Prolonged fasting ‘re-boots’ immune system

Fasting not only protects against damage from chemotherapy but also induces regeneration of the immune system, shifting stem cells from dormant to active states, says new study.

Keeping bread fresh for longer: new edible film made with essential oils

Essential oils have boomed in popularity as more people seek out alternatives to replace their synthetic cleaning products, anti-mosquito sprays and medicines.

Erythritol, the main component of Truvia® sweetener, could be a safe and effective insecticide

In a study that began as a sixth-grade science fair project, researchers at Drexel University have found that a popular non-nutritive sweetener, erythritol, may be an effective and human-safe…

‘Significant gap’ in detection of malnutrition in Canadian hospital patients: Survey

A new survey of Canadian physicians shows a “significant gap” between optimal practices to detect nutrition problems in hospitalized patients and what action is actually taking place.

Impact of Montmorency tart cherries on inflammation and oxidative stress after high-intensity cycling

Cyclists who drank Montmorency tart cherry juice concentrate before a three-day simulated race experienced less inflammation and oxidative stress compared to those who drank another beverage…

Stress hormone receptors in taste buds ‘may help explain emotional eating’

Researchers have identified stress hormone receptors in oral taste buds responsible for detecting sweet, savory and bitter tastes, which may help explain stress-related eating.

Norovirus spread by restaurants, say CDC

Norovirus is the leading identified cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in the US, says a CDC report that notes infected food service workers are often the source.

The value of vitamin, mineral supplements: the debate is far from over

Researchers from the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University and three other institutions have taken issue with recent claims that “the case is closed” on whether or not a…

Does skipping breakfast impact weight loss?

A new study examines whether the first of meal of the day holds the key to effective weight loss, suggesting skipping breakfast is not as problematic as some claim.

Saliva and common body proteins contain compounds that may fend off DNA-damaging chemicals

A compound in saliva, along with common proteins in blood and muscle, may protect human cells from powerful toxins in tea, coffee and liquid smoke flavoring, according to results of a new study led…

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