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GLP1R medications show promise in reducing suicidal ideation among adolescents with obesity

Adolescents treated with GLP1R drugs for obesity exhibit fewer suicidal thoughts, indicating potential mental health benefits of these medications.

17 Oct 2024

Menopause transition linked to increased heart disease risk

The risk of heart disease increases with age for most people, however, for women that may be even more true.

16 Oct 2024

Everyday products ranked for health impact: Which ones are harming you and which are making you healthier?

The Building H Index 2024 rates 75+ non-healthcare products on their impact on human health, identifying how daily-use items influence eating, sleep, physical activity, social interaction, and outdoor behaviors. The report pushes for company accountability in improving health outcomes through small product modifications.

16 Oct 2024

Genetics identified as key factor in gout development

A major international study has found gout is a chronic illness where genetics is a major cause, rather than lifestyle choices of the sufferer.

15 Oct 2024

Social isolation linked to micronutrient deficiencies in older adults

Older adults in the UK who are socially isolated are more likely to have an insufficient intake of key micronutrients such as vitamin C and vitamin B6, increasing their risk of health problems, according to a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers.

15 Oct 2024

Obesity linked to increased cardiovascular risks in Middle Eastern women

Obesity is a widespread public health challenge in the Middle East, maintaining prevalence in 54.2% of women and 31.4% of men in this region.

15 Oct 2024

Dietary inflammation linked to higher mortality risk in coronary heart disease patients

Researchers examine the association between dietary inflammation and coronary heart disease.

15 Oct 2024

Dietitians boost GLP-1 therapy success with personalized care and side effect management

Researchers reveal the importance of personalized communication and side effect management in improving outcomes for patients on GLP-1 medications for weight management. The study highlights the critical role of dietitians in guiding lifestyle and dietary changes.

15 Oct 2024

Is high-speed internet fueling the obesity epidemic?

Research finds that faster internet access leads to higher BMI and increased obesity risk due to sedentary behavior and inactivity, using data from Australia's National Broadband Network rollout.

14 Oct 2024

New resource helps consumers decode nutrition labels

Today, EUFIC launches its interactive food labelling resource, making it easier for consumers to understand nutrition labels and to make healthier choices while grocery shopping.

14 Oct 2024

New gene therapy offers hope in combatting childhood obesity

According to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly 20% of children and teens are considered obese.

14 Oct 2024

New nanoparticle system fights obesity

Researchers have unveiled a novel approach to tackle obesity by targeting fat absorption in the small intestine. The cutting-edge nanoparticle system, engineered to deliver therapeutic molecules directly to the digestive tract, has shown significant potential to prevent diet-induced obesity.

14 Oct 2024

Promising new treatment strategy for type 2 diabetes

Groundbreaking research presented today at UEG Week 2024 reveals a promising new treatment strategy for type 2 diabetes (T2D) that could significantly reduce or even eliminate the need for insulin therapy.

14 Oct 2024

How gut microbiome and fiber diversity shape chronic disease outcomes

Review explores how different types of dietary fibers interact with the gut microbiome, influencing chronic disease risks like obesity, cancer, and cardiometabolic conditions, while emphasizing the need for personalized dietary interventions.

13 Oct 2024

Simple dietary changes may help reduce migraine severity and medication use

Researchers reviewed the impact of various diets, including ketogenic and low-fat vegan, on reducing the frequency, intensity, and duration of migraine attacks, suggesting that dietary changes could complement traditional treatments.

13 Oct 2024

Boost your heart, save your brain: How better heart health fights dementia

Research highlights the strong connection between heart and brain health, showing that improving cardiovascular health can help prevent cognitive decline and dementia. It underscores the shared biological mechanisms that link cardiac diseases to neurological impairment.

13 Oct 2024

Can the Mediterranean diet protect against childhood overweight and obesity?

Following the Mediterranean diet may modestly lower children's risk of gaining excessive weight, but the impact was not statistically significant after adjusting for baseline factors. Specific foods like nuts and vegetables offer some protection against large BMI increases.

13 Oct 2024

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Latest Diet News and Research

GLP1R medications show promise in reducing suicidal ideation among adolescents with obesity

Menopause transition linked to increased heart disease risk

Everyday products ranked for health impact: Which ones are harming you and which are making you healthier?

Genetics identified as key factor in gout development

Social isolation linked to micronutrient deficiencies in older adults

Obesity linked to increased cardiovascular risks in Middle Eastern women

Dietary inflammation linked to higher mortality risk in coronary heart disease patients

Dietitians boost GLP-1 therapy success with personalized care and side effect management

Is high-speed internet fueling the obesity epidemic?

New resource helps consumers decode nutrition labels

New gene therapy offers hope in combatting childhood obesity

New nanoparticle system fights obesity

Promising new treatment strategy for type 2 diabetes

How gut microbiome and fiber diversity shape chronic disease outcomes

Simple dietary changes may help reduce migraine severity and medication use

Boost your heart, save your brain: How better heart health fights dementia

Can the Mediterranean diet protect against childhood overweight and obesity?

Updated Food Compass 2.0 improves food health ratings using new diet data

New research explores hydrogen sulfide as treatment for obesity

Excess sugar consumption triggers inflammation and dysbiosis, worsening periodontal disease

Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

How GLP‑1 Agonists Are Shaping the Future of Obesity Treatment With Dr Bryony Henderson

Flow chemistry, AI, and NMR: A next-gen approach to scalable API production

Diet News and Research

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Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

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Flow chemistry, AI, and NMR: A next-gen approach to scalable API production

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