Newswise Feature Channel: Nutrition

Researcher Suggests Eggs as Additional Vitamin D Source as Autumn Days Grow Shorter, Colder

Virginia Tech — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:00:01 EST

A deficiency in vitamin D can lead to problems with bone development and maintenance, and additional symptoms including muscle weakness, fatigue, and depression. To supplement the body's necessary daily dose of vitamin D, Virginia Tech poultry expert Mike Persia has a recommendation for an additional source: Eggs.

Sharon M. Donovan Pediatric Nutrition Seminar Fund Launched to Advance Children's Health

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:30:05 EST

The Division of Nutritional Sciences (DNS), housed within the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, has established the "Sharon M. Donovan Pediatric Nutrition Seminar Fund."

Sweet Temptations: Expert Advice for Mindful Holiday Eating

Virginia Tech — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 11:50:07 EST

Halloween candy is everywhere. If you have kids in your home, the amount of candy around you may double or triple by Halloween night, and that's not counting the bowl that made its way into your office -- for guests, of course. This is only the beginning of candy season: we see you, Christmas and Valentine's Day. How do you make sure you're not mindlessly filling up on all the extra sweet treats? Samantha Harden, associate professor and exercise specialist in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise at Virginia Tech, encourages us to enjoy the flavors of the season while remaining mindful and prioritizing movement.

Beneficial Gut Microbe Has Surprising Metabolic Capabilities

Washington University in St. Louis — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 14:00:00 EST

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified potentially far-reaching effects of a particular gut bacterium that was linked to better growth in Bangladeshi children receiving a therapeutic food designed to nurture healthy gut microbes. The far-reaching effects include regulating appetite, immune responses, neuronal function, and the ability of pathogenic bacteria to produce disease.

Neurologist Addresses Updated Guidelines Suggesting Screenings, Lifestyle Changes Are Keys to Preventing First Strokes

West Virginia University — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:00:59 EST

Switching to Plant Milk? Here's What You Should Know

Tufts University — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:45:21 EST

Alice H. Lichtenstein, senior scientist at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) at Tufts University and the Stanley N. Gershoff Professor of Nutrition at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, and Diane McKay, assistant professor at the Friedman School, recently shared their advice for people interested in making the switch from dairy milk to plant milk.

The Decision to Eat May Come Down to These Three Neurons

Rockefeller University — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:15:10 EST

Manipulating a newly identified neural circuit can curb appetite--or spur massive overeating.

People with Type 2 Diabetes Who Eat Low-Carb May Be Able to Discontinue Medication

Endocrine Society — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:00:00 EST

Adults with type 2 diabetes on a low-carbohydrate diet may see benefits to their beta-cell function allowing them to better manage their disease and possibly discontinue medication, according to new research published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

USDA Identifies Schools Who May be Impacted by Meat Recall

George Washington University — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 15:05:35 EST

Sweetened Beverage Taxes Decrease Consumption in Lower-Income Households by Nearly 50%, UW Study Finds

University of Washington — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 14:10:59 EST

New research from the University of Washington investigated responses to sweetened beverage taxes using the purchasing behavior of approximately 400 households in Seattle, San Francisco, Oakland and Philadelphia.

Submit Abstracts by Oct. 31 for IAFNS 4th Annual Science Innovation Showcase

Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 09:35:47 EST

An exchange of science related to nutrition, innovative ingredients, products and processes across the food and beverage ecosystem.

National Poll: Many Teens Use Protein Supplements for Muscle Growth, Sports Performance

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:15:00 EST

Protein bars, shakes and powders are increasingly popular among adults - but many teens may be jumping on the bandwagon too.

New Insights Into Akkermansia Muciniphila's Growth Dynamics: The Role of Mucin O-Glycans and Food-Derived Glycoproteins

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Sat, 19 Oct 2024 21:20:04 EST

A research team investigates how mucin, a major component of the gut lining, and food-derived glycoproteins influence the growth of this bacterium.

Routine Blood Test Can Identify Laboring Women at Risk for Preeclampsia, Prompt Interventions to Protect Mom and Baby

American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) — Sat, 19 Oct 2024 14:45:00 EST

A simple blood test could help doctors identify women in labor who are at risk for preeclampsia -- a leading cause of maternal death -- and take precautions to prevent it, according to research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY(r) 2024 annual meeting.

Prolonged Fasting for Multiple Orthopedic Surgeries Raises Risk of Malnutrition, Leading to Worse Outcomes

American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) — Sat, 19 Oct 2024 13:30:00 EST

People who have multiple orthopedic surgeries during the same hospital stay are more likely to suffer malnutrition due to repeated or prolonged fasting, which can slow recovery and increase the risk of death, according to a study of more than 28 million patients presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY(r) 2024 annual meeting.

Preoperative Nutrition Program Cuts Surgery Costs and Complications

American College of Surgeons (ACS) — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 08:00:00 EST

A system-wide preoperative nutrition program improves patient outcomes and offers the potential for substantial cost savings for health care systems, according to a new study being presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California. The study findings highlight the value of using nutrients to support the immune system before surgery to reduce hospital stays and decrease postoperative complications.

Bariatric Surgery Is More Cost Effective Than Newer Weight Loss Drugs Alone

American College of Surgeons (ACS) — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 08:00:00 EST

Newer weight loss drugs are cost effective in the long term only when combined with bariatric weight loss surgery, according to a study presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California. Further, a second study presented at the meeting found that this increasingly popular class of weight loss drugs, called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, or GLP-1 RA, appears safe and may be a novel approach to treating obesity when used before bariatric surgery.

Carotenoid Control: Manipulating Goji Berry's Colorful Compounds

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:35:48 EST

A recent study has identified a molecular switch that regulates the accumulation of carotenoids in goji berries, compounds known for their health-promoting properties. The research focuses on the interaction between two key proteins, ERF5.1 and CCD4.1, which play a pivotal role in the carotenoid metabolic pathway.

Raising Happy Eaters: Unlocking the Secrets of Childhood Appetite

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:15:13 EST

Young children learn to regulate their appetite through a combination of biological, psychological, and sociological factors. Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign propose a model that explores these factors and provide guidelines for better understanding childhood appetite self-regulation.

Case Closed: Study Shows Vitamin D Supplementation Doesn't Cut Cardiac Risk

Beth Israel Lahey Health — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 14:50:34 EST

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the primary cause of death among adults over age 65 years. Seniors are also likely to have low blood levels of Vitamin D, which has been linked to cardiovascular disease. Despite this, many observational trials have not demonstrated that Vitamin D supplementation reduces cardiovascular disease risk.