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.
Nutrition
Beyond the Kidney Stone: Are Oxalates Affecting Your Patients?
Are you missing the possibility of oxalates contributing to your patient’s fatigue, inflammation, pain, or chronic infections? In the absence of kidney stones, dietary oxalate has been overlooked as a cause of common aliments for nearly 100 years. Today’s health- and wellness-seeking patients often come to rely on oxalate-rich foodsRead
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.
Foods to Eat & Avoid for Optimal Microbiome Health
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
Consuming Added Sugars May Increase Risk of Kidney Stones
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.
Free Nutrition Resource: Practical Tips for Healthier Kids Meals
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
Ketogenic Diet Beats DASH Diet for Controlling Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar
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.
How a High-Fat Diet Promotes Atherosclerosis
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.
The Fertility Diet: Foods and Supplements That Support Fertility
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.
Traditional Japanese Diet May Benefit NAFLD Patients
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).
