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No consistent pattern found in health responses to blueberry interventions, study shows

No consistent pattern found in health responses to blueberry interventions, study shows

In a recent study published in Nutrients, researchers conducted a blueberry intervention using quartile divisions to determine interindividual responses in vascular and cognitive endpoints following a specific dietary intervention. survey: Interindividual responses to a blueberry intervention across multiple endpoints. Image credit: Bukhta Yurii/Shutterstock.com Background Individual health improvement requires an understanding of interindividual heterogeneity in dietary …

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Impact of diet on health outcomes among UK Biobank participants

Impact of diet on health outcomes among UK Biobank participants

In a recent study published in Nutrients, researchers assessed the relationship between diet and health outcomes among UK Biobank (UKBB) participants. survey: Associations of diet with health outcomes in the UK Biobank: a systematic review. Image credit: Julia Furman/Shutterstock/com Background Diet is critical to preventing and controlling chronic disease, with dietary patterns linked to cardiovascular …

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Exercise shapes our gut health, study finds

Exercise shapes our gut health, study finds

In a recent study published in the journal EBioMedicineteam of scientists investigated the relationship between physical activity levels and gut microbiota using accelerometer-based assessments of sedentary, moderate, and vigorous physical activity levels. Study: Accelerometer-based physical activity is associated with gut microbiota in 8416 individuals in SCAPIS. Image credit: Jeanne Mendel / Shutterstock Background A growing …

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Passive smoking associated with significantly increased risk of nine health outcomes

Passive smoking associated with significantly increased risk of nine health outcomes

In a recent study published in natural medicine, researchers assessed and quantified the adverse health effects of secondhand smoke (SHS) exposure. survey: Health effects associated with exposure to second-hand smoke: a burden-of-evidence study. Image credit: Namning / Shutterstock.com The constant threat of passive smoking Tobacco use, a leading global health risk, contributed to more than …

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Using Dendrobium officinale for optimal gut health and disease prevention

In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers reviewed existing data on the structure, extraction, health benefits, and mechanisms of Dendrobium officinale polysaccharides (DOP). survey: Structure, health benefits, mechanisms and gut microbiota of Dendrobium officinale polysaccharides: a revieww. Image credit: bennie/Shutterstock.com Background DOP are active polysaccharides present in Dendrobium officinalea traditional food ingredient or herbal …

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Studies show promise for cardiovascular health and diabetes

In a recent review published in nutrientsresearchers reviewed existing data on the biomodulatory effects of pomegranate (Punica granatum l., PG) polyphenols on metabolic disorders. Study: Modulating bioeffects of pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) polyphenols on metabolic disorders: understanding their preventive role against metabolic syndrome. Image credit: azeraijan _stockers/Shutterstock.com Background Pomegranate, a natural nutrient, has long been …

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The UK’s National Health Service diabetes program has proved effective in managing pre-diabetes, a large study has found

In a recent study published in the journal Natureresearchers examined the original National Health Service (NHS) Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) framework implemented in the United Kingdom (UK). Study: Quasi-experimental evaluation of a national diabetes prevention program. Image credit: Proxima Studio/Shutterstock.com This program is considered the most comprehensive behavior change program for prediabetes worldwide. They examined …

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The study disputes the health benefits of artificially sweetened beverages, links to increased health risks

Health and fitness-conscious people worldwide are choosing artificially sweetened beverages (ASBs) over their sugar-sweetened counterparts (SSBs), but the health benefits of ASBs remain debated in the scientific community. In a recent review published in the journal Nutritional benefits, the researchers examined the results of previous systematic reviews and meta-analyses to verify the credibility of medical …

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A study examines the hidden effects of low-calorie sweeteners on gut health

A recent study published in Eating reviewed the available evidence on the effects of low-calorie and non-caloric sweeteners (LNCS) on the gut microbiota. Higher rates of obesity, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease have become significant public health concerns. Increased sugar intake has been identified as a cause of these disorders, leading to …

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