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Berry et al. demonstrate that erythritol -- at a concentration typically contained in a standard-size commercially available artificially sweetened beverage -- adversely affects brain microvascular endothelial cell oxidative stress, eNOS activation and NO production, ET-1 expression, and t-PA release in vitro. Image credit: Tafilah Yusof.

Study: Common Sweetener Erythritol Can Impact Brain Cells, Boost Stroke Risk

Jul 16, 2025 by News Staff

Erythritol, a common non-nutritive sweetener, is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events, according to new research...

Nielsen et al. find lactose intolerance may link consuming dairy, nightmares, and poor sleep. Image credit: Micha HNBS.

Study Finds Association between Lactose Intolerance and Nightmares

Jul 1, 2025 by News Staff

In a new study, researchers questioned 1,082 students at MacEwan University about the quality of their sleep, their eating habits, and any perceived link...

This image shows Oenothera biennis, a flower that produces an oil containing a high content of linolenic acid. Image credit: Georg Slickers / CC BY-SA 4.0.

Omega-6 Fatty Acids Do Not Raise Inflammatory Markers, Study Shows

Jul 1, 2025 by News Staff

In a large community-based study, researchers at Fatty Acid Research Institute observed weak but statistically significant inverse associations between...

Tetragonula carbonaria combs. Image credit: Tobias Smith.

Honey from Australian Stingless Bees Has Unique Antimicrobial Properties, Study Shows

Jun 23, 2025 by News Staff

Honey from Australian stingless bees, commonly referred to as sugarbag bees, has historically served as a food source. It is also a traditional remedy...

Boege et al. found that eating more fruits and vegetables during the day was associated with sleeping more soundly later that same night. Image credit: Guillermo Gavilla.

Diets Rich in Fruits and Vegetables May Promote Better Sleep Health

Jun 16, 2025 by News Staff

In a new study led by University of Chicago Medicine and Columbia University researchers, a 5-cup increase (from no intake) in fruits and vegetables, meeting...

Eating a cup of beans a day may offer measurable benefits for heart and metabolic health. Image credit: PDPics.

Study: Bean Consumption Improves Metabolic and Inflammatory Markers in Adults with Pre-Diabetes

Jun 5, 2025 by News Staff

According to a 12-week study of 72 adults with pre-diabetes, consumption of either chickpeas or black beans improves markers of inflammation in prediabetic...

Mahdavi et al. aimed to investigate the association between caffeine intake in midlife and the likelihood of healthy aging in women in older adulthood in participants in the Nurses’ Health Study. Image credit: Sci.News.

Women Consuming Caffeinated Coffee in Midlife are More Likely to Be Healthy Agers: Study

Jun 3, 2025 by News Staff

In a new study led by scientists from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, caffeine and regular coffee intake in midlife were modestly and favorably...

Zhao et al. provide insights into the mechanisms for EGCG’s anticancer activity and identifies p53 N-terminal domain as a target for cancer drug discovery through dynamic interactions with small molecules. Image credit: Sci-News.com.

Study: Consuming Methyl Adaptogen-Rich Foods May Reduce Markers of Epigenetic Aging

May 21, 2025 by News Staff

Aging is the primary risk factor for developing non-communicable chronic diseases, necessitating interventions targeting the aging process. Outcome measures...

Flavan-3-ol-rich foods and supplements decrease blood pressure in particular in people with high blood pressure when consumed daily similar to medication. Image credit: Lagou et al., doi: 10.1093/eurjpc/zwaf173.

Compounds Found in Chocolate and Tea May Help Reduce Blood Pressure

May 14, 2025 by News Staff

Naturally occurring compounds called flavan-3-ols — found in cocoa, tea, apples and grapes — may improve blood pressure and the health of our...

Melissa Stadt & Anita Layton suggest increasing the ratio of dietary potassium to sodium intake may be more effective for lowering blood pressure than simply reducing sodium intake. Image credit: Melissa Stadt & Anita Layton, doi: 10.1152/ajprenal.00222.2024.

Ratio of Potassium to Sodium Intake Key to Regulating Blood Pressure, New Modeling Study Suggests

Apr 15, 2025 by News Staff

Excessive dietary sodium raises blood pressure, whereas a high potassium diet has the opposite effect. The underlying mechanisms are moderated by sex and...

Increased consumption of fruit, dietary fiber, dairy products and caffeine may be associated with a reduced risk of tinnitus. Image credit: Serp Pae.

Consuming Fruit, Dietary Fiber, Caffeine and Dairy May Be Associated with Reduced Risk of Tinnitus

Mar 20, 2025 by News Staff

The primary underlying mechanisms may involve the protective effects of these diets on blood vessels and nerves, as well as their anti-inflammatory and...

Samuthpongtorn et al. report that citrus intake and its components are prospectively associated with a lower risk of depression and altered abundance of 15 gut microbial species, including enriched Faecalibacterium prausnitzii. Image credit: Hans.

Citrus Fruit Consumption Helps Protect against Depression via Gut Microbiome: Study

Feb 26, 2025 by Natali Anderson

New research demonstrates a potential protective role of citrus fruit on the incidence of depression and suggests that Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, a...

Eating walnuts for breakfast could improve brain function for healthy young adults. Image credit: Tim Ulama.

Study: Walnut-Rich Breakfast Enhances Cognitive Performance throughout the Day

Feb 24, 2025 by Enrico de Lazaro

Eating 50 grams of walnuts mixed into muesli and yoghurt led to faster reaction times throughout the day and better memory performance later in the day...

Consuming one gram of omega-3 per day may slow down the rate of biological ageing in humans. Image credit: Lqiuz.

Study: Omega-3 Supplementation May Slow Biological Aging

Feb 4, 2025 by News Staff

A new clinical trial involving over 700 older adults over a three-year period provides evidence supporting the geroprotective benefits of omega-3 supplementation...

Elderberry is a small dark purple berry found on elder trees native to Europe. Image credit: TheOtherKev.

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

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...

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...