-related disorders.

19 Oct 2015

HALO study to assess how recreational running puts people at risk of developing OA of the knee in later life

Every day, millions of us pull on our trainers and hit the streets in an attempt to get fitter while enjoying the great outdoors. But is our love affair with running storing up health problems for us in the future? That's the question a new international study led by researchers at The University of Nottingham, as part of the Arthritis Research UK Centre for Sport, Exercise and Osteoarthritis, is aiming to answer - with a little help from several thousand participants in the increasingly popular weekly parkrun events.

19 Oct 2015

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Biological sensor protein could help combat diabetes, obesity

Alcohol intake increases chances of developing breast cancer, new study confirms

Leptin gene therapy aids weight loss without significant side effect of bone loss

Study shows how dietary fatty acids affect development and progression of multiple sclerosis

New study shows value of educating OB/GYN residents to address menopause-related health issues

Scientists find new way to inhibit growth of lung cancer cells

People who exhibit dispositional mindfulness less likely to develop obesity, belly fat

Melatonin and the circadian rhythm: an interview with Professor Kennaway, University of Adelaide

Azti-Tecnalia optimizes industrial production of oat beta-glucan-based white bread

Dietary calcium better than supplemental calcium in reducing kidney stone formation

Leading obesity groups stress need to regulate weight-loss dietary supplements

Consuming high-fat diet may lead to anxiety and depression, cause measurable changes in the brain

Diabetes expert calls for self-management education programmes in light of systematic failures

Celiac patients at no increased risk for dementia, study finds

Latest research on thyroid cancer to be highlighted at 15th International Thyroid Congress

UCSF scientists urge hospitals to buy only antibiotic-free meat to help stop spread of antibiotic resistance

Infections experienced in childhood may lead to premature ACS or heart attacks

Pediatricians to discuss children's health issues at AAP National Conference & Exhibition

More research needed on commercially available nutrigenomics tests: Study

HALO study to assess how recreational running puts people at risk of developing OA of the knee in later life

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