Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy produce distinct and durable post-operative hormonal profiles
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Shows Distinct Hormonal Changes Than Sleeve Surgery
This dose-response meta-analysis of 59 studies synthesized the magnitude and durability of hormonal changes following RYGB and SG. The analy…
New analysis shows that gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy create different hormone changes to help manage weight after bariatric surgery…
Pitaya by-products show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hypolipidemic, and hypoglycemic potential in systematic review
Pitaya By-products Show Potential for Managing Blood Sugar and Cholesterol
This systematic review of pitaya (Selenicereus spp.) by-products finds they are rich in bioactive compounds and exhibit antioxidant, anti-in…
Discarded parts of the pitaya fruit, like seeds and peels, contain compounds that may help manage high blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
Probiotic strains CBA-L74 and SS-K12 significantly reduce acute otitis media incidence in children
Specific probiotic strains may lower risk of ear infections in children
This network meta-analysis of 18 RCTs involving 4,462 children found that probiotic strains CBA-L74 (OR 0.27) and SS-K12 (OR 0.44) significa…
New research identifies specific probiotic strains that could help prevent middle ear infections and reduce antibiotic use in children.
Adverse Childhood Experiences are associated with increased odds of metabolic syndrome and hyperglycemia
Childhood Trauma Linked to Higher Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 10 eligible papers found that individuals with at least one Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) h…
Early childhood trauma is linked to higher risks of high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and other components of metabolic syndrome in adu…
Preoperative carbohydrate loading improves pediatric anesthesia cooperation and reduces postoperative nausea and vomiting
Carbohydrate drinks may help children stay calm during surgery
This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials evaluates the impact of preoperative carbohydrate loading (PCL) on pediatric patients. Th…
A special carbohydrate drink before surgery can help children stay calmer and experience less nausea after their procedures.
Sugar sweetened beverages and orange juice are associated with increased risk of several cancer types
Sugar sweetened drinks may increase risk of several cancer types
This meta-analysis of 51 cohort studies evaluates the link between sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs), artificially sweetened beverages (ASBs)…
New research suggests a link between sugar-sweetened beverages and an increased risk of certain cancers, including pancreatic and colorectal…
Food additives in ultra-processed foods impact gut microbiome and metabolic function in experimental models
Food additives in processed foods may impact gut health
This narrative review examines the biological effects of emulsifiers, non-nutritive sweeteners, preservatives, and synthetic colorants. Expe…
Common food additives like emulsifiers and sweeteners are linked to changes in gut health and inflammation, but their effects depend on your…
Ketogenic diet may improve insulin sensitivity, lipid profiles, and glycemic control in patients with metabolic syndrome
Ketogenic Diet May Improve Outcomes for Metabolic Syndrome
This scoping review examines the impact of a ketogenic diet on clinical outcomes for individuals with metabolic syndrome. The findings sugge…
A ketogenic diet involving high fat and low carbs may improve weight, insulin sensitivity, and lipid profiles in people with metabolic syndr…
Bovine milk fortifiers non-inferior to human milk fortifiers for NEC and sepsis in pre-term newborns
Bovine Milk Fortifiers Show Similar Results to Human Milk
This meta-analysis of 3371 publications found that bovine milk-based fortifiers are non-inferior to human milk-based fortifiers for necrotiz…
A large review of research suggests that bovine milk based fortifiers are as safe and effective as human milk for newborns with specific con…
Alginate oligosaccharides function as potential modulators for sodium reduction in coated and fried food systems
New ways to reduce salt in fried and coated foods
This systematic review synthesizes peer-reviewed literature from 2005 to 2025 regarding the role of alginate-derived hydrocolloids in sodium…
Special fibers could help keep fried foods like chicken nuggets tasty even when the amount of salt is lowered.
Dietary management and hypoallergenic formulas impact micronutrient status and growth in children with cow's milk allergy
Dietary Management Impacts Growth and Nutrients in Cow's Milk Allergy
This mini review synthesizes evidence regarding nutritional outcomes in children with cow's milk allergy (CMA) managed with hypoallergenic f…
Children with cow's milk allergies may face specific nutrient gaps like Vitamin D and iron while managing their growth through specialized d…
Higher weight-adjusted waist index (WWI) correlates with increased all-cause and cardiovascular mortality risks
Higher Waist Measurements Linked to Increased Risk of Mortality
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 47 studies analyzed the relationship between weight-adjusted waist index (WWI) and mortality. Th…
A large review suggests that a weight-adjusted waist measurement may be linked to higher risks of heart disease and all-cause mortality.