Research Summaries

Diet
Diet
03/01/2018
The authors of a new study investigated whether the risk for glaucomatous optic neuropathy is associated with daily dietary intake of polyunsaturated fatty acids, especially ω-3 fatty acids, in older...
03/01/2018
Diet
Diet
12/20/2017
While the benefits of plant protein on cardiovascular health are well known, the effects of substituting animal protein with plant protein on lipid levels are not well documented.
12/20/2017
Diet
Diet
12/13/2017
In a recent study, researchers investigated the association between various breakfast patterns and the risk for developing subclinical atherosclerosis.
12/13/2017
Diet
Diet
12/13/2017
In a recent study, researcher investigated whether a preference for spicy foods influenced salt intake, and whether increasing spicy food consumption could be a potential behavioral intervention for...
12/13/2017
Diet
Diet
09/08/2017
Laryngopharyngeal reflux is a common disorder. In a recent study, researchers investigated whether non-pharmacologic strategies, such as dietary interventions, were as efficacious as proton pump inhibitors...
09/08/2017
Diet
Diet
09/07/2017
It is well known that sugar intake is associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes, and other cardiometabolic disorders. However, previous studies have indicated that de novo lipogenesis may be a modifiable...
09/07/2017
Diet
Diet
09/06/2017
Previous research has suggested an association between red meat consumption and type 2 diabetes. A recent study sought to explore this relationship further, evaluating the effects of red meat, poultry,...
09/06/2017
Diet
Diet
09/01/2017
While evidence has suggested an association between obesity and various cancers, the underlying biological mechanisms are not completely understood. A new study investigated these mechanisms further. ...
09/01/2017
Diet
Diet
07/18/2017
Data from 4 large population-based studies, presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference, detailed the effects of multiple dietary patterns, including the Mediterranean and DASH...
07/18/2017
Diet
Diet
07/13/2017
While studies have examined the associated between diet and mortality, few have evaluated the relationship between diet quality changes over time and the risk of death. In a new study, researchers assessed...
07/13/2017