Study Links Artificial Sweeteners to Increased Body Fat
A study published in the International Journal of Obesity shows a link between long-term use of aspartame and saccharin to increased fat stores in the abdomen and muscles.
A study published in the International Journal of Obesity shows a link between long-term use of aspartame and saccharin to increased fat stores in the abdomen and muscles.
Everyone’s gut microbiome is unique and evolving. Harmonizing the gut, by keeping the trillions of microbial residents in balance is a key to health and wellbeing. Whenever there is dysbiosis or a loss of diversity in the gut microbiota, there is often discomfort and disease can develop. 97 million Americans (between 10Read
In a study published in Frontiers in Nutrition, Chinese scientists have reported a link between added sugars found in processed foods and an increased risk of kidney stones.
A new school year is fast approaching, and you’re probably talking to parents and caregivers about how to help their child have a successful school year. As you know, a nutritious diet plays a vital role. Providing nourishing foods for lunch and snacks gives children an edge — mentally, socially,Read
In a study published in The Annals of Family Medicine, a very low-carb diet led to better outcomes than the DASH diet in people with obesity, hypertension, and diabetes.
A study in the Journal of Lipid Research finds that phospholipids found in high-fat, high-cholesterol diets promote atherosclerosis via gut bacteria interactions with the immune system.
A healthy diet is important throughout the lifecycle. For women of childbearing age, optimizing nutrition supports reproductive health and can significantly improve their chances of conception.
A study published in Nutrients shows that a diet comprising soy products, seafood, and other Japanese staples may benefit people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
In-vitro studies have shown that high doses of selenium have powerful anti-cancer properties. But until recently, scientists have been unable to test this treatment in humans, as excessive amounts of selenium are toxic. Now a study in Redox Biology shows a promising workaround — selenium nanoparticles. Study Details Using modelsRead
Love Your Happy Place The human microbiota consists of trillions of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and others. The vast majority, around 70%, of these microbes reside in the gut and are vital to immune and metabolic health. The gut microbiota also affects your cognitive function and mood throughRead