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Creatine Shows Promise for Brain Health, Counteracting Sleep Loss and Stress
Recent peer‑reviewed studies indicate that taking 10–25 g of creatine monohydrate daily can increase brain creatine stores and lessen cognitive deficits caused by sleep deprivation and stress. Trials published in Nature reported faster processing speed and better working memory in participants receiving the supplement.
The American Heart Association today published its 2026 dietary guidance, urging Americans to replace meat with plant‑based protein and cut alcohol. The recommendations clash with the USDA‑HHS food pyramid that promotes red meat, setting up a high‑profile debate over heart‑healthy eating.
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The article breaks down which foods are high in histamine—such as aged cheeses, canned fish, fermented products, and certain fruits—and which are low‑histamine, like fresh vegetables, gluten‑free grains, and unprocessed meats. It explains that genetics, medications, and underlying gut conditions...
Astaxanthin is a major antioxidant that's 100x more potent than vitamin E and vitamin C - protects skin against UV damage - lowers inflammation and neuroinflammation - lowers lipids and blood pressure - protects against oxidation of fats - protects the eyes - senolytic properties - lowers...
Researchers published a randomized crossover trial showing that LipoMicel, a micellar glutathione formulation, delivers substantially higher systemic exposure than standard oral glutathione, even at a lower 300 mg dose. Compared with a 500 mg standard supplement, LipoMicel increased incremental area under the...
https://t.co/WV8Wkh9pPV 9 steps to improve heart health, per new dietary guidance from AHA The AHA’s guidance outlines 9 core components of a dietary pattern associated with improved cardiovascular health: 1. balancing calorie intake with physical activity to maintain a healthy weight 2. eating a...
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) affects up to 1 million U.S. women annually, costing roughly $3,025 per case. While antibiotics remain the primary therapy, emerging evidence shows that specific nutrients—antioxidants, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and choline—can modulate inflammation and support tissue repair. Large‑scale...
Legume consumption is highlighted for its fiber, protein, and bioactive compounds that can improve glycemic control in type 2 diabetes (T2D). A narrative review of 17 studies (three human, 14 animal) finds human trials associate legumes with better glucose tolerance but...
A new systematic review and meta‑analysis of 18 randomized controlled trials involving 1,893 adults examined the long‑term (≥6 months) effects of plant‑based protein (primarily soy) versus animal‑based protein supplementation. The pooled data showed no statistically significant differences in lean body mass,...
A systematic review of 32 human studies examined how water‑only fasting alters blood lipids across durations from one to 17 days. The analysis found HDL declines after about three days, while LDL and total cholesterol rise early and plateau around...
The evidence for carnivore diets in sport 🥩🔍 This new review summarised the available evidence for carnivore and animal-based diets for sport 📚 So, does the evidence match up to the marketing claims? 🤔 Here is the science ⬇️ Reduced systemic inflammation 🛡️ 🧠...
The American Heart Association released its 2026 scientific statement, shifting its heart‑healthy recommendations toward plant‑based protein and tighter limits on saturated fat. The guidance, aimed at the entire U.S. population, frames nine evidence‑based dietary features to curb cardiovascular disease.
A 12‑week double‑blind trial found that a multi‑species probiotic lowered fasting glucose in adults with subthreshold depression, without raising insulin levels. The probiotic also reduced glucose‑dependent insulinotropic peptide, a marker linked to insulin resistance, while short‑chain fatty acid levels remained...
A randomized, single‑blinded crossover trial with 36 overweight or obese adults aged 55‑70 found that adding 25 g of freeze‑dried red raspberry powder to a high‑carb breakfast lowered peak postprandial glucose by about 8% and blunted early insulin spikes. The raspberry‑enriched...
If you’re counting macros, please don’t get hung up on everything being “perfect” or aiming for the straight zeros at the end of the day. Why? Because one, it’s exhausting. Two, there’s a 20% error allowed for calories and nutrients...
NAD+ controls circadian rhythmicity during cardiac aging https://t.co/NNVx94IIC8 Fig. 2: Cardiac NAD+ decreases with aging, with restoration by supplementation with nicotinamide riboside. https://t.co/z4uSqKrYjR
Researchers reviewed pre‑clinical studies and performed molecular‑docking simulations to assess resveratrol’s interaction with ovarian cancer proteins. The analysis suggests the antioxidant may modulate cell growth, inflammation, hormone signaling, and stress pathways, potentially enhancing the efficacy of chemotherapy and radiation. While...
Time‑restricted eating (TRE) limits food intake to a 6‑12‑hour daily window, letting people eat any foods they like within that period. Early‑day windows—ending by mid‑afternoon—show the strongest evidence for improving blood‑sugar control, boosting autophagy, and supporting modest weight loss of...
The article contrasts holistic nutrition—focused on food quality—with fitness nutrition, which prioritizes calorie and macro calculations. It argues that clean eating alone won’t drive fat loss because an energy deficit is essential, and that many women unintentionally over‑consume fats while...
People with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) need hydration that can be spread across the day rather than a single large dose. Clinical research shows that higher sodium intake can expand plasma volume and lower upright heart rate, but real‑world...
The article promotes IQ Ultimate Omega‑3, a supplement that delivers a 5:1 DHA‑to‑EPA ratio and is fortified with lutein and zeaxanthin. It explains that DHA is the primary omega‑3 in brain cell membranes and retinal photoreceptors, making a DHA‑dominant formula...
A Lancet Global Health study led by the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) reports that current large‑scale food fortification prevents nearly 7 billion micronutrient gaps each year at a cost of $0.18 per person. Researchers say expanding programs could triple...
Stanford researcher Shebani Sethi’s metabolic psychiatry framework is drawing unprecedented attention after health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s diet‑cure claim sparked debate, and a landmark Nature Mental Health review consolidates evidence that metabolic dysfunction fuels psychiatric illness. The emerging field...
Researchers led by Beyene, Wang and Cinel published a landmark lipidomics analysis in Nature Communications that ties distinct lipid profiles to dietary patterns and cardio‑metabolic outcomes, offering a molecular roadmap for precision nutrition.
The American Heart Association released new dietary guidelines urging Americans to replace meat with plant‑based protein, limit alcohol, and follow nine heart‑healthy eating steps. The recommendations echo the AHA’s 2021 guidance but cite stronger scientific evidence for unsaturated fats and...
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a Quality and Safety Special Alert urging hospitals to redesign patient meals in line with the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which prioritize fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and minimally processed proteins while...
many ppl with adhd have seen improvements by doing keto and there is some research to back it up - here's one study: PMCID: PMC10431618 PMID: 37585373
University of Illinois Chicago nutrition professor Krista Varady reported that a six‑hour time‑restricted eating protocol reduced testosterone, lowered free androgen index and improved A1C in a six‑month trial of 76 women with PCOS, while participants lost an average of 10 pounds....
In this episode, Unity Stokes talks with Kim Fisher, Chief Impact Officer of Startup Health’s Food is Medicine Moonshot and Program Director of UC Davis’s Innovation Institute for Food and Health, about the rapid emergence of the food‑as‑medicine movement. Fisher...
Mayo Clinic and Wayne State scientists report that post‑menopausal women who combined tirzepatide with hormone therapy lost 35% more body weight than those on tirzepatide alone. The retrospective analysis of 120 women showed an average 19.2% loss versus 14%, prompting...
A new analysis of NHANES data shows that fewer than 6% of U.S. adults use potassium‑based salt substitutes, despite their low cost and proven ability to lower sodium intake. Usage peaked at 5.4% in 2013‑14 and dropped to 2.5% by...
Researchers conducted an eight‑week, double‑blind pilot trial with 44 pre‑pubertal boys, comparing daily fermented milk protein, regular milk protein, and placebo drinks each delivering 12 g protein per 200 ml. The fermented milk group showed modest but significant improvements in 10‑meter sprint...
Omega-3 for recovery in sports - meta-analysis 🐟 This new meta-analysis compiled data from 41 studies (over 1800 participants) to establish the effects of omega-3 supplementation of inflammation and recovery after exercise-induced stress 📚 Here is what they found ⬇️ Omega-3 supplementation significantly...
Eat more plant-based protein instead of meat, top heart health body says, contradicting RFK, Jr. https://t.co/zmQJ9b8sK3 #nutrition #health #healthylifestyle #lifestylemedicine #food
The American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association and nine partner societies issued a sweeping update to the 2018 cholesterol guidelines, introducing a 30‑year risk calculator, stricter LDL cholesterol targets and earlier screening for children. The changes aim to curb...
Is sugar bad for athletes? https://t.co/ODzNsJFJ8o There are many factors, such as physical activity level and timing of intake, that modify the effect of sugar on health. Read the blog to learn more… https://t.co/ZasMbJlHn7
This is a very important study and I'm hearing from clinical experts in my network that the best prevention is calcium, weight bearing exercise and getting regular DXA Scans. Otherwise we're going to see a big increase in high-cost orthopedic...
A randomized trial of 958 adults aged around 70 found that two years of daily multivitamin–multimineral supplementation reduced the yearly rise of two epigenetic clocks by 2.6 and 1.4 months respectively. The modest effect, published in Nature Medicine, fuels debate...
Registered dietitian Molly Knudsen highlights six high‑fiber foods that go beyond fruit and vegetables, including chia seeds, oats, potatoes, whole‑grain bread, tortillas and quinoa. Each item supplies roughly three to four grams of fiber per typical serving, making it easier to...
Researchers published in Frontiers in Immunology found that eight weeks of vitamin D supplementation altered the gut‑immune axis in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. In a cohort of 48 individuals (roughly half ulcerative colitis, half Crohn’s disease), vitamin D reduced pro‑inflammatory Th17...
High‑carb fueling has become a cornerstone of the cobbled classics, with riders now ingesting roughly 120 g of carbohydrate per hour from the start of races like the Tour of Flanders and Paris‑Roubaix. The so‑called “Pogačar Effect,” driven by Tadej Pogačar and...
Researchers applied the ACE Star evidence‑based model to create a standardized enteral nutrition protocol for neurocritical care patients in a Chinese tertiary ICU. Compared with a historical control, the protocol lowered feeding intolerance incidence from 70% to 31% and boosted...
Researchers identified a low‑molecular‑weight protein hydrolysate from Polygonatum odoratum (POP) composed mainly of <1.5 kDa leucine‑ and valine‑rich oligopeptides. In a high‑fat diet/streptozotocin mouse model of type 2 diabetes, oral POP markedly reduced fasting and random glucose, HbA1c, and insulin resistance while...
A new review in *Metabolism* outlines how L‑carnitine may counteract metabolic dysfunction‑associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), which now afflicts roughly one‑third of the global population. The authors detail L‑carnitine’s role in boosting mitochondrial fatty‑acid oxidation, improving insulin sensitivity, and dampening...
Natrava BEETS+ Powder is a US‑made beet root supplement that blends organic beet root, prebiotic inulin, a full B‑vitamin complex, turmeric, and adaptogenic mushrooms in a cherry‑berry flavored powder. Each scoop provides 2,500 mg beet root (200 mg nitrates), 2,000 mg inulin, 45 mg...
Dr Kiran Nair of ParkCity Medical Centre highlighted a growing move toward multidisciplinary obesity care during World Obesity Day, arguing that weight loss alone is insufficient. She stressed that obesity is a chronic disease requiring coordinated medical, psychological and lifestyle...
The Indian Council of Medical Research’s National Institute of Nutrition has finished a two‑year survey of 2.6 lakh individuals in 183 districts, linking diet, activity and blood biomarkers. The dataset, called DABS‑I, is the first of its kind in India and...
Herbalife Ltd. agreed to buy assets of UK‑based Bioniq for $55 million, with $10 million paid at closing and up to $95 million in performance‑based earn‑outs. The acquisition is designed to expand Herbalife’s data‑driven, personalized nutrition offerings through its global distributor network.
Recent research argues that healthy eating should focus on how and why we eat, not just what we consume. By emphasizing intuitive eating—listening to hunger, fullness, and cravings—people experience better physical and mental health, lower BMI, and higher diet quality....
Protein is crucial for not only muscle build, but also for recovery and overall longevity. Protein powder can be a quick, easy way to increase your intake in the day. Can help as a snack midday, after a workout with...
β-Nicotinamide mononucleotide prevents senescence and lipid accumulation in hepatic stellate cells by restoring SIRT1 function https://t.co/wyVHZ13QNK
