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Categories: Children's Health, Diet and Weight Loss
Published DNA barcoding identifies the plants a person has eaten
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source DNA barcoding is now being used to identify the plant matter in human feces, revealing what a person has eaten. A reliable genetic marker for plant-based foods can be retrieved from poop, showing not only what was eaten, but in what relative amounts. The technique should improve clinical trials, nutrition studies and more.
Published Poverty negatively impacts structural wiring in children's brains, study indicates
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source A study reveals that household and community poverty may influence brain health in children. Childhood obesity and lower cognitive function may explain, at least partially, poverty's influence on the brain.
Published Molecular imaging identifies brain changes in response to food cues; offers insight into obesity interventions
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Molecular imaging with 18F-flubatine PET/MRI has shown that neuroreceptors in the brains of individuals with obesity respond differently to food cues than those in normal-weight individuals, making the neuroreceptors a prime target for obesity treatments and therapy. This research contributes to the understanding of the fundamental mechanisms underlying obesity and offers valuable insights into potential medical interventions.
Published Lean body mass, age linked with alcohol elimination rates in women
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Research links women's lean body mass with how quickly they eliminate alcohol from their system. Women with obesity and those who are older eliminate alcohol from their bloodstreams faster than those of normal weight and those who are younger.
Published All the immunity, none of the symptoms
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Scientists found pairing specific diets with diarrheal disease-causing bacteria can create lasting immunity in mice without a need to ever experience symptoms. The findings pave the way for vaccine development that could reduce symptoms and mortality of diarrheal illness and other diseases in humans.
Published RSV is a serious heath threat, but the public knows little about it
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source A new survey finds that the American public is ill-informed about RSV, unfamiliar with its most common symptoms, and more hesitant to recommend a vaccine against it to pregnant people than to older adults.
Published Omega-3 fatty acids linked to slower decline in ALS
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) who eat more foods high in certain omega-3 fatty acids like flaxseed oil, walnuts, canola oil and pumpkin seeds may have a slower physical decline from the disease and may have a slightly extended survival. Researchers also found an omega-6 fatty acid may be beneficial. The study does not prove that these omega fatty acids slow decline of ALS or extend survival; it only shows an association.
Published Ketone supplements worsen performance in trained endurance athletes, researchers find
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Kinesiologists at McMaster University have found ketone supplements, used by some athletes hoping to cross the finish line faster, may in fact worsen performance. The new study tackles contradictory research findings related to the effectiveness of ketone supplements, which have gained popularity among athletes seeking a competitive advantage.
Published Dads are key in supporting breastfeeding, safe infant sleep
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Fathers can make a huge difference in whether an infant is breastfed and placed to sleep safely, according to a recent survey of new fathers.
Published Fewer meals may prevent Type 2 diabetes, obesity
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source When intermittent fasting became all the rage among Hollywood celebrities, skeptics balked at the idea of skipping meals. But new research suggests the celebs might not have been that far off. The review found that a specific type of restricted eating may reduce the chances of developing Type 2 diabetes and improve your overall health. Known as time-restricted eating, this type of fasting means having regular but fewer meals, cutting out late-night snacks and not eating for 12 to 14 hours (often overnight).
Published Machine-learning method used for self-driving cars could improve lives of type-1 diabetes patients
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source The same type of machine learning methods used to pilot self-driving cars and beat top chess players could help type-1 diabetes sufferers keep their blood glucose levels in a safe range.
Published The latest weapon against cancer is ... a keto diet?
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Keto diets shrink pancreatic and colorectal tumors by starving them of the glucose they need to survive. But they also speed up development of a lethal wasting disease called cachexia. In mice, researchers have found that pairing keto with a corticosteroid prevents cachexia and increases survival.
Published Mouse models of adolescent binge drinking reveal key long-lasting brain changes
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Heavy alcohol consumption may cause permanent dysregulation of neurons, or brain cells, in adolescents, according to a new study in mice. The findings suggest that exposure to binge-levels of alcohol during adolescence, when the brain is still developing, lead to long-lasting changes in the brain's ability to signal and communicate -- potentially setting the stage for long-term behavioral changes and hinting towards the mechanisms of alcohol-induced cognitive changes in humans.
Published Taurine may be a key to longer and healthier life
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source A study finds that deficiency of taurine, a molecule produced in our bodies, drives aging, and taurine supplements can improve health and increase lifespan in animals.
Published Sabotage and collusion could be derailing your weight loss journey, finds study
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Family and loved ones may be conspiring to sabotage your weight loss journey, according to a new study. The study is part of a growing body of evidence which suggests that not all social support results in positive health outcomes.
Published Diet tracking: How much is enough to lose weight?
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Keeping track of everything you eat and drink in a day is a tedious task that is tough to keep up with over time. Unfortunately, dutiful tracking is a vital component for successful weight loss, however, a new study finds that perfect tracking is not needed to achieve significant weight loss.
Published How chronic stress drives the brain to crave comfort food
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Stress can override natural satiety cues to drive more food intake and boost cravings for sweets.
Published Exposure to 'forever chemicals' during pregnancy linked to increased risk of obesity in kids
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) during pregnancy was linked to slightly higher body mass indices and an increased risk of obesity in children, according to a new study.
Published Gut microbiome changes linked to precancerous colon polyps
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source A new study has linked certain types of gut bacteria to the development of precancerous colon polyps.
Published Open-analysis platform for pediatric brain tumors provides robust data resource for childhood cancer research
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Researchers have partnered to create a first-of-its-kind open-source, reproducible analysis platform for pediatric brain tumors. With the help of thousands of genomically sequenced samples, researchers have used this platform to identify initial findings about genetic variants associated with poorer outcomes that could help guide future diagnostic and therapeutic advances.