Let them eat beef: Effects of lean beef consumption on markers of metabolic syndrome

An article published in Functional Foods in Health & Disease examines the influence of a diet comprised of 30% protein with one-half of the protein sourced from lean, red meat on the status of…

Babies and mealtime: Food selection is more social than nutritional

At the dining table, babies determine food selection based more on social cues, rather than nutritional ones. Findings have implications for policymakers.

Liver cancer risk influenced by blood selenium levels

People who have low levels of the trace mineral selenium in their blood may be up to 10 times more likely to develop liver cancer, a new study finds.

Caffeine may complicate blood pressure treatment and diagnosis

Caffeine has been linked to increases in blood pressure, and a new study suggests that it may interfere with blood pressure testing and treatment.

New study uses cutting-edge miniature photography to unravel how vitamin A enters cells

Using a new, lightning-fast camera paired with an electron microscope, University of Maryland School of Medicine scientists have captured images of one of the smallest human proteins to be “seen”…

What is the Function of the Hypothalamus?

The hypothalamus is a small area in the center of the brain. Learn about its different roles and the disorders that can affect it.

All You Need to Know About the Glucose Tolerance Test

A simple blood test can often detect diabetes. If the test produces borderline results, a glucose tolerance test may help with the final diagnosis.

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