Plan aimed at incorporating highly intertwined ‘pillars of aging’ into chronic disease research

Novato, CA Scientists who have been successful in delaying mammalian aging with genetic, dietary and pharmacological approaches have developed a research strategy to expand Geroscience research…

What are the health benefits of cabbage?

Find out about the potential health benefits of cabbage including radiation therapy protection, cancer prevention, reducing risk of cardiovascular disease and aiding digestion.

Lactose-intolerant people have lower risk of certain cancers – but why?

Studies into a presumed link between milk consumption and cancer incidence in Western countries have been inconclusive.

Mediterranean diets have lasting health benefits

The health benefits of switching to a Mediterranean style diet and upping the amount of time spent exercising for a period of just eight weeks can still be seen a year after stopping the regime, a…

Could a high-fat diet help slow brain aging?

In a mouse model of Cockayne syndrome, scientists claim to have found evidence that brain aging can be postponed if the mice are fed a high-fat diet.

Certain communities disproportionately affected by fast food marketing for children

A newly published research study examining only marketing directed at children on the interior and exterior of fast food restaurants has found that the majority of black, middle-income and rural…

Theory or not? Best study designs for increasing vegetable intake in children

Researchers try to develop interventions that are most likely to work. Some times that involves deciding which activities should be included, such as whether to have cooking classes or be involved…

Cooking classes may positively influence children’s food-related preferences and behaviors

Given the rise in childhood obesity and known cultural shifts away from cooking, a review of cooking programs targeting elementary school children was conducted to understand program design and…

Vegan diet best for weight loss even with carbohydrate consumption, study finds

People shed more weight on an entirely plant based diet, even if carbohydrates are also included, a study has concluded. Other benefits of eating a vegan diet include decreased levels of saturated and unsaturated fat, lower BMIs, and improved macro nutrients.

Celiac disease triggers may include non-gluten proteins

Researchers find many celiac patients have immune reactions to non-gluten wheat proteins and say this should be considered in current and future research on celiac treatments.

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