"The potential benefits of eating a plant-based diet have expanded once again. A new paper concludes that, for people with diabetes, cutting out animal products improves glucose control and well-being in addition to boosting weight loss." Read more...
"A study conducted at Texas A&M University has identified a new area in the brain involved in inhibiting fear, a discovery that holds potential for clinical interventions in patients with psychiatric diseases such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The article was published in Nature Communications on Oct. 30. " Read more...
"As the popularity of probiotics grows, scientists are turning more of their attention to these tiny particles. With the spotlight intensifying, some researchers suspect that their impact may not be beneficial for everyone." Read more...
"Early prenatal exposure to phthalates — the synthetic chemicals commonly found in household items and personal care products — has been tied to language delays in children, new research shows." Read more...
"Authorities are legalizing cannabis, particularly for medicinal use, in an increasing number of states. Many people stand by its alleged benefits, but new research warns that frequent use may lead to the "disabling" symptoms of cannabis withdrawal syndrome." Read more...
"Scientists at The University of Manchester have shown for the first time how antibiotics can predispose the gut to avoidable infections that trigger bowel disease in mice." Read more...
"Traditional folk medicine maintains that the smell of some plants can calm the nerves. Now, new research is suggesting that one fragrant compound present in lavender can lessen anxiety by stimulating the nose to pass signals to the brain." Read more...
"The accumulation of lead in the tibia was associated with resistant hypertension, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. " Read more...
"Use of yoga, along with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), may help improve smoking cessation efforts, new research suggests." Read more...
"A high-dose flu vaccine that is currently used for elderly patients can significantly boost the immune response of patients with rheumatoid arthritis, new data show." Read more...
"One of the hallmark traits of Alzheimer's disease, a debilitating disorder marked by memory deficits and general cognitive decline, is the accumulation in the brain of a protein called b-amyloid. These proteins form "plaques" and bind to unique proteins on the surface of brain cells called receptors, causing widespread cell death. "
"Scientists have developed a potential solution to the rising global antibiotic resistance crisis. It lies in rendering bacteria ineffective without killing them, which relieves the selective pressure that drives the growth of resistant strains." Read more...
"People with high blood pressure taking medication for their condition are more likely to benefit from the therapy if they have good oral health, according to new research in the American Heart Association's journal Hypertension. " Read more...
"You can protect yourself from cancer by eating organic, a new study suggests. Those who frequently eat organic foods lowered their overall risk of developing cancer, a study published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine finds. Specifically, those who primarily eat organic foods were more likely to ward off non-Hodgkin lymphoma and postmenopausal breast cancer compared to those who rarely or never ate organic foods. " Read more...
"A team of researchers led by Principal Investigator Dr. Jan Gruber from Yale-NUS College has discovered a combination of pharmaceutical drugs that not only increases healthy lifespan in the microscopic worm Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans), but also delays the rate of ageing in them, a finding that could someday mean longer, healthier lives for humans. " Read more....
Researchers discover drug cocktail that increases lifespan. Medical Xpress.
October 22, 2018, Yale-NUS College
"Treatment with cannabis can relieve symptoms and improve quality of life in individuals with Crohn's disease even though it has no impact on gut inflammation, according to new research presented at a conference recently." Read more...
"Mounting research is helping to cement a proposed link between the herpes virus and Alzheimer's disease (AD)." Read more...
"A new study, published in the Journal of Experimental & Clinical Cancer Research, finds that a synthetic analog of a compound found in a rare Chinese tree can be used to tackle treatment-resistant pancreatic cancer." Read more...
"A group of Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) investigators is proposing that targeting immune checkpoints—molecules that regulate the activity of the immune system—in immune cells called microglia could reduce the inflammatory aspects of important neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)." Read more...
Regulating microglial activity may reduce inflammation in neurodegenerative diseases.
October 17, 2018, Massachusetts General Hospital
"A new study reports the rhythm of your breathing can influence neural activity that enhances memory recall and emotional judgement." Read more...
Neuroscience NewsDecember 7, 2016
"A substance found in chili peppers reduces depressive symptoms in a rodent model of depression, according to research published in Physiology & Behavior. The study examined the effects of capsaicin, which is responsible for the spicy and pungent flavor of chilis. " Read more...
"Many women who have served in the Armed Forces in the United States have experienced sexual assault, and those victims of assault are more likely to be infertile, a cross-sectional study of infertility in veterans shows." Read more...
"Multiple sclerosis affects millions of people worldwide, though its underlying causes, and the physiological factors that trigger it remain unclear. Recently, however, researchers are looking to the human gut microbiota for answers." Read more...
"Prenatal exposure to higher levels of fluoride not only impairs cognitive development but also significantly increases the incidence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, new research shows." Read more...
Prenatal Fluoride Exposure Linked to ADHD in Kids. George W. Citroner . Medscape. October 18, 2018
"There is new hope for people with an aggressive type of breast cancer, as an immunotherapy trial shows for the first time that lives can be extended in people with triple-negative breast cancer." Read more...
"For the 50 million individuals worldwide ailing from Alzheimer’s disease, the announcements by pharmaceutical giants earlier this year that they will end research on therapeutics were devastating. The news is even more devastating considering projections that 100 million more people will be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease across the globe by 2050, all potentially without a medical means to better their quality of life." Read more...
"Adding highly refined fiber to processed foods could have negative effects on human health, such as promoting liver cancer, according to a new study by researchers at Georgia State University and the University of Toledo. " Read more...
"Another 34 genes have been linked with autism spectrum disorder, according to a presentation yesterday (October 16) at the American Society of Human Genetics annual meeting in San Diego." Read more...
"Clinicians should consider how the way we think can make us vulnerable to obesity, and how obesity is genetically intertwined with brain structure and mental performance, according to new research." Read more...
"Researchers have been conducting studies to determine how gut health and problems affect the body. Individuals who want to improve their memory may take into account taking better care of their gut." Read more...
"In our increasingly aging society, it is worth asking: what can we do to ensure that we don't just live longer lives, but also healthier ones? New research suggests one possible answer — eat more seafood!" Read more...
"One question that scientists and fitness experts alike would love to answer is whether exercise or nutrition has a bigger positive impact on bone strength. " Read article...
"People with a diagnosis of dementia can also face depression. For this reason, they may end up taking antidepressant drugs. Now, a study has found that these drugs may be able to treat not just depression, but dementia itself." Read article...
"Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are one of the most commonly used medications for gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, but are often taken for far longer periods of time than they are FDA-approved for and sometimes at higher doses. To assess this trend, Cleveland Clinic researchers were invited by Nutrition in Clinical Practice to review the literature on the proper use of PPIs and potential side effects, including emerging effects on the gut microbiome. " Read article...
"A new benefit of dark chocolate could be in sight — literally. One preliminary study suggests that indulging in this tasty treat could improve vision." Read article...
"A new study, published in the journal Cell Metabolism, challenges the current understanding of what causes diabetes. The findings may lead to new therapies." Read more...
"A detailed new review of nutritional science argues that most American diets are deficient in a key class of vitamins and minerals that play previously unrecognized roles in promoting longevity and in staving off chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer and, potentially, neurodegeneration. "
Adequate consumption of 'longevity' vitamins could prolong healthy aging, nutrition scientist says. MedicalXpress.com .October 16, 2018. Jason Alvarez, University of California, San Francisco
"Let’s be honest—who doesn’t enjoy a cup of coffee (or two) in the morning, afternoon, or somewhere in between? Each day, Americans drink more than 400 million cups of coffee, and for regular coffee drinkers, kicking the habit can be tough. But according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, we shouldn’t feel guilty about our coffee drinking habits as it may help protect our hearts." Read more..
"UC San Francisco researchers, in collaboration with the unique Brazilian Biobank for Aging Studies (BBAS) at the University of São Paulo, have shown that the earliest stages of the brain degeneration associated with Alzheimer's disease (AD) are linked to neuropsychiatric symptoms including anxiety, depression, loss of appetite, and sleep disturbances. " Read more...
"A recently published meta-analysis concludes that omega-3 oil supplements might reduce symptoms of anxiety for some people." Read more...
"Alterations in gut microbiota in patients with Alzheimer's disease (AD) may be associated with increased bacterial endotoxins in the blood, a finding that may point the way to potential treatments, new research suggests." Read more...
"Summary: A new study reports T cells are activated in the intestines and migrate to the brain, causing an inflammatory cascade that may lead to multiple sclerosis. Researchers say the gut microbiome may play a more significant role in the development and progression of MS than previously believed." Read more...
"The debate on whether dairy and dairy-derived fats are good or bad for health has been going on for many years. However, recent data seem to suggest that milk, cheese, and yogurt may be more beneficial than harmful. A new international study corroborates evidence that dairy fats may lower the risk of diabetes." Read article...
"Infection with the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus can cause many health problems, including sepsis. Certain strains of this bacterium are resistant to antibiotics, so they are particularly dangerous. However, researchers discover that a probiotic bacterium can destroy this superbug." Read more...
"Researchers have developed techniques to detect Lyme disease bacteria weeks sooner than current tests, allowing patients to start treatment earlier."
"A team of researchers from Switzerland, the U.S. and Spain has isolated an enzyme that triggers an autoimmune response from T-cells in patients with MS. In their paper published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, the group describes their study of T-cells and protein fragments and what they found. Joseph Sabatino Jr. and Scott Zamvil with the University of California, have written a Focus piece on the work done by the team in the same journal issue. " Read more...
