Diet/Body Weight

Rutgers study finds raising multiple species in the same area could benefit shellfish aquacultureCredit: Michael Acquafredda/Rutgers University Eastern oysters and three species of clams can be farmed together and flourish, potentially…

New small molecules promote the differentiation of brown adipocytesCredit: Issey Takahashi | ITBM, Nagoya University The circadian clock controls a variety of biological phenomena that occur during the course of the day, such as…

A new paper in The American Journal of Hypertension, published by Oxford University Press, finds that mat Pilates may be an effective strategy to improve cardiovascular health for young obese women, a population that is at risk for…

Gut microbiome shifts may explain how early dietary factors bring later health risks Infants who were started on solid foods at or before three months of age showed changes in the levels of gut bacteria and bacterial byproducts, called…

Some call it baby fat. But recent research has shown that adults have it too--which is a good thing. Brown fat, the so-called good fat that can protect against obesity and associated health risks, like cardiovascular disease and diabetes,…

WASHINGTON--Obese females that ate a small amount of coconut oil daily, even as part of a high-fat diet, had decreased features of metabolic syndrome, a cluster of risk factors that raise the chances of developing diabetes, heart disease…

In recent years, brown fat has garnered increasing attention as the so-called good fat that can protect against obesity and associated health risks, like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Brown fat is located in small pockets…

Although the overall prevalence of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents has fallen slightly over the past decade, the rates of both conditions have increased in the most disadvantaged neighbourhoods. This is the conclusion…

CORVALLIS, Ore. -- An Oregon State University study published last week found that diabetes education programs that are linguistically and culturally tailored to Latinos lead to significantly higher rates of completion among Latino…

Researchers from the George Washington University and the National Institute of Standards and Technology have evaluated the current explorations of nutrition and the gut microbiome WASHINGTON (March 25, 2020) -- Nutrition and diet have a…

Some trans fats enhance a pathway inside the cell that leads to cell death; drugs targeting this mechanism could help address diseases associated with these fatsCredit: Tohoku University Tohoku University researchers in Japan have…

Singapore scientists find underweight diabetics to be at higher risk of contracting tuberculosis, call for screening to diagnose early SINGAPORE, 24 March 2020 - "'Persistent cough in underweight patients with diabetes warrants screening…

Researchers from Osaka University use genetic and clinical information of 700,000 individuals worldwide to show that high blood pressure and obesity are the strongest risk factors for reduced lifespan in our generationCredit: Saori Sakaue…

Melinjo seed extract activates the physiologically beneficial substance adiponectin which improves obesity and diabetesCredit: Associate Professor Tsuyoshi Shuto In Southeast Asia, the fruit, flowers, and leaves of Indonesia's "Melinjo"…

New research reveals rising rates of liver cancer around the world, despite advances aimed at preventing the disease. The findings are published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society (ACS). To…

University of Cincinnati researchers produce fat busting proteins in the laboratoryCredit: Colleen Kelley/University of Cincinnati Triglycerides, those fats that seem to be the bane of any diet, remain a mystery for many researchers.…

Smart watches prove useful as a research tool for insights on physical activity and heart health The smart watches seen on the wrists of roughly 1 in 5 Americans could be more than just a fun gimmick but a potentially useful research tool…

A certain amount of protein appears to cut the risk of developing AFib by up to 8% Women who ate slightly more than the recommended daily amount of protein were significantly less likely to develop atrial fibrillation (AFib), a dangerous…

Plant-based diet found to reduce cardiovascular risk, but only if foods are healthful Plant-based diets are becoming more popular in many areas of the world, but the health benefits of this dietary pattern may depend largely on the…

Explore the latest on nutrition science, policy and research Is there science behind popular diets? How do our food choices affect the planet? How can we ensure children get the nutrition they need to thrive, from the womb through…