Bifidobacterium longum BB536 shows no significant effect on GI symptoms in athletes on high-protein diet
Athletes on high protein diets see gut and odor changes with probiotic
This randomized controlled trial in 60 healthy male athletes found no significant between-group differences in gastrointestinal symptoms, gu…
Male athletes on high protein diets saw fewer gut issues and less body odor with BB536 probiotic, but only if they had specific gut bacteria…
Narrative review identifies emerging associations between gut microbiota and pediatric eye conditions.
Early gut bugs may shape your child's eye health for life
This narrative review examines associations between gut microbiota dysbiosis and pediatric ophthalmic conditions including myopia and allerg…
New research suggests that the tiny bugs living in a child's gut could be the hidden reason behind their eye problems.
Ln-AISI, Ln-NAR, and Ln-MAR biomarkers linked to cataract surgery history in NHANES and clinical cohort
Inflammatory markers linked to cataract surgery history in large population study
This cohort study involving 8,194 NHANES participants and a clinical cohort examined inflammatory and nutritional biomarkers. Results showed…
Higher levels of specific inflammatory markers were found in people who had cataract surgery, suggesting a potential link to the condition.
Retrospective cohort shows ERT associated with lower mortality in Chinese late-onset Pompe disease patients.
Enzyme therapy saves lives in rare muscle disease patients.
This retrospective cohort study included 68 Chinese patients with late-onset Pompe disease followed for a 17-year period. Mortality rates we…
New data shows enzyme therapy drastically lowers death risk for people with late-onset Pompe disease, especially when started early.
Higher TyG index linked to increased renal function progression risk in patients with CKD stages 3–4
High TyG Index Signals Faster Kidney Decline In Advanced Disease
This multicenter retrospective cohort study evaluated 53,607 patients with CKD stages 3–4. Each 1-unit increase in the baseline TyG index wa…
A simple blood test number reveals who is at highest risk for rapid kidney failure among thousands of patients.
High NHHR associated with increased carotid plaque risk in adults without baseline plaque
A Simple Blood Test Ratio Can Predict Your Risk of Carotid Plaque
This retrospective cohort study of 5,985 adults aged ≥18 years without baseline carotid plaque found that the highest non-high-density lipop…
A new study shows a simple cholesterol ratio can predict neck artery plaque, helping adults spot stroke risk earlier.
Review of Single Group Study Shows Associations Between Produce Prescription and Eating in Pregnant Women
Fresh produce prescriptions boost health in pregnant women
This review examines a single-group pre-post study of the Food4Moms Produce Prescription Program. It reports positive associations with heal…
Pregnant women who got $100 a month for fresh fruits and vegetables were more ready to eat healthy and had less worry about running out of f…
Cross-Sectional Study Links Student Fast Food Habits to Snacking and Screen Time
University students eat fast food more often when they live off campus and snack while watching TV
This cross-sectional study at the University of Chittagong included 433 undergraduate and postgraduate students aged 18 to 25 years. The des…
New data shows how snacking while watching TV and living off campus drives fast food intake among university students in Bangladesh
UK survey finds low knowledge of dietary guidelines, highlights barriers and facilitators
Most adults in the UK lack familiarity with national dietary guidelines
This cross-sectional survey of 1003 UK adults assessed knowledge of dietary guidelines and perceived barriers and facilitators. Knowledge of…
A survey of 1,003 UK adults found that nearly half did not know the Eatwell Guide, while knowledge of broader dietary values was even lower.
Iron micronutrient powders reduce malaria-induced anaemia but not growth in young children
Iron powders reduce malaria-related anaemia in young children
This cluster-randomized trial in 1,806 Ghanaian children aged 6-35 months found that daily iron-containing micronutrient powders for five mo…
Daily iron-based micronutrient powders can lower the risk of malaria-induced anaemia in preschool children in Ghana.
Multicomponent lifestyle interventions impact dietary habits and sleep duration in college-attending young adults
Lifestyle changes help college students eat more fruits and vegetables
This secondary analysis of two multi-site randomized controlled trials evaluated multicomponent lifestyle interventions in college-attending…
New data shows that multi-part lifestyle programs can boost healthy eating and sleep duration for young adults in college.
Machine learning models for malnutrition risk prediction in elderly ICU trauma patients
AI Tool Predicts Malnutrition Risk in Elderly ICU Trauma Patients
This machine learning study evaluates an AI-driven malnutrition assessment toolbox for elderly trauma patients in intensive care units. The …
A new AI tool can predict malnutrition risk in older ICU trauma patients using only a few simple body measurements.