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Tobacco smoking undermines anti-cancer safeguards by causing harmful DNA mutations

Scientists at the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) have uncovered one way tobacco smoking causes cancer and makes it harder to treat by undermining the body's anti-cancer safeguards.

3 Nov 2023

Nutrition and aging: A two-way relationship

With so much hype in the media about miracle diets and nutritional supplements, one is invariably tempted to look for a single, food-based magic bullet that will increase the likelihood of living a longer, healthier life.

3 Nov 2023

Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Recent research underscores the importance of careful management of elimination diets in children with food allergies, ensuring nutritional balance and support for growth. The study advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to help children avoid allergens without compromising their overall health and development.

2 Nov 2023

Tufts researchers explore the science of aging

Anti-wrinkle creams, superfoods that keep you young, dietary supplements that promise improved memory, "immortal" cells that can renew themselves forever - in our stores and media, claims about aging abound.

2 Nov 2023

Mindfulness can help improve heart health by promoting healthy eating

Practicing mindfulness focused on healthy eating can be good for the heart, a new study shows, because it improves self-awareness and helps people stick to a heart-healthy diet.

2 Nov 2023

Study uncovers link between salt-adding habits and type 2 diabetes

A recent study explored the possible interaction of added salt in food with the rate of new type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) to understand the contribution of long-term sodium intake to diabetes incidence.

2 Nov 2023

Influence of healthy lifestyle habits on chronic disorders

The health benefits of regular exercise, a healthy diet, and adequate sleep.

2 Nov 2023

Study shows link between mobile phone use and semen quality of young men

Does electromagnetic radiation emitted by mobile phones affect semen quality? While various environmental and lifestyle factors have been proposed to explain the decline in semen quality observed over the last fifty years, the role of mobile phones has yet to be demonstrated.

1 Nov 2023

Advances in grain research illuminate potential for precision nutrition in clinical settings

Grains are a primary source of energy (calories) in the diet.

1 Nov 2023

Time-restricted eating outperforms calorie counting in weight loss for type 2 diabetes patients

In a six-month randomized clinical trial, researchers found that time-restricted eating (TRE) was more effective than daily calorie restriction for weight loss and equally effective in regulating glucose levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. The study suggests TRE could be a simpler and more easily adhered to dietary strategy for managing the condition.

31 Oct 2023

Spicing up memory: Wasabi found to boost brainpower in seniors

A 12-week study on adults over 60 found that wasabi supplements containing 6-MSITC significantly improved episodic and working memory. While other cognitive domains showed no improvement, the findings suggest that wasabi's anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties may offer new avenues for combating age-related memory decline.

31 Oct 2023

Study reveals how SARS-CoV-2 alters mitochondria, leading to energy outages and organ failure

The lungs were once at the forefront of SARS-Cov-2 research, but as reports of organ failure and other serious complications poured in, scientists set out to discover how and why the respiratory virus was causing serious damage to the body's major organs, including the lungs.

31 Oct 2023

Study reveals direct link between high insulin levels and pancreatic cancer

A new study from researchers at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine reveals a direct link between high insulin levels, common among patients with obesity and Type 2 diabetes, and pancreatic cancer.

31 Oct 2023

Pilot Awards for Global Brain Health Leaders awarded to encourage innovative dementia research

Today, the Alzheimer's Association, Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI), and the UK-based Alzheimer's Society announced the most recent awardees of the Pilot Awards for Global Brain Health Leaders, a competitive funding initiative dedicated to nurturing efforts and improving outcomes in the fields of brain health and dementia.

31 Oct 2023

Simple dietary substitutions can slash US carbon footprint by over 35%

The environmental and health impact of simple food substitutions in the United States (U.S.) diet.

31 Oct 2023

Late nights and skipping breakfast linked to increased heart disease risk, especially in men

Late sleepers who skip breakfast face elevated risk for metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease, especially in men, according to a large-scale study. The effects vary by age and gender, pointing to the complex interactions between sleep patterns, eating habits, and heart health.

30 Oct 2023

Wholegrains give kids a heart-healthy boost, says new Danish study

Wholegrain diets in Danish children between ages 8-13 showed significant reductions in LDL cholesterol and triacylglycerol levels, also promoting beneficial gut microbiota growth. The study highlights the early cardiovascular and gut health benefits of wholegrains, paving the way for further research in childhood nutrition.

30 Oct 2023

How does the Mediterranean diet impact insulin resistance and sensitivity in obese individuals?

Researchers evaluate the associations between adherence to the Mediterranean diet, insulin secretion, resistance, and sensitivity in obese individuals.

30 Oct 2023

Eating more fish could reel in heart disease risks, new meta-analysis shows

A recent meta-analysis published in the journal Nutrients finds that high fish consumption is linked to an 8% reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. The study also distinguishes between the benefits of fatty fish, rich in omega-3s, and the potential risks of fried fish.

30 Oct 2023

Popular fad diets can pack a nutritional punch, new study reveals

Researchers evaluate popular fad diets in the USA against Dietary Guidelines for Americans, finding some can achieve high nutritional quality with minor adjustments. The study reveals that diets like low-FODMAP, vegan, and military can score well on the Healthy Eating Index when planned carefully.

29 Oct 2023

Diet News and Research

Latest Diet News and Research

Tobacco smoking undermines anti-cancer safeguards by causing harmful DNA mutations

Nutrition and aging: A two-way relationship

Balancing act: Navigating elimination diets in allergic kids without compromising nutrition

Tufts researchers explore the science of aging

Mindfulness can help improve heart health by promoting healthy eating

Study uncovers link between salt-adding habits and type 2 diabetes

Influence of healthy lifestyle habits on chronic disorders

Study shows link between mobile phone use and semen quality of young men

Advances in grain research illuminate potential for precision nutrition in clinical settings

Time-restricted eating outperforms calorie counting in weight loss for type 2 diabetes patients

Spicing up memory: Wasabi found to boost brainpower in seniors

Study reveals how SARS-CoV-2 alters mitochondria, leading to energy outages and organ failure

Study reveals direct link between high insulin levels and pancreatic cancer

Pilot Awards for Global Brain Health Leaders awarded to encourage innovative dementia research

Simple dietary substitutions can slash US carbon footprint by over 35%

Late nights and skipping breakfast linked to increased heart disease risk, especially in men

Wholegrains give kids a heart-healthy boost, says new Danish study

How does the Mediterranean diet impact insulin resistance and sensitivity in obese individuals?

Eating more fish could reel in heart disease risks, new meta-analysis shows

Popular fad diets can pack a nutritional punch, new study reveals

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