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UrduAlmost all crop plants form associations with a particular type of fungi – called arbuscular mycorrhiza fungi – in the soil, which greatly expand their root surface area. This mutually beneficial interaction boosts the plant’s ability to take up nutrients…
Tag: NUTRITION/NUTRIENTS
Higher levels of omega-3 acids in the blood increases life expectancy by almost five years
A 1% increase in this substance in the blood is associated with a change in mortality risk similar to that of quitting smoking.
COVID-19: Patients with malnutrition may be more likely to have severe outcomes
Adults and children with COVID-19 who have a history of malnutrition may have an increased likelihood of death and the need for mechanical ventilation, according to a study published in Scientific Reports . Malnutrition hampers the proper functioning of the…
The Need for Nuance in Carbohydrate Recommendations
Carbohydrates have traditionally been the largest source of energy intake for much of the world’s population1.
Tiny organisms shed big light on ocean nutrients
As the world warms, sweeping changes in marine nutrients seem like an expected consequence of increased ocean temperatures. However, the reality is more complicated. New research suggests that processes below the ocean surface may be controlling what is happening above.…
Three in ten Americans increased supplement use since onset of pandemic
Some U.S. adults seek enhanced immunity against COVID-19, but lack knowledge on safety
Study innovates in gluten-free formulations, creating more palatable and nutritious bread
Study at the Federal University of São Paulo developed a recipe combining chickpea flour and psyllium, a plant-derived soluble fiber. The product is nourishing and rated highly by consumers in qualitative surveys.
Kids eat more fruit and vegetables with longer seated lunch time
URBANA, Ill. – When kids sit down to eat lunch at school, fruits and vegetables may not be their first choice. But with more time at the lunch table, they are more likely to pick up those healthy foods. If…
Copper transporter potential new treatment target for cardiovascular disease
An internal transporter that enables us to use the copper we consume in foods like shellfish and nuts to enable a host of vital body functions also has the essential role of protecting the receptor that enables us to grow…
Discrimination and safety concerns barriers to accessing healthy food for food-insecure young adults
New study in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics indicates interventions of specific relevance to COVID-19, including expanded food assistance services, are needed to improve the accessibility of healthy food for young adults
Study shows diet causes 84% drop in troublesome menopausal symptoms–without drugs
A new study, published by the North American Menopause Society in the journal Menopause, found a plant-based diet rich in soy reduces moderate-to-severe hot flashes by 84%, from nearly five per day to fewer than one per day.
Study shows diet causes 84% drop in troublesome menopausal symptoms–without drugs
WASHINGTON–A new study, published by the North American Menopause Society in the journal Menopause, found a plant-based diet rich in soy reduces moderate-to-severe hot flashes by 84%, from nearly five per day to fewer than one per day. During the…
Kelp for corn? Illinois scientists demystify natural products for crops
URBANA, Ill. – Corn growers can choose from a wide array of products to make the most of their crop, but the latest could bring seaweed extract to a field near you. The marine product is just one class in…
Combining plant-based diet and a healthy microbiome may protect against multiple sclerosis
Metabolism of isoflavone by gut bacteria protects mice from MS-like inflammation
CNIO researchers discover a new pathway to tackle follicular lymphoma
Alejo Efeyan’s team at the CNIO has shown in animal models that blocking signals controlled by the RagC protein delays the onset of follicular lymphoma without side effects. This strategy may also be effective in the treatment of autoimmune diseases
How well do consumers understand their dairy purchases?
New research in the Journal of Dairy Science® examines consumer knowledge of dairy processing terms on product labels
India national school meal program linked to improved growth in children of beneficiaries
Benefits for next generation demonstrate long term positives of nutrition programs
Researchers: Let crop residues rot in the field — it’s a climate win
Plant material that lies to rot in soil isn’t just valuable as compost. In fact, agricultural crop residue plays a crucial role in sequestering carbon, which is vital for reducing global CO2 emissions.
Genetic analysis to help predict sunflower oil properties
Skoltech researchers and their colleagues from the University of Southern California have performed genetic analysis of a Russian sunflower collection and identified genetic markers that can help predict the oil’s fatty acid composition. The research was published in BMC Genomics.…
Major revamp of SNAP could eliminate food insecurity in the US
URBANA, Ill. – Food insecurity is a major problem in the U.S., and it worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides some relief, but millions of Americans still lack adequate access to healthy food. A…
Climate changed the size of our bodies and, to some extent, our brains
The average body size of humans has fluctuated significantly over the last million years and is strongly linked to temperature. Colder, harsher climates drove the evolution of larger body sizes, while warmer climates led to smaller bodies. Brain size also…
More than half of university students surveyed have tried a meat alternative
Top reasons for trying meat alternatives were liking to try new foods, hearing a lot about alternatives, and being curious, according to a new study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior
Protein supplements work for women and not men, during fasted carb-restricted training
Consuming a protein supplement, specifically protein hydrolysate, during carbohydrate-restricted training was helpful for improving training intensity in women, but not in men. That’s according to new research which will be part of a presentation this week at The Physiological Society’s…
Researchers overcome winking, napping pigs to prove brain test works
URBANA, Ill. – If you’ve ever been to an eye doctor, there’s a good chance you’ve felt the sudden puff of air to the eye that constitutes a traditional test for glaucoma. It’s no one’s favorite experience, but the puff…
Why wild African fruits can supplement low protein staple foods
In the line-up of wild African fruits, the marula is the best known. For thousands of years, people have depended on the trees for food, medicines, and more. It is also exported globally as the rockstar ingredient of a cream…
CNIO researchers help to decipher the structure of the large molecular machine that activates mTOR
“As our understanding of the mechanisms that control mTOR grows, new possibilities are opening up to interfere with these processes for therapeutic purposes,” says Óscar Llorca, co-author of the study
Studies explore links between stress, choline deficiency, preterm births, and mental health
CU researchers say the data points to a health care disparity when it comes to caring for Black mothers and their children in the U.S.
Research paves the way to early diagnosis of diabetic neuropathy
Diabetics exert less force to hold an object than people with other diseases that affect the nervous system. Grip force is a key behavioral biomarker to detect incipient diabetic neuropathy
Fecal transplant plus fibre improves insulin sensitivity in severely obese
Research provides further evidence the microbiome can benefit patients’ health, says researcher Karen Madsen.
Lab analysis finds near-meat and meat not nutritionally equivalent
Neither is good or bad, they are just not the same, authors say
Color and flavor — pigments play a role in creating tasty tomatoes
The flavor of a tomato is an interaction between its taste and aroma. Now, researchers from Japan and the United States have revealed that the pigments that determine the colors of tomatoes also affect their flavor.
A globally important microbial process hidden on marine particles
How on Earth? It has puzzled scientists for years whether and how bacteria, that live from dissolved organic matter in marine waters, can carry out N2 fixation. It was assumed that the high levels of oxygen combined with the low…
The sense of smell in older adults declines when it comes to meat, but not vanilla
Contrary to what science once suggested, older people with a declining sense of smell do not have comprehensively dampened olfactory ability for odors in general – it simply depends upon the type of odor. Researchers at the University of Copenhagen…
Between fear and confidence
The new issue of the Science Magazine BfR2GO deals with fear
Folate deficiency demystified — why some people may be at a greater risk of disease
As many expectant mothers know, getting enough folate is key to avoiding neural tube defects in the baby during pregnancy. But for the individuals who carry certain genetic variants, dealing with folate deficiency can be a life-long struggle which can…
Study associates organic food intake in childhood with better cognitive development
Analysis of multiple prenatal and childhood environmental risk factors suggests that poor nutrition, house crowding and indoor air pollution are associated with poorer cognitive function
Psychologists to tackle childhood obesity by studying avid eating behavior
A team of psychologists are to start work on a three-year project that will assist parents to address over-eating in pre-school children
Starting the day off with chocolate could have unexpected benefits
Researchers find time of day eating milk chocolate can impact regulation of body weight
Drinking Any Type of Coffee Associated with Reduced Risk of Chronic Liver Disease
Drinking coffee that is caffeinated (ground or instant) or decaffeinated is associated with a reduced risk of developing chronic liver disease and related liver conditions, according to a study published in the open access journal BMC Public Health.
Tuckered out: Early Antarctic explorers underfed their dogs
It’s one of the iconic images of early Antarctic exploration: the heroic explorer sledging across the icy wastes towed by his trusty team of canine companions. But new research analysing a century-old dog biscuit suggests the animals in this picture…
Milk protein could help boost blueberries’ healthfulness
Pairing blueberry pie with a scoop of ice cream is a nice summer treat. Aside from being tasty, this combination might also help people take up more of the “superfruit’s” nutrients, such as anthocyanins. Researchers reporting in ACS’ Journal of…
Nature article: Dieting and its effect on the gut microbiome
Bacterium associated with antibiotic-induced colitis plays a role in weight control
Mental well-being higher in the summer vs. fall
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Mental distress tends to be lower in the summer when compared to the fall, according to new research from Binghamton University, State University of New York. “Our results suggest that summertime is associated with better diet quality,…
Childhood BMI may influence poorer health outcomes in adulthood
Adults who had a high BMI in adolescence were at highest risk for Type 2 diabetes and early heart attack
New study finds fast-food companies spending more on ads, targeting Black and Hispanic youth
Industry spent $5 billion on advertising in 2019, and Black youth viewed 75% more ads than their White peers
Keeping strawberries fresh using bioactive packaging
Films made of shellfish shells, essential oils, and nanoparticles to protect fruit from microbes
CNIO researchers find molecular switch that allows organisms to adapt to fasting conditions
The mechanism involved is an ancient molecular pathway we share with yeasts; despite its relevance, very little was known about its role in metabolism
Compounds derived from hops show promise as treatment for common liver disease
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Research by Oregon State University suggests a pair of compounds originating from hops can help thwart a dangerous buildup of fat in the liver known as hepatic steatosis. The findings, published today in eLife , are important…
Plant-based diet protects from hypertension, preeclampsia
A plant-based diet appears to afford significant protection to rats bred to become hypertensive on a high-salt diet, scientists report. When the rats become pregnant, the whole grain diet also protects the mothers and their offspring from deadly preeclampsia.
Plant-based diet protects from hypertension, preeclampsia
A plant-based diet appears to afford significant protection to rats bred to become hypertensive on a high-salt diet, scientists report. When the rats become pregnant, the whole grain diet also protects the mothers and their offspring from deadly preeclampsia. Although…