Research Updates
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
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.
Phytosterol Supplements May Slow Hearing Loss
In a study published in the journal PLOS Biology, Argentinian researchers show that common phytosterol supplements can help slow age-related hearing loss in mice.
Nutrition Shown to Improve Vision in Preterm Infants
In a study published in The Lancet Regional Health Europe, Swedish researchers found that preterm infants who received fatty acid supplementation had better vision by age two and a half.
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.
