Sodium 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...
Read MoreVegan diets are best for gut hormones and satiety, according to new study
By Katherine Shagoury A new study published in the journal Nutrients found that a vegan diet helps to promote beneficial gut hormones that are responsible for regulating blood sugar, satiety, and weight....
Read MoreMore fish consumption and omega-3 supplementation needed for cardioprotective benefits
Photo Cred: Pixabay By Katherine Shagoury People likely need to eat more fish and take an omega-3 supplement to reach a cardioprotective Omega-3 Index level of 8 percent or higher,...
Read MoreAntibiotic disruption of the gut microbiome dysregulates skeletal health
By Katherine Shagoury Microbes are often seen as pathogens that cause disease and antibiotics have been used successfully to combat these foreign invaders. In reality, this is more complex. Most...
Read MoreZinc deficiency may induce hypertension, study says
By Katherine Shagoury Lower-than-normal zinc levels may contribute to high blood pressure or hypertension by altering the way the kidneys handle sodium, according to a new study published in the...
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