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New study pinpoints mitochondria as key player in dietary fat-cancer connection

The research study is entitled "The Central Role of Mitochondria in the Relationship between Dietary Lipids and Cancer Progression". It revealed new findings on the factors that influence the development of diseases, such as the particularly interesting relationship between dietary fats and the development of cancer.

20 Dec 2023

OSU study pinpoints early muscle loss mechanism in acute spinal cord injury

Acute spinal cord injury (SCI) patients lose body weight and muscle mass, despite being on a high-calorie diet while in the intensive care unit.

20 Dec 2023

Dietary shifts to less processed foods significantly lower triglycerides in women

A Nutrients journal study models the impact of dietary changes on triglyceride levels in women of reproductive age, showing significant reductions with increased intake of minimally processed foods and omega-3-rich foods.

20 Dec 2023

New mechanism that regulates dietary lipid processing by the intestine revealed

The maintenance of a balanced lipid homeostasis is critical for our health. While consumption of excessive amounts of fatty foods contributes to metabolic diseases such as obesity and atherosclerosis, fat is an indispensable component of our diet.

20 Dec 2023

Mediterranean diet boosts IVF success

Adjuvant therapies to help infertile women conceive by IVF - especially those whose treatments have been unsuccessful in the past - are now a common feature both before and during the treatment cycle.

20 Dec 2023

Nutritional labels on menus lead to healthier choices, cutting calories by up to 25%

Study analyzes nine years of data from Taco Bell restaurants, showing that nutritional menu labeling led to a 22-25% reduction in calories-per-transaction, supporting the effectiveness of the United States Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 in promoting healthier dietary choices.

19 Dec 2023

Cinnamon extract shows promise in reducing obesity by inhibiting fat cell growth and boosting fat breakdown

Study reveals that cinnamon extract significantly inhibits adipocyte differentiation and lipid accumulation, offering potential benefits against obesity by reducing fat production and enhancing lipolysis in both cell models and mice.

18 Dec 2023

Maternal microbiome's pivotal role in shaping fetal and neonatal immune systems during pregnancy

Review in Nature Reviews Gastroenterology and Hepatology explores how the maternal microbiome during pregnancy influences the immune systems of the mother, fetus, and neonate, highlighting its impact on long-term health outcomes and the development of pregnancy complications.

18 Dec 2023

Leaky gut linked to depressive disorders: New insights into microbiota-induced epigenetic changes

A study in the journal Genes highlights how a leaky gut can lead to depressive disorders through changes in gut microbiota-derived metabolites, emphasizing the role of diet, environmental factors, and probiotics in managing these conditions.

18 Dec 2023

Shattering myths: Study reveals new insights on type 1 diabetes and obesity link

Review examines the relationship between type 1 diabetes and weight disorders, debunking myths about T1D and offering recommendations for future research and therapeutic interventions.

18 Dec 2023

Chia genome sequenced, revealing potential health benefits

In a recent study published in Frontiers in Plant Science, researchers presented the assembly of the chia reference genome.

18 Dec 2023

Fasting-mimicking diet shows unique benefits in cardiovascular health, study finds

Study compares the fasting-mimicking diet and the Mediterranean diet in reducing cardiovascular disease risk among obese adults with hypertension, revealing unique benefits of each diet.

17 Dec 2023

Late-night eating linked to higher cardiovascular disease risk, study suggests

Study finds that the timing of meals, particularly late-night eating, is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, highlighting the importance of meal timing for cardiometabolic health.

17 Dec 2023

Study supports limiting red meat intake for type 2 diabetes prevention, highlights alternative protein sources

Study finds that consumption of red, processed, and unprocessed meat significantly increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, suggesting the benefits of substituting meat with nuts, legumes, and dairy.

17 Dec 2023

Light physical activity emerges as powerful tool to reverse childhood inactivity's cholesterol risk

Increased sedentary time in childhood can raise cholesterol levels by two thirds as an adult, leading to heart problems and even premature death - but a new study has found light physical activity may completely reverse the risks and is far more effective than moderate-to-vigorous physical activity.

15 Dec 2023

Food deserts and budget constraints hinder healthy choices for SNAP recipients

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the nation's largest nutrition program, helping 41 million participants afford "nutritious food essential to health and well-being."

15 Dec 2023

Prunes pack a powerful punch against inflammation and bone loss in postmenopausal women

A new study published in The Journal of Nutrition shows daily consumption of prunes may reduce inflammation markers connected to bone signalling pathways and reduce the effects of bone loss among postmenopausal women.

15 Dec 2023

Daily tree nut consumption reduces the risk of metabolic syndrome in young adults

A recent study published online in the journal, Nutrients, suggests daily tree nut consumption reduces the risk of metabolic syndrome (MetSx) by improving waist circumference, lipid biomarkers, and/or insulin levels, without requiring calorie restriction, in young adults.

14 Dec 2023

Meal timing could influence our risk of developing cardiovascular disease

A study led by scientists from INRAE, the Barcelona Institute for Global Health, Inserm, and the Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, has revealed that the time at which we eat could influence our risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

14 Dec 2023

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 may increase depression risk by age 14

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 is linked to increased risk of depression by age 14, finds a new longitudinal study led by UCL researchers.

13 Dec 2023

Diet News and Research

Latest Diet News and Research

New study pinpoints mitochondria as key player in dietary fat-cancer connection

OSU study pinpoints early muscle loss mechanism in acute spinal cord injury

Dietary shifts to less processed foods significantly lower triglycerides in women

New mechanism that regulates dietary lipid processing by the intestine revealed

Mediterranean diet boosts IVF success

Nutritional labels on menus lead to healthier choices, cutting calories by up to 25%

Cinnamon extract shows promise in reducing obesity by inhibiting fat cell growth and boosting fat breakdown

Maternal microbiome's pivotal role in shaping fetal and neonatal immune systems during pregnancy

Leaky gut linked to depressive disorders: New insights into microbiota-induced epigenetic changes

Shattering myths: Study reveals new insights on type 1 diabetes and obesity link

Chia genome sequenced, revealing potential health benefits

Fasting-mimicking diet shows unique benefits in cardiovascular health, study finds

Late-night eating linked to higher cardiovascular disease risk, study suggests

Study supports limiting red meat intake for type 2 diabetes prevention, highlights alternative protein sources

Light physical activity emerges as powerful tool to reverse childhood inactivity's cholesterol risk

Food deserts and budget constraints hinder healthy choices for SNAP recipients

Prunes pack a powerful punch against inflammation and bone loss in postmenopausal women

Daily tree nut consumption reduces the risk of metabolic syndrome in young adults

Meal timing could influence our risk of developing cardiovascular disease

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 may increase depression risk by age 14

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