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Scientists discuss how common ecological models can improve gut health

When disturbances upset the balance of a forest, field, or stream, ecologists practice ecological restoration to assist ecosystem recovery.

1 Jun 2018

Combination of probiotics and herbal supplement may prolong lifespan, research shows

You are what you eat. Or so the saying goes. Science now tells us that we are what the bacteria living in our intestinal tract eat and this could have an influence on how well we age.

1 Jun 2018

New technique provides more direct way to discern what microbes consume

A new technique devised by researchers from North Carolina State University and the University of Calgary provides a more in-depth look at the metabolism and physiology within microbial communities - the microscopic life such as bacteria, viruses and other tiny forms of life within our bodies and throughout nature.

31 May 2018

New report reveals current state of caregiving for Alzheimer's disease

Nearly two-thirds of caregivers whose loved ones suffer from the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's or related dementia say they would take medication to delay the onset of their own memory loss by even six months, if it were affordable and free of side effects.

31 May 2018

Review: Plant-based diets associated with better cardiovascular health

Vegetarian, especially vegan, diets are associated with better cardiovascular health, according to a new review published in the journal Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases.

30 May 2018

Nutrient supplements do not provide extra benefits says new Australian survey

According to a recent nutrition survey in Australia, 29 percent of the population are taking at least one dietary supplement a day. In the United States, at least 52 percent are taking a dietary supplement a day. The study attempted to look at the long term benefits offered by regular intake of vitamin and mineral supplements for the prevention of diseases such as heart disease and stroke as well as premature death.

30 May 2018

Research: Divorce is linked to poor health outcomes, greater risk for early death

A growing body of research links divorce to a wide range of poor health outcomes, including greater risk for early death. However, the reason for the connection is not well understood.

30 May 2018

Combining football with dietary guidance helps improve fitness, health in older prediabetics

Twice-weekly football training combined with dietary guidance improves fitness level and cardiovascular health profile in untrained 55-70-year-old women and men with prediabetes. Also leads to healthier weight loss than through normal dieting.

29 May 2018

Study finds link between dietary protein and heart failure risk in middle-aged men

For middle-aged men, eating higher amounts of protein was associated with a slightly elevated risk for heart failure than those who ate less protein, according to new research in Circulation: Heart Failure, an American Heart Association journal.

29 May 2018

Genomic medicine may redefine cardiovascular care in future, shows study

A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association summarizes the state-of-the-science of genomic medicine -- the study of the health effects of the molecular interactions of a person's unique genes -- for studying cardiovascular traits and disorders and for therapeutic screening.

29 May 2018

Genomic medicine may one day revolutionize cardiovascular care

The American Heart Association has summarized the state-of-the science in the field of genomic medicine for studying cardiovascular traits and disorders, therapeutic screening.

29 May 2018

Study: Vitamin or mineral supplements are not beneficial for preventing or treating heart disease

Current research does not show enough evidence that vitamin or mineral supplements are beneficial for preventing or treating heart disease, with the exception of folic acid for reducing stroke risk, according to a review article published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

29 May 2018

Breakthrough research could pave way for personalized obesity treatments

Research by scientists at King's College London into the role the gut plays in processing and distributing fat could pave the way for the development of personalized treatments for obesity and other chronic diseases within the next decade.

28 May 2018

OSU biologist describes 'restoration ecology' approach toward patient health

Chronic diseases like cancer, autoimmune disorders and obesity may ultimately vanquish the efforts of medical intervention unless people change their diet, an Oregon State University biologist argues in a paper published this week.

26 May 2018

Causes and treatment of acute heart failure vary by region, registry shows

Triggers of acute heart failure vary globally, according to late breaking results from the REPORT-HF registry presented today at Heart Failure 2018 and the World Congress on Acute Heart Failure, a European Society of Cardiology Congress.

26 May 2018

Delivery of standardized diabetes care could help achieve equitable health outcomes for all patients

Although kidney problems related to type 2 diabetes disproportionately affect blacks, when black and white individuals received comparable diabetes care within the context of a clinical trial, black race was not associated with faster development or progression of chronic kidney disease.

25 May 2018

Drinking recommended amount of milk could protect obese children against metabolic syndrome

Obese children who consume at least two servings of any type of cow's milk daily are more likely to have lower fasting insulin, indicating better blood sugar control, according to researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

25 May 2018

Latinos and African Americans more likely to experience serious depression than Whites

A new study published in the May 2018 issue of Preventive Medicine shows that African Americans and Latinos are significantly more likely to experience serious depression than Whites, but chronic stress does not seem to explain these differences.

25 May 2018

FDA approves novel enzyme therapy for adults with rare and serious genetic disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Palynziq (pegvaliase-pqpz) for adults with a rare and serious genetic disease known as phenylketonuria (PKU).

25 May 2018

Income and education gap causes racial differences in health behaviors, study shows

Better educational opportunities and higher incomes may be key to closing the gap of cardiovascular health behaviors--including smoking, physical activity, and diet quality--between black and white Americans, according to a new study led by a University of Iowa researcher.

24 May 2018

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Latest Diet News and Research

Scientists discuss how common ecological models can improve gut health

Combination of probiotics and herbal supplement may prolong lifespan, research shows

New technique provides more direct way to discern what microbes consume

New report reveals current state of caregiving for Alzheimer's disease

Review: Plant-based diets associated with better cardiovascular health

Nutrient supplements do not provide extra benefits says new Australian survey

Research: Divorce is linked to poor health outcomes, greater risk for early death

Combining football with dietary guidance helps improve fitness, health in older prediabetics

Study finds link between dietary protein and heart failure risk in middle-aged men

Genomic medicine may redefine cardiovascular care in future, shows study

Genomic medicine may one day revolutionize cardiovascular care

Study: Vitamin or mineral supplements are not beneficial for preventing or treating heart disease

Breakthrough research could pave way for personalized obesity treatments

OSU biologist describes 'restoration ecology' approach toward patient health

Causes and treatment of acute heart failure vary by region, registry shows

Delivery of standardized diabetes care could help achieve equitable health outcomes for all patients

Drinking recommended amount of milk could protect obese children against metabolic syndrome

Latinos and African Americans more likely to experience serious depression than Whites

FDA approves novel enzyme therapy for adults with rare and serious genetic disease

Income and education gap causes racial differences in health behaviors, study shows

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