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UNH research seeks to quantify health outcomes based on food access, fiber intake and gut microbiota
The U.S. obesity epidemic continues to have profound impacts on individuals’ health and socioeconomic well-being. Hispanic communities—constituting close to 19%…
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Turning the tap on healthier habits: Belgian schools trial DRINK program to swap soft drink for water
A program called ‘Decreasing consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and Raising tap water consumption through Interventions based on Nutrition and sustainability…
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Racial discrimination associated with unhealthy cortisol patterns in adolescents
Scientists already know that the stress caused by racial discrimination is related to a host of chronic health conditions, but…
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Smart capsules: the future of gut health diagnosis and monitoring?
In a recent review published in the journal Gut, researchers discussed using smart and robotic capsules for sampling and sensing…
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Certain gut microbes may be linked to skeletal health
There is growing evidence that a relative abundance of certain gut microbes may be related to skeletal health, according to…
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Almonds can be part of a healthy weight loss diet, research shows
When it comes to weight loss, nuts can get a bad rap – while they’re high in protein, they’re also…
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Brazilian fruits positively impact gut health and chronic disease prevention
In a recent review published in Foods, a group of authors assessed the influence of Brazilian native fruits and their…
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Is sucralose the safer sweetener for your gut health?
In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, a group of researchers evaluated the impact of sucrose versus sucralose…
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Researchers challenge WHO’s sweetener guidelines, call for urgent re-evaluation
In a recent article published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers raised concerns over the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines…
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Men exposed to job stressors have twice the risk of heart disease
Men who say they have stressful jobs and also feel they exert high efforts for low reward had double the…
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How important is inflammation and body weight in the origin of depression?
Depression, properly termed major depressive disorder (MDD), is a major player on the world disease stage. Usually treated by antidepressants…
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Can teachers be the secret weapon in the fight against childhood obesity?
A recent study published in the journal Nutrients examined the role of teachers in addressing childhood obesity. Childhood obesity is…
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Neighborhood disadvantage associated with differences in microstructure of the brain’s cortex
You are what you eat, according to the adage. But it’s not just the body that’s impacted. According to research…
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Is maple syrup the ultimate natural sweetener? Researchers say it’s more than just tasty!
In a review article published in the journal Heliyon, scientists have provided a detailed overview of the nutritional, pharmacological, and…
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The anti-metastatic and anti-proliferation impact of dandelion extract on breast cancer cells
In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers evaluated the anti-metastatic and anti-proliferative properties of all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA)…
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Estimating life expectancy based on the age of type 2 diabetes diagnosis
A recent Diabetes and Endocrinology study estimated the association between the age of diabetes diagnosis and life expectancy. Study: Life expectancy associated with…
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University of Kentucky’s cardiovascular scientist recognized for excellence in hypertension research
The University of Kentucky’s Vice President for Research and leading cardiovascular scientist is being recognized for her foundational work in…
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Probation disproportionately affects the health outcomes of Black Americans
“Mistrust all in whom the impulse to punish is powerful,” warned Friedrich Nietzsche more than a century ago. Instead, the…
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Exploring the anti-cancer potential of dark tea
In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers reviewed the potential of dark tea in cancer prevention and management, highlighting…
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High blood pressure while lying down linked to increased risk of heart attack, stroke, death
People who had high blood pressure while lying flat on their backs had a higher risk of heart attack, stroke,…
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Can brown fat really keep you slim? New study digs into the science of diet-induced thermogenesis
In a recent study published in the journal Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B, researchers discuss diet-induced thermogenesis and determine…
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Low-fat vegan diet can lead to a savings of more than $500 a year
Food costs decrease 16% on a low-fat vegan diet, a savings of more than $500 a year, compared to a…
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Gut microbes play a starring role in insulin resistance, opening doors for new diabetes treatments
In a recent study published in the journal Nature, researchers utilize a comprehensive multi-omics strategy in humans to assess the association…
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Early life high fructose exposure is associated with increased prevalence of adolescent anxiety disorders
In a recent article posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, researchers investigated whether exposure to high fructose in early life directly…
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Study shows strong link between depression and inflammation in obese patients before and after bariatric surgery
Research funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has shown that higher levels of inflammation in…
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Mediterranean diet with a dairy twist shows promise in lowering heart disease risk
A recent Nutrients journal study evaluated how the combination of Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) supplement and dairy foods affected the gut microbiome in…
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Could the weight of your serving dish make you obese?
A study published in the PLOS ONE Journal finds that people carrying heavier serving dishes are more likely to serve…
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Maternal obesity linked to childhood weight issues through DNA changes
In a recent study published in the journal BMC Medicine, researchers investigate the impact of maternal pre-pregnancy overweight or obesity…
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Ciliopathies: A new understanding of the role of the NSL complex
The non-specific lethal (NSL) complex is a chromatin-associated factor that has been shown to regulate the expression of thousands of…
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Semaglutide could be a game-changer for patients with HFpEF and obesity
Semaglutide improves heart failure-related symptoms and physical function and results in greater weight loss compared with placebo in patients with…
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Maternal emulsifier consumption associated with mild health risks for offspring
A new study in mice shows that consuming emulsifiers, a common ingredient in ultra-processed human foods during pregnancy or breast-feeding…
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Association of dietary patterns with general and central obesity in Chinese adults
In a recent article published in BMC Public Health, researchers analyzed China Health and Nutrition Survey (CHNS) data collected between 2004 and…
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Prolonged pain after myocardial infarctions associated with increase in risk of all-cause mortality
In a recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, researchers from Sweden examined the association between…
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What is the effect of a workplace-based nutritional and behavioral intervention on adherence to Mediterranean diet principles at 12 months?
A recent JAMA Network Open study assessed the impact of nutritional and behavioral intervention on adherence to the Mediterranean diet among US…
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Social media and the internet: Top concerns for parents of school-age children
As children head back to school, two issues have climbed higher on their parents’ list of concerns: the role of…
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Nearly 1 billion people likely to live with osteoarthritis by 2050, study estimates
A new study projects nearly 1 billion people will be living with osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, by…
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Meta-analysis reports global prevalence of MAFLD of 38.8% in adults
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a common condition that affects up to 30% of adults in the general population.…
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Exposure to interpersonal violence throughout childhood increases the risk of developing diabetes
According to the results of a new study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, published by Elsevier, exposure to…
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Exposure to interpersonal violence throughout childhood or adulthood increases risk of diabetes
According to the results of a new study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, published by Elsevier, exposure to…
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Rutgers scientists discover first lipid vascular ‘zip code’ in the lungs
Researchers at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS), together with other collaborating groups,…
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New insights into severe obesity genetics: Evidence from adults seeking treatment reveals intriguing oligogenic patterns
Obesity is a complex disorder that is dependent on environmental and genetic factors. Severe obesity, which is otherwise known as…
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Glucokinase activators induce hepatic lipid accumulation in mice with high-fat diet
The researchers demonstrated that glucokinase activation was effective in lowering blood glucose in mice with high-fat diet-induced obesity, while it…
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How does adherence to the DASH diet influence blood pressure?
Scientists have reviewed the available literature to investigate whether the level of adherence to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension…
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School-based interventions offer opportunity to promote cardiovascular health in adolescents
Cardiovascular diseases (CVD), particularly stroke and ischemic heart disease, remain the most common causes of premature death globally. The high…
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Impact of age-related alterations in lipid metabolism on general health
In a recent study published in Nutrients, scientists provide a detailed overview on age-related alterations in lipid metabolism and its…
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Cambridge scientists find structural differences in hypothalamus of overweight and obese people
Cambridge scientists have shown that the hypothalamus, a key region of the brain involved in controlling appetite, is different in…
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Survey: Not enough resources available to meet the needs for pediatric preventive cardiology care
More adolescents and teens are developing health conditions that may increase their risk of premature cardiovascular disease in adulthood, therefore,…
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Survey: Americans want weight loss drugs despite high cost
Many Americans really want to lose weight — and a new poll shows nearly half of adults would be interested…
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Artificial sweeteners linked to increased body fat, study finds
Published in the International Journal of Obesity, University of Minnesota Medical School and School of Public Health researchers led a…
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How fructose turns us into fat, hibernating bears: study
Sugar, oh, honey, honey! A study published last week in the journal Philosophical Transactions found that fructose intake fuels obesity…
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