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HEALTH NEWS · Personalized nutrition more effective than general diet advice, study finds · Vitamin K1 may improve insulin sensitivity and blood sugar levels for pre-diabetics · Frequent salting of food increases the risk of stomach cancer · A 30-year US study links ultra-processed food to higher risk of early death · Mechanism outlined by which inadequate vitamin E can cause brain damage · About 90% of US adults are on the way to heart disease, study suggests Personalized nutrition more effective than general diet advice, study finds King's College London, May 8, 2024 (Medical Xpress) Personalized nutrition approaches can improve several key health metrics, including lower weight, lower cholesterol, better mood, improved gut health, lower heart disease risk, and better metabolic health. Improvements for those following personalized guidance were also greater in some areas than for those following current, generalized government advice. In this study, researchers wanted to see if a personalized diet plan, tailored to an individual's biology, lifestyle, and health history, would have a greater impact than generic nutrition advice such as avoiding red meat. 347 Americans took part in the study, with researchers comparing the effects of following an 18-week personalized program to generic US government-issued nutrition advice. While both groups improved their health overall, participants on the personalized diet plan lost more weight than the control group and lowered their triglyceride levels more—decreasing their risk of heart disease. Participants following the personalized diet plan were also twice as likely to report improved mood, twice as likely to feel less hungry, and more than four times more likely to report better sleep quality and energy levels compared with the control group. Vitamin K1 may improve insulin sensitivity and blood sugar levels for pre-diabetics Ahvaz Jundishapur University (Iran), May 6, 2024 (Nutraingredients) Supplements containing vitamin K1 (phylloquinone) may improve glycemic status and insulin sensitivity for premenopausal and pre-diabetic women, says a new study. “To the best of our knowledge, the present study is the first one that investigated the effects of vitamin K1 supplementation on the glycemic status and insulin sensitivity via different forms of [osteocalcin] in pre-diabetic women,” wrote the researchers in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Osteocalcin (cOC) is a vitamin K-dependent protein. Without adequate vitamin K, the osteocalcin remains inactive (uncarboxylated osteocalcin, ucOC), and thus not effective. The new study used phylloquinone at a daily dose of 1,000 micrograms for four weeks. Eighty-two pre-diabetic and pre-menopausal women participated in the study and were randomly assigned to either the vitamin K1 group or placebo. Results showed that cOC levels increased as a result of K1 supplementation, while ucOC levels decreased, compared with placebo. In addition, results of the two hour post-oral glucose tolerance test showed improvements in both glucose and insulin levels in the K1 group, compared with placebo. Data from the insulin sensitivity index (ISI) showed increases in the K1 group, they added. Frequent salting of food increases the risk of stomach cancer Medical University of Vienna (Austria), May 8, 2024 (Eurekalert) In Asian countries, where high-salt foods are popular, the link between high salt consumption and stomach cancer has already been proven. A long-term study by MedUni Vienna has now shown for the first time that this risk is also reflected in the cancer statistics in Europe. As the analysis recently published in the specialist journal Gastric Cancer shows, people who frequently add salt to their food are around 40 per cent more likely to develop stomach cancer than those who do not use the salt shaker at the table. Data from more than 470,000 adults from the large-scale British cohort study "UK-Biobank" was...

HEALTH NEWS · Can olive oil help lower the risk of dementia-related death? · Mouse study shows intermittent fasting protects against liver inflammation and liver cancer · Could getting enough sleep help prevent osteoporosis? · Cannabis, nicotine use during pregnancy found to increase rate of infant death fourfold · Common chemicals combine to create super potent hormone wrecking toxins · Sedentary lifestyle puts strain on young hearts

HEALTH NEWS · Saffron shows promise against age-related macular degeneration · Eating These Vegetables Lower Inflammation and Mortality Risk · Hormone therapy for prostate cancer may increase risk of depression · Want a Mood Boost? Make Yourself Cry to Sad Music · Chlorella Found to Treat Viral Hepatitis C · Polyphenol potential to counteract age-related epigenetic changes

HEALTH NEWS · Resveratrol: A Ray of Hope in the Battle Against Oral Cancer · Study challenges one-size-fits-all approach to vitamin D supplementation guidelines · Birdwatching can help students improve mental health, reduce distress · People with gas and propane stoves breathe more unhealthy nitrogen dioxide, study finds · A grateful heart is a healthier heart · Hibiscus Tea Significantly Lowers Blood Pressure

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HEALTH NEWS · Plant-Based Diets and Disease Progression in Men With Prostate Cancer · Daily Bathing in Bicarbonate Water Baths Improves Stress, Sleep, and Immune Function · A sum greater than its parts: Time-restricted eating and high-intensity exercise work together to improve health · Brief anger may impair blood vessel function, says new research · The Impact of Curcumin, Resveratrol, and Cinnamon on Modulating Oxidative Stress and Antioxidant Activity in Type 2 Diabetes · Study shows green views lead to healthier food choices

HEALTH NEWS · Cranberry extracts could boost microbiota and counter cardiometabolic diseases · Omega-6 fatty acids could cut risk of bipolar disorder, study suggests · How Common Pharmaceuticals Could Be Damaging Your Urinary System · Antioxidants improve short-term mortality risk in sepsis patients · Research finds that wisdom is a matter of both heart and mind · Sea buckthorn leaf extracts show exercise benefits: Study

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HEALTH NEWS · Vitamin D alters mouse gut bacteria to give better cancer immunity · Positive childhood experiences can boost mental health and reduce depression and anxiety in teens · Eating Flavonoids Protects Men Against Parkinson's Disease, Study Finds · The Love Frequency's Scientific Backing: 528 Hz Shown to Elevate Testosterone and Reduce Anxiety in Preclinical Research · Physical activity in nature helps prevent several diseases, including depression and type 2 diabetes · Social media affects people’s views on mental illness

HEALTH NEWS · Creatine found to improve cognitive performance during sleep deprivation · New research shows “profound” link between dietary choices and brain health · Individualized homeopathic medicines in preventing the progression from pre-diabetes to diabetes · Cancer survivors reporting loneliness experience higher mortality risk, new study shows · Effect of Reiki Application on Menopausal Symptoms · Study reveals tai chi benefits for sleep quality in advanced lung cancer patients

HEALTH NEWS · Vitamin D, omega-3 associated with less fatigue and disability in MS patients · Open Your Mind, Close Your Mouth: Oral Breathing Impedes Optimal Brain Activity · Artificial sweetener has potential to damage gut, finds study · The Surprising Benefits of Peppermint Oil for Runners · Use of acid reflux drugs linked to higher risk of migraine · Low intensity exercise linked to reduced depression

HEALTH NEWS · Study: Betalains in beets can help reduce fatigue and boost athletic performance · One serving of spinach a day could keep mental decline away by 11 years · Nature's Healing Power: How Viewing Real Plants Reduces Stress and Promotes Relaxation · The consumption of certain food additive emulsifiers could be associated with the risk of developing type 2 diabetes · Spirulina protects against COVID death, study finds · Study suggests adolescent stress may raise risk of postpartum depression in adults

HEALTH NEWS · Tocotrienols may help protect against cognitive decline associated with obesity · Mediterranean diet tied to lower hypertension risk, 20 years' worth of data show · Study connects enjoyment of nature to lower inflammation levels\ · Natural licorice compound helps the body protect skin from sun damage · Sesame Seeds: A Nutrient-Rich Superfood · Being treated by a female physician associated with lower risk for death

HEALTH NEWS · Compound from blessed thistle may promote functional nerve regeneration · How reflecting on gratitude received from family can make you a better leader · Toxic chemicals from microplastics can be absorbed through skin · Occupations that are cognitively stimulating may be protective against later-life dementia · Fake Meat, Genuine Risks: Unveiling the Dark Side of Plant-Based Meat Substitutes · Higher vitamin D levels associated with less obesity among US adults of Asian ethnicity

HEALTH NEWS · Melatonin helps prevent weight gain in preclinical research · Dietary treatment more effective than medicines in IBS · New England seafood loaded with more toxic ‘forever chemicals’ than realized, especially shrimp and lobster · Nattokinase Dissolves Fibrinaloid Microclots · Protecting brain cells with cannabinol: Research suggests CBN shows promise for treating neurological disorders · Research explores how a father’s diet could shape the health of his offspring Melatonin helps prevent weight gain in preclinical research University of Granada (Spain), April 17 2024 (Life Extension) Findings from a study reported in Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy indicated that melatonin, a hormone that induces sleep, may be helpful in the prevention of obesity. The study included 32 six-week-old rats that were bred to develop obesity and diabetes and 32 lean rats of the same age. Obese rats that received melatonin gained less weight and had less visceral fat (central obesity) compared with obese untreated animals at the end of the 12-week period. Melatonin-treated rats also had less obesity-induced muscle fiber atrophy and showed increased mitochondrial activity, which may contribute to the decrease in weight gain observed in these animals. Additional research showed that melatonin increased a thermogenic response to cold exposure, which helps burn fat. "During the day, it is good to expose yourself to natural light, do adequate physical activity, choose low-calorie diets loaded with unprocessed foods and replace these additives with thermogenic spices and herbs, avoid eating between meals, do not wear insulating clothing and keep the heating at a comfortable and cool temperature of around 17⁰ C, as well as showering with cool water," senior author Ahmad Agil of the University of Granada School of Medicine recommended. Dietary treatment more effective than medicines in IBS University of Gothenburg (Sweden), April 18, 2024 (Eurekalert) Dietary treatment is more effective than medications in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). These are the findings of a study conducted at the University of Gothenburg. With dietary adjustments, more than seven out of ten patients had significantly reduced symptoms. The current study, published in The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology, compared three treatments: two dietary and one based on use of medications. The participants were adult patients with severe or moderate IBS symptoms at Sahlgrenska University Hospital in Gothenburg. The first group was given traditional IBS dietary advice, focusing on eating behavior combined with low intake of fermentable carbohydrates, known as FODMAPs. These include e.g. products with lactose, legumes, onions, and grains, which ferment in the colon and can cause pain in IBS. The second group received a dietary treatment low in carbohydrates and proportionally high in protein and fat. In the third group, the best possible medication was given based on the patient's most troublesome IBS symptoms. Of those who received traditional IBS dietary advice and low content of FODMAPs, 76% had significantly reduced symptoms. In the group receiving low carbohydrates and high protein and fat, the proportion was 71%, and in the medication group 58%. New England seafood loaded with more toxic ‘forever chemicals’ than realized, especially shrimp and lobster Dartmouth College, April 17, 2024 (Study Finds) A new study out of Dartmouth College suggests that seafood from succulent lobster to flaky cod may come with an unseen risk: exposure to a class of persistent, man-made toxins known as PFAS. PFAS, short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a family of chemicals that have been widely used in consumer products since the 1950s. You might know them best for their role in making non-stick cookware and stain-resistant fabrics, but they’re also found in a host of other items, from food packaging to firefighting foams. PFAS are incredibly resistant to...

HEALTH NEWS · Researchers find evidence red cabbage juice can help gut health · Healthy diet lowers heart disease risk in breast cancer survivors · Antibiotics aren’t effective for most lower tract respiratory infections · Study suggests the brain's reward system works to make others happy, not just ourselves · Turkey Tail mushrooms boost immunity in women with breast cancer · Walking in Nature Improves Executive Function and Attention

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HEALTH NEWS · Natural Approach to Treating Gliomas? The Case for Resveratrol · Presence of specific lipids indicate tissue aging and can be decreased through exercise, study shows · Probiotics improve cognitive function in schizophrenia patients · Chemicals stored in home garages linked to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis risk · Why Exercising At Night May Be Best For Health: 61% Lower Risk Of Death From Any Cause · Probiotic potential for pear antioxidants explored in study