New research shows that low FODMAP foods reduce gastrointestinal symptoms
By Katherine Shagoury Research indicates that cutting out specific foods can alleviate the gastrointestinal issues some people experience when they exercise, with over two-thirds of people involved in a new...
Read MoreNew study identifies association between ultra-processed foods and shorter life
By Katherine Shagoury Consumption of “ultra-processed” foods could lead to a higher risk of death, according to a new major French study published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine. The study...
Read MoreFDA cracks down on dietary supplements
By Katherine Shagoury The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Monday it would be stepping up its policing of dietary supplements. At the same time, the agency announced it...
Read MoreWestern diet may increase risk of severe sepsis, death, study finds
By Katherine Shagoury A Western diet high in fat and sugar may put someone at greater risk of developing severe sepsis, according to a new study by a researcher at...
Read MoreSodium intake associated with increased lightheadedness in context of DASH-sodium trial
By Katherine Shagoury Lightheadedness with standing, otherwise known as postural lightheadedness, results from a gravitational drop in blood pressure and is common among adults. While mild in many adults, it...
Read MoreStudy shows fruit and vegetable benefit for mental health
By Katherine Shagoury Consuming more fruit and vegetables can improve your mental wellbeing, according to a new study published in the journal Social Science and Medicine. The research showed a...
Read MoreFlaxseed supplements increase “good” bacteria and fatty acids
By Katherine Shagoury Research in mice suggests that fermentation of flaxseed fibers in the gut changes the microbiota to improve metabolic health and protect against diet-induced obesity, according to a...
Read MoreLarge molecules from dietary fiber can change gut environment through physical forces
By Katherine Shagoury Large molecules from dietary fiber, called polymers, can physically influence the environment in the small intestine by causing solid particles to aggregate, according to new research published...
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