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Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

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Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is becoming a common pregnancy complication worldwide. Its management has been the focus of much research. A new paper from the University of Nevada, published in the Nutrients Journal, explores the dietary effects of consuming colorful fruits and vegetables (CFV). Study: Effects of an Eating Pattern Including Colorful Fruits and Vegetables on … Read more

Ketogenic diets, gut microbiota, and health effects

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Ketogenic diets, gut microbiota, and health effects

In a recent study published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers summarized the evidence on ketogenic diets (KDs) from the past three decades. ​​​​​​​Study: The Influence of Ketogenic Diet on Gut Microbiota: Potential Benefits, Risks and Indications. Image Credit: Boontoom Sae-Kor/Shutterstock.com Background KD is characterized by minimal intake of carbohydrates, low calories, standard protein levels, and high fat … Read more

How does the Mediterranean Diet impact the gut microbiome and cognitive performance African American obese adults?

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How does the Mediterranean Diet impact the gut microbiome and cognitive performance African American obese adults?

In a recent study published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers examined the data from the Building Research in Diet and Cognition (BRIDGE) trial to determine the effects of the Mediterranean Diet (Med Diet) and intentional weight loss (IWL) on the gut microbiome and cognitive function in African American obese adults. Study: Exploring the Effects of a … Read more

Subvention de 3 millions de dollars du NIH accordée pour étudier les liens entre l’IMC maternel et l’obésité infantile

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Subvention de 3 millions de dollars du NIH accordée pour étudier les liens entre l’IMC maternel et l’obésité infantile

Des chercheurs de la Michigan State University et de Henry Ford Health ont reçu une subvention de 3 millions de dollars du National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases au sein des National Institutes of Health pour étudier les liens entre l’indice de masse corporelle maternel, ou IMC, et l’obésité infantile. Bien que … Read more

Long-term ketogenic diet boosts survival rates in advanced cancer patients

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Long-term ketogenic diet boosts survival rates in advanced cancer patients

In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers explore the potential long-term effects of a ketogenic diet in cancer patients. Study: Long-Term Effects of a Ketogenic Diet for Cancer. Image Credit: Pixel-Shot / Shutterstock.com The health benefits of the keto diet The ketogenic diet is a high-fat and low-carbohydrate diet that has been used as a … Read more

Keto diet as a PCOS treatment

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Keto diet as a PCOS treatment

Reproductive function is vital to human survival and well-being. Thus, the incidence of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) in women, often associated with infertility, has received considerable attention among researchers. A recent study published in the journal Current Nutrition Reports explores the role of the ketogenic diet in the treatment of PCOS. Study: Ketogenic Diet as Medical Prescription … Read more