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HEALTH NEWS · Melatonin helps prevent weight gain in preclinical research · Dietary treatment more effective than medicines in IBS · New England seafood loaded with more toxic ‘forever chemicals’ than realized, especially shrimp and lobster · Nattokinase Dissolves Fibrinaloid Microclots · Protecting brain cells with cannabinol: Research suggests CBN shows promise for treating neurological disorders · Research explores how a father’s diet could shape the health of his offspring Melatonin helps prevent weight gain in preclinical research University of Granada (Spain), April 17 2024 (Life Extension) Findings from a study reported in Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy indicated that melatonin, a hormone that induces sleep, may be helpful in the prevention of obesity. The study included 32 six-week-old rats that were bred to develop obesity and diabetes and 32 lean rats of the same age. Obese rats that received melatonin gained less weight and had less visceral fat (central obesity) compared with obese untreated animals at the end of the 12-week period. Melatonin-treated rats also had less obesity-induced muscle fiber atrophy and showed increased mitochondrial activity, which may contribute to the decrease in weight gain observed in these animals. Additional research showed that melatonin increased a thermogenic response to cold exposure, which helps burn fat. "During the day, it is good to expose yourself to natural light, do adequate physical activity, choose low-calorie diets loaded with unprocessed foods and replace these additives with thermogenic spices and herbs, avoid eating between meals, do not wear insulating clothing and keep the heating at a comfortable and cool temperature of around 17⁰ C, as well as showering with cool water," senior author Ahmad Agil of the University of Granada School of Medicine recommended. Dietary treatment more effective than medicines in IBS University of Gothenburg (Sweden), April 18, 2024 (Eurekalert) Dietary treatment is more effective than medications in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). These are the findings of a study conducted at the University of Gothenburg. With dietary adjustments, more than seven out of ten patients had significantly reduced symptoms. The current study, published in The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology, compared three treatments: two dietary and one based on use of medications. The participants were adult patients with severe or moderate IBS symptoms at Sahlgrenska University Hospital in Gothenburg. The first group was given traditional IBS dietary advice, focusing on eating behavior combined with low intake of fermentable carbohydrates, known as FODMAPs. These include e.g. products with lactose, legumes, onions, and grains, which ferment in the colon and can cause pain in IBS. The second group received a dietary treatment low in carbohydrates and proportionally high in protein and fat. In the third group, the best possible medication was given based on the patient's most troublesome IBS symptoms. Of those who received traditional IBS dietary advice and low content of FODMAPs, 76% had significantly reduced symptoms. In the group receiving low carbohydrates and high protein and fat, the proportion was 71%, and in the medication group 58%. New England seafood loaded with more toxic ‘forever chemicals’ than realized, especially shrimp and lobster Dartmouth College, April 17, 2024 (Study Finds) A new study out of Dartmouth College suggests that seafood from succulent lobster to flaky cod may come with an unseen risk: exposure to a class of persistent, man-made toxins known as PFAS. PFAS, short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a family of chemicals that have been widely used in consumer products since the 1950s. You might know them best for their role in making non-stick cookware and stain-resistant fabrics, but they’re also found in a host of other items, from food packaging to firefighting foams. PFAS are incredibly resistant to...

HEALTH NEWS · Researchers find evidence red cabbage juice can help gut health · Healthy diet lowers heart disease risk in breast cancer survivors · Antibiotics aren’t effective for most lower tract respiratory infections · Study suggests the brain's reward system works to make others happy, not just ourselves · Turkey Tail mushrooms boost immunity in women with breast cancer · Walking in Nature Improves Executive Function and Attention

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HEALTH NEWS · Natural Approach to Treating Gliomas? The Case for Resveratrol · Presence of specific lipids indicate tissue aging and can be decreased through exercise, study shows · Probiotics improve cognitive function in schizophrenia patients · Chemicals stored in home garages linked to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis risk · Why Exercising At Night May Be Best For Health: 61% Lower Risk Of Death From Any Cause · Probiotic potential for pear antioxidants explored in study

HEALTH NEWS · Replacing Benzocaine with Clove Gel: A Natural Approach to Topical Anesthesia · Study: Zinc deficiency linked to immune system response, particularly in older adults · Household Cleaners May Damage Lungs Like Pack-a-Day Smoking Habit · The Tropical Fruit that can Detox Toxic Fluoride · Study shows air pollution is associated with increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease · Increased vitamin C in the diet could help protect against cataracts

HEALTH NEWS · Traditional Japanese diet associated with less brain shrinkage in women compared to western diet, says research · Weight training improves symptoms of anxiety and depression in old people, study confirms · Orange Peel Extract Shows Anti-Breast Cancer Potential While Being 1,000 Times Less Toxic Than Conventional Chemo · Cannabis use during pregnancy linked to increased risk of ADHD, autism and intellectual disability in children · Living near green space associated with fewer emotional problems in preschool-age kids, study finds · Vitamin D may keep low-grade prostate cancer from becoming aggressive

HEALTH NEWS · Unveiling the Vascular Vitality of Dragon Fruit · Grape polyphenols may protect against obesity: Study · It’s true: healthy eating does result in longer life · Lonely children more likely to experience psychosis, new study finds · Study reveals mechanism linking heart disease to cancer development · Swapping red meat for herring/sardines could save up to 750,000 lives/year in 2050

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HEALTH NEWS · Antioxidant combination supports cognition, muscle · Berberine for Chemoprevention of Colon Polyps · Screening with a PSA test has a small impact on prostate cancer deaths but leads to overdiagnosis, finds study · Ruminating About Stressful Events May Increase Inflammation In The Body · Topical Frankincense Relieves Knee Osteoarthritis Pain and Stiffness · Great, Now Band-Aids Pose Cancer Risk Thanks To ‘Forever Chemicals’

HEALTH NEWS · PEA boosts cognitive function · Zinc “Crucial” for Improving Blood Sugar Regulation for Diabetics · Better midlife fitness may slow brain aging · Revitalize Your Skin: The Power of Red Light Therapy in Reversing Premature Aging · Black Seed Shows Promising Health Effects for Women · Autism and ADHD are linked to disturbed gut flora very early in life

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HEALTH NEWS · Green tea and iron, bad combination · Ultrasound therapy shows promise as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease · Meditation and ballet associated with wisdom, study says · Forbidden Medicine: The Buried Potential of Apricot Seeds for Cancer · Omega-3 compound inhibits influenza virus · Move more, sleep better: Study finds physical activity lengthens REM latency

HEALTH NEWS · Evaluation of daily ginger consumption for the prevention of chronic diseases in adults · Siris tree leaves hold promise for stopping spread of breast cancer cells, say researchers · Calcium Channel Blockers Increase Heart Risks, But B Vitamins Could Change That · Exposure to common environmental carcinogens decreases lifespan happiness · Bilberries to increase our dietary fiber intake · Prolonged use of certain hormone drugs linked to increased brain tumor risk

HEALTH NEWS · Did you know that physical activity can protect you from chronic pain? · New Study Shows Promise for Natural Support of Autism Symptoms · Lifestyle choices condition colon and rectal cancer risk more than genetics · Low-fat vegan diet reduces insulin requirements and improves insulin sensitivity for people with type 1 diabetes · Scientists find link between flame retardants and obesity · Study Connects Traits of Mindfulness to Emotional Well-Being

HEALTH NEWS · Don't trash the peels! The skins of fruits and veggies pack a nutritional punch · Probiotics in kombucha found to mimic fasting and reduce fat stores · Study suggests maintaining optimism contributes to better mobility in women as they grow older · Reused Deep-Frying Oil May Cause Neurodegeneration · New Study: Blue-Green Algae Enhances Memory in Cognitively Impaired · Has Obesity Become A Greater Risk To Global Health Than Hunger?

HEALTH NEWS · Long-Term Resveratrol Use Associated With Improved Cognitive Function, Brain Blood Flow · Consistently exercising 2–3 times a week over the long term linked to lower current insomnia risk · Green tea EGCG may help prevent plaque formation in Alzheimer's disease · ADHD stimulants may increase risk of heart damage in young adults · The Importance Of Eating Your Greens · Study suggests earlier puberty onset may affect adult cardiometabolic health

HEALTH NEWS · Cinnamic acid shows promise for opening a new developmental avenue in hair growth treatment · From autism to Alzheimer's: A large-scale animal study links brain pH changes to wide-ranging cognitive issues · Cocoa may enhance skeletal muscle function · Study finds chiropractic spinal manipulation does not increase the risk of cauda equina syndrome · Exercise could fortify immune system against future cancers · Childhood sedentariness accelerates premature vascular damage

HEALTH NEWS · Garlic sprouted for five days has improved antioxidant potential · Could Ancient Herbal Remedy Boost Fertility? Alfalfa Seeds Show Promise · Research suggests common household chemicals pose threat to brain health · Greener streets linked to better sleep · Grape seed and skin protect kidneys against effects of high fat diet · Does pregnancy accelerate aging? Study suggests that it does, at first

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