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Study: Anthocyanin-Dense Elderberry Juice May Be Potent Tool for Weight Management

Elderberry is a small dark purple berry found on elder trees native to Europe. Image credit: TheOtherKev.
Jan 13, 2025 by News Staff

Daily consumption of elderberry juice for one week (12 ounces of the juice daily) significantly increases gut microbial communities associated with health benefits, according to a new randomized, placebo-controlled study. Compared to placebo, elderberry juice significantly increased Firmicutes and Actinobacteria, and decreased Bacteroidetes phyla; at the genus level, elderberry juice increased Faecalibacterium, Ruminococcaceae, and Bifidobacterium...

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Wang et al. highlight the importance of considering drinking timing in the association between the amounts of coffee intake and health outcomes. Image credit: Sci.News.

Morning Coffee Consumption May Have Beneficial Effects on Cardiovascular Health

Jan 8, 2025 by News Staff

Drinking coffee in the morning may be more strongly associated with a lower risk of mortality than drinking coffee later in the day, according to a new...

Coffee consumption in patients with atrial fibrillation may be associated with improved cognitive performance and reduced inflammatory markers. Image credit: Sci.News.

Coffee Consumption May Help Improve Cognitive Performance in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation

Dec 23, 2024 by Enrico de Lazaro

Atrial fibrillation is an independent risk factor for the development of cognitive impairments. Regular coffee consumption has shown cognitive benefits...

Added sugar intake was positively associated with ischemic stroke and abdominal aortic aneurysm, although the highest risks of most outcomes were found in the lowest intake category; positive linear associations were found between toppings intake and abdominal aortic aneurysm, and between sweetened beverage intake and ischemic stroke, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and abdominal aortic aneurysm; negative linear associations were found between treats intake (pastries, ice cream, chocolate, and sweets) and all outcomes, and between toppings intake (table sugar, honey, jams, and marmalades) and heart failure and aortic stenosis. Image credit: Ernesto Rodriguez.

Drinking Sweetened Beverages Significantly Increases Cardiovascular Disease Risk, Study Suggests

Dec 10, 2024 by News Staff

In a new study published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, scientists investigated the associations between intake of added sugar and various...

Intake of dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate may be associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes. Image credit: Sci.News.

Increased Consumption of Dark, But Not Milk, Chocolate Reduces Type 2 Diabetes Risk: Study

Dec 6, 2024 by News Staff

Consumption of at least five servings of dark chocolate a week (one serving is equal to a standard chocolate bar/pack or 1 oz) compared with rare consumption...

In the systematic review of 18 randomized clinical trials, interventions of increased water intake (or decreased intake in one study) were associated with statistically significant greater weight loss and fewer nephrolithiasis events; single studies suggested benefits related to migraine prevention, urinary tract infection, diabetes control, and hypotension but did not reach statistical significance. Image credit: Günter.

Drinking Plenty of Water Can Provide Number of Health Benefits, New Review Says

Nov 28, 2024 by News Staff

Drinking enough water can help with weight loss and prevent kidney stones, as well as migraines, urinary tract infections and low blood pressure, according...

Pistachios are the only nut that provides a measurable source of lutein, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the eyes. Image credit: Erika Varga.

Daily Consumption of Pistachios Could Be Effective Dietary Strategy for Preserving Eye Health

Oct 25, 2024 by News Staff

Dietary interventions with pistachios — a bioavailable source of the xanthophyll lutein — are efficacious in increasing macular pigment optical...

Strawberries are a natural and delicious way to support heart health and manage cholesterol. Image credit: D. Сroisy.

Study: Regular Strawberry Consumption May Improve Heart Health and Manage Cholesterol

Oct 18, 2024 by News Staff

Daily strawberry consumption (between one and four cups per day) improves outcomes of lipid metabolism and inflammation in those at increased cardiovascular...

Orefice et al. studied the role of caffeine intake on endothelial function in lupus patients by assessing its effect on circulating endothelial progenitor cells. Image credit: Sci.News.

Consuming More Caffeine Improves Vascular Health, New Study Suggests

Oct 9, 2024 by News Staff

In a study led by the Sapienza University of Rome, caffeine intake was positively correlated with the percentage of circulating endothelial progenitor...

Lu et al. found that regular coffee or caffeine intake, especially at moderate levels, was associated with a lower risk of new-onset cardiometabolic multimorbidity. Image credit: Sci.News.

Moderate Coffee Consumption Reduces Risk of Multiple Cardiometabolic Diseases

Sep 19, 2024 by Natali Anderson

In a new study on the UK Biobank cohort, habitual coffee or caffeine consumption, especially at a moderate level, was associated with a lower risk of new-onset...

Eichelmann et al. show that it is possible to accurately measure diet-related fat changes in the blood and directly link them to the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Image credit: Tung Lam.

New Study Confirms Health Benefits of Plant Oils

Aug 7, 2024 by News Staff

According to a new dietary intervention study published in the journal Nature Medicine, switching from a diet high in saturated animal fats to one rich...

People who drink cranberry juice are 54% less likely to develop urinary tract infections. Image credit: The Loves of Eirlys.

Drinking Cranberry Juice Reduces Risk of Urinary Tract Infections, New Study Suggests

Jul 23, 2024 by News Staff

While increased liquids reduce the rate of urinary tract infections (UTIs) compared with no treatment, cranberry in liquid form provides even better clinical...

Coffee drinking is a heritable habit, and one that carries a certain amount of genetic baggage. Image credit: Sci.News.

New Study Sheds More Light on Genetics of Coffee Consumption

Jun 19, 2024 by News Staff

Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages. In new research, scientists from the University of California, San Diego and elsewhere performed a...

Higher intakes of fruit are associated with a reduced risk of incident depression.

Higher Fruit Consumption Reduces Risk of Depression, Study Suggests

Jun 5, 2024 by News Staff

New research led by University of New South Wales scientists supports a role for fruit — but not vegetable — intake in protecting against depression. Higher...

Lee et al. compared the inhibitory effects of orange peel polar fraction (OPP) and orange peel nonpolar fraction (OPNP) on trimethylamine (TMA) and trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) production in response to l-carnitine treatment in vivo and in vitro.

Orange Peels May Hold Key to Better Cardiovascular Health, Scientists Say

May 29, 2024 by News Staff

The orange peel polar fraction extract containing a compound called feruloylputrescine has the potential to alleviate cardiovascular disease, according...

Chronic caffeine intake prompts compensatory and cumulative dopamine transporter downregulation, consistent with caffeine’s reported risk reduction in Parkinson’s disease. Image credit: Clinical Neurosciences, University of Turku.

Regular Caffeine Consumption Affects Brain Dopamine Function in Parkinson’s Patients, Study Says

May 28, 2024 by News Staff

In a new cross-sectional and longitudinal study, researchers from the University of Turku and Turku University Hospital investigated the effects of dietary...

Senavirathna et al. are investigating the effects ellagic acid -- an antioxidant found in some pomegranates, raspberries, strawberries, and grapes, and nuts -- could have on halting and potentially reversing the damage caused by fatty liver disease. Image credit: Engin Akyurt.

Ellagic Acid May Represent Potential Food Intervention for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Study

May 27, 2024 by News Staff

Ellagic acid is a polyphenolic, non-flavonoid compound naturally found in a variety of fruits, such as pomegranates, raspberries, strawberries, and grapes,...

Mediterranean diet is inversely associated with the severity of symptoms related to anxiety and stress.

Mediterranean Diet Reduces Anxiety and Lessens Stress, Study Suggests

May 21, 2024 by Natali Anderson

In new research, scientists from the University of the Sunshine Coast and the University of South Australia found that adherence to a Mediterranean diet...

Jama et al. call for the inclusion of dietary fiber in clinical guidelines for hypertension.

Dietary Fiber Consumption Reduces Blood Pressure, Prevents Cardiovascular Disease, Review Says

Apr 9, 2024 by News Staff

According to several international, regional, and national guidelines on high blood pressure, or hypertension, lifestyle interventions are the first-line...

The sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides). Image credit: Svdmolen / CC BY-SA 3.0 Deed.

Sea Buckthorn Berries are Rich Source of Natural Antioxidants, New Study Shows

Mar 21, 2024 by News Staff

Berries of the sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) grown in Canada showed promising health benefits induced by their rich and diverse polyphenolic profile...

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