Consumption of omega-3s may lower risk of heart disease
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine shows that consumption of seafood and plant-based omega-3 fatty acids may lower the risk of dying from heart attacks. IFT Daily News
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Report finds malnutrition fuels disease worldwide
According to Reuters, the 2016 Global Nutrition Report shows that one-third of people worldwide are either undernourished or overweight, driving increasing rates of disease and piling pressure on health services. … Continue Reading →
Higher salt intake may increase risk of CVD in those with kidney disease
A study published in JAMA shows that high sodium intake may increase the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). IFT Daily News
Lowering cholesterol with vegetable oils may not curb heart disease risk
A study published in The BMJ shows that replacing saturated fats with vegetable oils rich in linoleic acid lowers blood cholesterol, but may not curb heart disease risk or help … Continue Reading →
Broccoli may offer protection against liver cancer, fatty liver disease
A study published in the Journal of Nutrition shows that including broccoli in the diet may protect against liver cancer, as well as aid in countering the development of fatty … Continue Reading →
Cholesterol in eggs may not increase heart disease risk
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that eggs may not increase the risk for heart disease, even among those that carry the gene APOE4, which … Continue Reading →
Aged garlic extract may prevent heart disease
A study published in the Journal of Nutrition shows that aged garlic extract may prevent the progression of heart disease by reversing the buildup of plaque in arteries. IFT Daily … Continue Reading →
Dietary fiber may reduce Crohn’s disease flares
A study published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology shows that dietary fiber consumption may reduce flares in patients with Crohn’s disease. IFT Daily News
Pomegranate metabolites may protect against Alzheimer’s disease
A study published in ACS Chemical Neuroscience shows that compounds called urolithins found in pomegranate extract may help protect against the development of Alzheimer’s disease. IFT Daily News
Olive leaf extract may help prevent cardiovascular disease
A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition shows that consuming olive leaf extract (OLE) may have a positive effect on measures associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD). IFT Daily … Continue Reading →