Gene study confirms ‘we are what we eat’

The classic view is that genes regulate metabolism – the chemical reactions inside cells that use nutrients to sustain life. Now, a new study suggests the converse is also true.

High-cholesterol diet, eating eggs do not increase risk of heart attack, not even in persons genetically predisposed

A new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that a relatively high intake of dietary cholesterol, or eating one egg every day, are not associated with an elevated risk of incident…

Where infants sleep may affect how long they are breastfed

A new study indicates that mothers who frequently sleep, or bed-share, with their infants consistently breastfeed for longer than mothers who do not bed-share.

Eating chocolate during pregnancy may benefit fetal growth, development

Expectant mothers who eat 30 g of chocolate daily – regardless of flavanol content – may be helping their child’s growth and development, a new study suggests.

Milk, vitamin supplements and exercise raise children’s vitamin D levels

Sufficient intake of fortified dairy products is of significant importance for the serum vitamin D level in primary school children, shows a new study from the University of Eastern Finland.

Obesity associated with ADHD in females

Obesity and ADHD have been found to coincide in females, says a new study that has followed participants from 1976-2010, suggesting a need for greater awareness of the risks.

Energy drinks: adverse heart reactions linked to more than two per day

A new study highlights the dangers of consuming more than two energy drinks per day, with patients presenting to the hospital with palpitations and chest pain.

Routine antibiotics should be reconsidered for malnourished children

A new study suggests that the current recommendation to treat severely malnourished children with routine antibiotics does not increase the likelihood of nutritional recovery in uncomplicated cases.

Keeping immune cells quiet on a diet?

A population of suppressive T cells in the small intestines of mice prevents immune responses to solid foods, a new study finds.

Coffee lovers rejoice: regular caffeine does not cause extra heartbeats

Although current clinical guidelines advise against caffeine to prevent cardiac disturbances, a new study suggests regular caffeine consumption does not produce extra heartbeats.

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