New drug could ‘shrink’ harmful fat cells

Researchers reveal how blocking an enzyme called NNMT ‘shrunk’ harmful white fat cells and led to weight loss in mice fed a high-fat diet.

A high-fat diet without the weight gain? Study says it’s possible

Researchers have discovered that activating the Hedgehog signaling pathway in mice fed a high-fat diet prevented them from gaining weight.

Chronic liver inflammation linked to Western diet

A new study in The American Journal of Pathology reports that mice fed a Western diet, which is high in fat and sugar, resulted in hepatic inflammation, especially in males.

Citrus fruits could help prevent obesity-related heart disease, liver disease, diabetes

Oranges and other citrus fruits are good for you — they contain plenty of vitamins and substances, such as antioxidants, that can help keep you healthy.

Diets high in fat, sugar may reduce cognitive functioning by altering gut bacteria

Researchers from Oregon State University found that mice fed diets high in fat or sugar experienced gut bacteria changes associated with reduced cognitive functioning.

Could grapefruit juice curb the effects of a high-fat diet?

Researchers from the University of California-Berkeley find that mice fed a high-fat diet gain less weight and have better insulin tolerance when they drink grapefruit juice.

Could chili peppers reduce the risk of colorectal cancer?

A study from UC-San Diego School of Medicine found that mice fed capsaicin – the active ingredient in chili peppers – had lower tumor growth in the gut and increased lifespan.

Lingonberries halt effects of high-fat diet

Lingonberries almost completely prevented weight gain in mice fed a high-fat diet, a study at Lund University in Sweden has found – whereas the ‘super berry’ açai led to increased weight gain. The Scandinavian berries also produced lower blood sugar levels and cholesterol.

During Pregnancy A Deficiency Of Dietary Omega-3 May Explain Depressive Behaviors

Neuroscience of nutrition How maternal essential fatty acid deficiency impact on its progeny is poorly understood. Dietary insufficiency in omega-3 fatty acid has been implicated in many disorders.