Immunology
Study shows yogurt may dampen chronic inflammation linked to multiple diseases
Inflammation can be good. It's part of the body's innate immune system, our first line of defense against illness and injury.
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Health
A new low-calorie sweetener could also improve gut health, study shows
From the wide variety of sodas, candies and baked goods that are sold worldwide, it's clear that people love their sweet treats. But consuming too much white table sugar or artificial sweetener can lead to health issues. ...
Aug 4, 2022
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Health
New evidence linking eggs, cholesterol to cardiovascular death
A person's intake of whole eggs and cholesterol was positively associated with their risk of death, while intake of egg whites or egg substitutes was negatively associated with death in a new study published this week in ...
Feb 9, 2021
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Health
People with IBD have more microplastics in their feces, study says
Microplastics—tiny pieces of plastic less than 5 mm in length –– are everywhere, from bottled water to food to air. According to recent estimates, people consume tens of thousands of these particles each year, with ...
Dec 22, 2021
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Health
Keeping peanut skins in the mix boosts nutrition, researchers find
(Medical Xpress)—Peanuts taste good and are good for you. But a new NC State study shows that putting a bit of skin in the game can make peanut products even healthier while keeping them flavorful.
Nov 2, 2012
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Medical research
For gut microbes, not all types of fiber are created equal
Certain human gut microbes with links to health thrive when fed specific types of ingredients in dietary fibers, according to a new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.
Sep 19, 2019
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Immunology
Common additive may be why you have food allergies
A Michigan State University researcher has found that a common food additive may be linked to a rise in food allergies.
Jul 11, 2016
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Diet modifications—including more wine and cheese—may help reduce cognitive decline
The foods we eat may have a direct impact on our cognitive acuity in our later years. This is the key finding of an Iowa State University research study spotlighted in an article published in the November 2020 issue of the ...
Dec 10, 2020
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Genetics
How fasting diets could harm future generations
Fasting diets could impact the health of future generations according to new research from the University of East Anglia (UEA).
May 11, 2021
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Medical research
Coffee bean extracts alleviate inflammation, insulin resistance in mouse cells
When coffee beans are processed and roasted the husk and silverskin of the bean are removed and unused, and often are left behind in fields by coffee producers.
Oct 11, 2019
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