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Gut bacteria mine dietary fibre to release beneficial nutrients
Date: 30/06/2022
This study suggests a framework for identifying affordable and sustainable sources of fibre and their associated nutrients that take advantage of the by-products of food manufacturing that would otherwise be discarded as waste.
The mere sight of a meal triggers an inflammatory response in the brain
Date: 30/06/2022
Interleukin 1 beta plays an important role in linking up sensory information such as the sight and smell of a meal with subsequent neurally mediated insulin secretion—and in regulating this connection.
Stress During Pregnancy Can Affect Child’s Diet
Date: 30/06/2022
Stress during pregnancy could have long-term detrimental effects on the next generation in terms of a less healthy diet and subsequent health implications associated with these effects, such as higher rates of obesity and obesity-related diseases.
Lack of professional consensus hinders public health communications about processed foods
Date: 29/06/2022
Research suggests that food scientific experts and stakeholders need to quickly reach a consensus when it comes to processed foods to benefit consumers and improve health outcomes.
Intermittent fasting may help heal nerve damage
Date: 27/06/2022
Intermittent fasting has previously been linked by other studies to wound repair and the growth of new neurons—but this study is the first to explain exactly how fasting might help heal nerves.
Food for thought: nutrition as a treatment for mental health conditions
Date: 23/06/2022
Our diet can have a huge impact on our mental wellbeing, but what potential does nutritional therapy hold for the treatment of mental health conditions?
Serger E et al 2022 - The gut metabolite indole-3 propionate promotes nerve regeneration and repair
Date: 22/06/2022
B Vitamins and Omega-3 Fatty Acids Against Cognitive Decline
Date: 20/06/2022
This post-hoc analysis indicated that efficacy of B-vitamin supplementation in slowing cognitive decline relates to DHA status, with individuals with higher plasma DHA levels benefitting more from vitamin B12 and folic acid use.
Higher protein intake while dieting leads to healthier eating
Date: 20/06/2022
Eating a larger proportion of protein while dieting leads to better food choices and helps avoid the loss of muscle mass, according to a new study.
We don’t know whether most medical treatments work, and we know even less about whether they cause harm – new study
Date: 17/06/2022
Only one in 20 medical treatments have high-quality evidence to support their benefits, according to a recent study.
Vitamin D deficiency directly linked to dementia
Date: 14/06/2022
Almost 1 in 5 dementia cases could be prevented with higher Vitamin D intakes - new study shows a causal link
FAB Research Webinar - Nutrition for ADHD and Neurodiverse Minds
Date: 09/06/2022
"Feeding better mood, behaviour, learning and sleep in ADHD and related conditions". Expert presentations and Live Q & A with Dr Rachel Gow and Dr Alex Richardson. PLEASE NOTE - This event was RECORDED - and will very soon be available (with handouts) to attendees, FAB Associates and others interested - see below for details.
Study shows people with a high omega-3 DHA level in their blood are at 49% lower risk of Alzheimer's
Date: 09/06/2022
This study suggested that providing extra dietary omega-3 DHA, especially for those carrying the ApoE4 gene (which approximately doubles an individual's susceptibility to develop Alzheimer's Disease) might slow the development of AD.
Western diets rich in fructose and fat cause diabetes - mechanism discovered
Date: 09/06/2022
Scientists find a new link between fructose and diabetes, aggravated by dietary fat.
ADHD: why it can make it harder to keep eating habits in check – and what you can do about it
Date: 07/06/2022
Many people with ADHD may not be aware of just how much the condition can influence their eating habits. And if left unchecked, these poor eating habits could eventually affect their mental and physical health.
Brain networks can play role in weight-loss success
Date: 03/06/2022
When it comes to weight loss, the old adage saying it's all in your head may be true. Findings from a new study show that the brain network properties of people who were less successful at weight loss were different from folks who were more successful
New study shows bidirectional link between inflammatory bowel disease and depression
Date: 02/06/2022
This research reveals a clinical overlap between IBD and depression, and is the first study to investigate the two-way association between these conditions in siblings.
Study confirms benefit of supplements for slowing age-related macular degeneration
Date: 02/06/2022
The Age-Related Eye Disease Studies (AREDS and AREDS2) established that dietary supplements can slow progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the most common cause of blindness in older Americans.
Easy, flexible access to produce, resources boosts healthy eating for central Texas kids
Date: 27/05/2022
Providing caregivers easy access to fresh produce and flexible resources can lead to improvements in kids' diets in a short time, according to a new study.
Type 2 Diabetes Accelerates Brain Ageing and Cognitive Decline
Date: 24/05/2022
Brain ageing is accelerated by up to 26% in those with progressive type 2 diabetes.
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