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illustration of old-fashioned scales weighed down by bacterial sample, suggesting bacterial imbalance

Date: 2025/03/10 - 19:00

Could an imbalance in gut bacteria predict MS severity?

The ratio of two types of bacteria in the gut microbiome may be able to predict disease severity in multiple sclerosis, according to a recent study in mouse models of the disease.

Date: 2025/03/08 - 17:31

Low carb diets may increase colorectal cancer risk

Scientists found that a low carb, low fiber diet combined with a particular strain of bacteria may increase polyps in the colon, which can lead to colorectal cancer.

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Date: 2025/03/06 - 16:01

Do diet and exercise hold the keys to longer, healthier lives?

Recent research has homed in on diet and exercise as key factors when it comes to slowing down biological aging and boosting longevity. Here is the latest evidence.

Date: 2025/03/01 - 16:00

Can antidepressants speed up cognitive decline in dementia?

In a study of thousands of people with dementia, researchers found that treatment with antidepressants was linked to faster cognitive decline — though certain medications appeared to have a greater impact than others.

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Date: 2025/03/01 - 01:31

Eating citrus fruit like oranges tied to 20% lower depression risk

Eating oranges and other citrus fruit may help decrease depression risk, a recent study suggests.

Date: 2025/02/22 - 10:31

Could a broccoli sprout compound lower blood sugar?

Sulforaphane, a compound found in broccoli sprouts, may help lower blood sugar levels in people with prediabetes, a new study has found.

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Date: 2025/02/16 - 10:00

Could yogurt help protect against colorectal cancer?

Regularly consuming 'live' yogurt may reduce the likelihood of one form of colorectal cancer, a new study suggests.

Date: 2025/02/14 - 20:31

Potassium-enriched salt substitutes tied to lower stroke-related risks

Swapping salt for salt substitutes enriched with potassium could help lower the risk of recurrent stroke and death, a new clinical trial has found.

4 egggs in a pan create a smile with their yolks next to a box of cracked eggs

Date: 2025/02/13 - 22:00

Are eggs good or bad for cholesterol? Outdated misconceptions seem to persist

Despite changed guidelines, a new study has found that misconceptions about eggs and cholesterol may still be keeping people from including them in their daily diets.

Date: 2025/02/11 - 21:00

How diet affects cancer risk: What do recent studies say?

Recent studies show how dietary choices may affect a person's risk of cancer, particularly colorectal cancer, and cancer of the head and neck.