Can DHA Protect Brain Cells from Effects of High-Fat Diet?
A study in Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience shows that docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) can protect the brain from damage caused by saturated fats.
Jerry Shaver
Ancient Whole Grain Increases Glutathione in Human Cells
A new study in the journal Antioxidants shows that teff, a gluten-free African grain, increased levels of antioxidant glutathione in human cells.
Study Examines Protein Intake and Type 2 Diabetes
When it comes to controlling blood sugar and managing type 2 diabetes, experts agree that a healthy diet can play a key role. The disagreement arises when they try to define exactly what “healthy” means. Proponents of low-carb, high-protein, Keto, and other diets all lay claim to the term, withRead
Treating Urinary Tract Symptoms in Older Men Leads to Lower Risk of Mortality
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), such as weak stream and frequent nighttime urination (nocturia), are very common in older men. Previous studies have linked moderate to severe LUTS to an increased risk of death. With that in mind, Canadian researchers set out to determine whether improvement in male LUTS couldRead
Natural Plant Compound Inhibits Drug-Resistant Candida Grow
Candida is a yeast often found on the skin and in the digestive tract of healthy people. Some species, such as Candida albicans, occasionally grow out of control and cause mild infections. In more serious cases, however, Candida can invade deep into the body and cause infections in the bloodstreamRead
Turmeric Works as Well as Drugs for Treating Indigestion
Turmeric, the spice that gives curry its yellow color, has been as an herbal remedy for nearly 4,000 years. Its active component, curcumin, is an anti-inflammatory that has been recommended for everything from gallstones to arthritis. Previous research has indicated that it shows therapeutic potential in the treatment of digestiveRead
Study Sheds Light on Postmenopausal Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation—an irregular, often very rapid, heart rhythm—is a serious condition that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure, or other cardiovascular complications. It primarily affects older adults, and more than 12 million people in the U.S. are expected to develop atrial fibrillation by 2030, according to the AmericanRead
Probiotic Reduces Insulin Resistance
Insulin resistance is a well-known precursor to obesity, prediabetes, and type-2 diabetes. It occurs when cells in the body stop responding well to insulin, which ultimately results in a buildup of glucose in the bloodstream. It’s estimated that about one in every three adults over the age of 18 hasRead
Strong Antibiotics May Promote the Growth of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria in the Gut
A study published in Nature Communications shows that antibiotic-resistant bacteria get extra nutrients and thrive when the drugs kill ‘good’ bacteria in the gut.
Intermittent Fasting Improves Alzheimer’s Pathology
A study published in Cell Metabolism found that mice on time-restricted feeding schedules had better memory and less accumulation of amyloid proteins in the brain.
