Diets high in fat, sugar may reduce cognitive functioning by altering gut bacteria

Researchers from Oregon State University found that mice fed diets high in fat or sugar experienced gut bacteria changes associated with reduced cognitive functioning.

Researchers identify gene that controls soybean seed permeability, calcium content

Purdue University researchers have pinpointed the gene that controls whether soybean seed coats are hard or permeable, a finding that could be used to develop better varieties for southern and…

Parkinson: risk of illness is one-third lower in coffee consumers

Coffee consumers seem to be better protected against the risk of developing Parkinson’s Disease than non-coffee drinkers.

Over two-thirds of Americans estimated to be overweight, obese

New estimates suggest that more than two-thirds of Americans are either overweight or obese.

Is yogurt good for you?

Yogurt is a simple pleasure packed with nutrients, good bacteria, and is a great way to boost protein levels. However, do all yogurts prove to be a healthy choice?

Diet that mimics fasting may promote longevity and improve healthspan

Researchers have created a fasting-mimicking diet that they found increased lifespan and healthspan of mice and reduced risk factors linked to cancer, CVD and diabetes in humans.

Doctors cause copper deficiency by ‘misdiagnosing a need for zinc’

Doctors mistakenly diagnosing a deficiency of zinc are prescribing enough supplement to lead to zinc-induced copper deficiency, an audit of patient care suggests.

WSU scientists turn white fat into obesity-fighting beige fat

A new twist on the health benefits of resveratrolWashington State University scientists have shown that berries, grapes and other fruits convert excess white fat into calorie-burning “beige” fat…

What are the health benefits of barley?

Find out about the potential health benefits of consuming barley including maintaining blood pressure, bone structure and strength, decreasing the risk of heart disease and cancer.

Scientists turn white fat into obesity-fighting beige fat

Scientists have shown that berries, grapes and other fruits convert excess white fat into calorie-burning ‘beige’ fat, providing new strategies for the prevention and treatment of obesity. In the study, mice were fed a high fat diet

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