Fasting and ketogenic diet reveal new vulnerability of pancreatic tumors to existing cancer drug
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 Egg consumption linked to slower cognitive decline in womenEgg consumption linked to slower cognitive decline in women
 
In a recent study published in Nutrients, researchers investigated the effects of egg consumption on cognitive function in older adults.
 
 
 Fasting and ketogenic diet reveal new vulnerability of pancreatic tumors to existing cancer drugFasting and ketogenic diet reveal new vulnerability of pancreatic tumors to existing cancer drug
 
Researchers examine the role of fasting and ketogenesis in regulating protein synthesis and its potential implications for cancer therapy.
 
   High-protein diets: How they affect weight, energy, and blood sugar levelsHigh-protein diets: How they affect weight, energy, and blood sugar levels
 
Researchers review the effects of dietary protein on energy intake, appetite, and postprandial glycemia.
 
   How diet shapes gut microbiota and affects brain functionHow diet shapes gut microbiota and affects brain function
 
Researchers discuss the diet-microbiota-gut-brain axis, which describes the role of both diet and gut microbiota composition on cognitive and emotional health.
 
   ADA and Abbott join forces to address nutritional needs in diabetes and obesityADA and Abbott join forces to address nutritional needs in diabetes and obesity
 
The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) and Abbott recently announced a collaboration to better understand the nutritional needs of people living with diabetes, obesity, and metabolic dysfunction and how nutrition formulas can support those needs and overall health.
 
 Understanding gluten's role in autoimmunity and inflammation
 
Understanding gluten's role in autoimmunity and inflammationThe interaction between humans and their environment, mediated by nutrition, plays a crucial role in regulating inflammatory responses.
 
 
 New report reveals the truth behind plant-based protein alternatives
 
New report reveals the truth behind plant-based protein alternativesOver the summer barbecue season, many will have opted for veggie burgers in an attempt to eat more sustainably and improve their health. But how much do we really know about the influx of plant-based meat alternatives that have appeared on supermarket shelves? And are some alternative proteins better for people and the planet than others?
 
 
 Switching to a planet-friendly diet could slash global emissions by 17%
 
Switching to a planet-friendly diet could slash global emissions by 17%Researchers investigate the global distribution of dietary greenhouse gas emissions across 139 countries using household expenditure data.
 
 
 The role of soy in improving metabolic health
 
The role of soy in improving metabolic healthPennington Biomedical Research Center's Dr. Candida Rebello wants to know more about the intersection of blood sugar levels and a diet rich in soy. This intersection is the primary focus of her new study, "Lifestyle Intervention for Improving Metabolic and Motivational Outcomes," or MOTIVATE, which explores how specific diets can impact blood sugar, and potentially improve mood and energy levels.
 
 
 Mediterranean diet lowers COVID-19 risk, but its effect on symptoms and severity remains uncertain
 
Mediterranean diet lowers COVID-19 risk, but its effect on symptoms and severity remains uncertainHigher adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with a reduced risk of COVID-19, but its effects on symptom severity are less certain due to mixed results and study limitations.
 
 
 Majority of infant and toddler foods fail to meet nutritional standards
 
Majority of infant and toddler foods fail to meet nutritional standardsAn Evaluation of the Nutritional and Promotional Profile of Commercial Foods for Infants and Toddlers in the United States
 
 
 New $20 million initiative focuses on community-driven health research
 
New $20 million initiative focuses on community-driven health researchA new $20 million research initiative will engage the people most impacted by health disparities in developing solutions that may help improve their overall health and well-being.
 
 
 Kids' exposure to unhealthy food ads on TV drops, but remains high
 
Kids' exposure to unhealthy food ads on TV drops, but remains highStudy shows a significant reduction in children's exposure to food and beverage commercials from 2013 to 2022, though most ads still promote unhealthy foods, especially on non-pediatric programming.
 
 
 SNAP emergency allotments: Reducing food insecurity in children
 
SNAP emergency allotments: Reducing food insecurity in childrenStudy found that emergency SNAP allotments were associated with a decreased risk of food hardship in households with children, particularly among White and Hispanic families, but not Black families.
 
 
 Study: Kids still exposed to unhealthy food ads despite regulations
 
Study: Kids still exposed to unhealthy food ads despite regulationsChildren's exposure to food and drink ads during kids' TV shows has dropped substantially since food and beverage makers pledged to stop advertising unhealthy fare during children's TV shows.
 
 
 Improved IVF success with the Mediterranean diet, study shows
 
Improved IVF success with the Mediterranean diet, study showsReview highlights that adherence to the Mediterranean diet may improve clinical pregnancy and live birth rates in couples undergoing assisted reproduction, though findings are inconsistent, and more research is needed.
 
 
 Scientists discover how a gut insulin antagonist controls fat loss in C. elegans by modulating brain signals
 
Scientists discover how a gut insulin antagonist controls fat loss in C. elegans by modulating brain signalsResearchers have identified an endogenous insulin antagonist, INS-7, in Caenorhabditis elegans that modulates fat loss by inhibiting a gut-to-brain signaling pathway involving the neuropeptide FLP-7.
 
 
 High ultra-processed food consumption tied to rising BMI and fat mass in young children
 
High ultra-processed food consumption tied to rising BMI and fat mass in young childrenResearch reveals a connection between ultra-processed food consumption and obesity in Chilean preschoolers.