Magnesium Supplements Could Protect Liver From Acetaminophen

Magnesium Supplements Could Protect Liver From Acetaminophen

Magnesium supplements might be able to blunt a well-known side effect of the painkiller acetaminophen, new research suggests. The study found evidence in lab animals that oral magnesium can prevent acetaminophen-related liver damage by affecting the gut microbiome. More research will be needed to confirm this potential protective benefit, however. “Even AI Rappers are Harassed … Read more

Citrus compounds show zesty promise in type 2 diabetes management

Citrus compounds show zesty promise in type 2 diabetes management

In a systematic review published in the journal Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Reviews, authors have described the therapeutic potency of citrus bioflavonoids in controlling blood glucose levels and metabolic complications in patients with type 2 diabetes. Study: A systematic review exploring the mechanisms by which citrus bioflavonoid supplementation benefits blood glucose levels … Read more

The alarming reach of ‘forever chemicals’ in our environment and health

The alarming reach of ‘forever chemicals’ in our environment and health

In a recent review published in the journal Science of The Total Environment, researchers collate and discuss available literature on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). They highlight PFAS sources in the environment, compare PFAS exposure risk amongst different age groups, and elucidate epidemiological studies on these substances’ hepatotoxicity in vitro and in vivo. They finally … Read more

The adipose tissue dysfunction behind metabolically healthy obesity

The adipose tissue dysfunction behind metabolically healthy obesity

A session at this year’s Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes will explore the latest data on the concept of metabolically healthy obesity (MHO) – more commonly known by the public as ‘fat but fit’. Professor Matthias Blüher, University of Leipzig, Leipzig and Helmholtz Center Munich, Germany will explain how … Read more

Evidence reveals ferroptosis’s critical role in male reproductive health

Evidence reveals ferroptosis’s critical role in male reproductive health

In a recent review published in the Cell Death Discovery Journal, researchers explored the association between ferroptosis and male reproductive failure, emphasizing the need for tailored therapies and preventative efforts. Study: Emerging roles of ferroptosis in male reproductive diseases. Image Credit: Vladimir Sukhachev/Shutterstock.com Background Infertility is a rising concern globally, warranting research to identify novel targets that … Read more

Unlocking the potential of the ketogenic diet: studies reveal health benefits

Unlocking the potential of the ketogenic diet: studies reveal health benefits

In a recent editorial published in Nutrients, researchers reported on the effects of the ketogenic diet (KD) on various aspects of metabolic and endocrinal health. Editorial: Editorial for “The Role of Ketogenic Diet in Human Health and Diseases”: The Multifaceted Impact of Ketogenic Diets on Health and Disease. Image Credit: Nina Firsova/Shutterstock.com This ranged from … Read more

Coffee, fiber, and the Mediterranean diet are key players in fighting nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

Coffee, fiber, and the Mediterranean diet are key players in fighting nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

In a recent review published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers reviewed existing data on dietary patterns, foods, and nutrients to ameliorate nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Study: Dietary Patterns, Foods, and Nutrients to Ameliorate Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Scoping Review. Image Credit: sweet marshmallow/Shutterstock.com Background Despite being the most frequent cause of chronic liver disease globally, … Read more

Are energy drinks putting your heart and mind at risk?

Are energy drinks putting your heart and mind at risk?

In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers examine the reported effects of consuming energy drinks on human health, particularly the cardiovascular and nervous systems. Study: The Dark Side of Energy Drinks: A Comprehensive Review of Their Impact on the Human Body. Image Credit: Pheelings media / Shutterstock.com Background The aggressive promotion of energy drinks as a portable source … Read more

Hepatitis C patients may benefit from revaccination against hepatitis B after treatment

Hepatitis C patients may benefit from revaccination against hepatitis B after treatment

Recently published research from the University of Minnesota Medical School suggests individuals with hepatitis C should consider revaccination for hepatitis B. The study was published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases. Previous research has shown individuals with hepatitis C infection have a lower response to the hepatitis B virus (HBV) vaccine. This study has broad … Read more

Machine learning helps identify metabolic biomarkers that could predict cancer risk

Machine learning helps identify metabolic biomarkers that could predict cancer risk

A novel study from the University of South Australia has identified a range of metabolic biomarkers that could help predict the risk of cancer. Image Credit: University of South Australia Deploying machine learning to examine data from 459,169 participants in the UK Biobank, the study identified 84 features that could signal increased cancer risk. Several … Read more