Search Result For: protein

An illustrative collage depicting bacteria in the mouth

Date: 2025/02/03 - 17:00

Some bacteria in the mouth may play a role in memory loss and dementia

older person using strength training poles on seafront

Date: 2025/02/03 - 17:00

Moderate-intensity exercise could help suppress hunger

An hour of moderate-intensity exercise reduced sensations of hunger in people with overweight and obesity in a recent study.

Date: 2025/02/02 - 11:31

Lower cholesterol linked to shift to plant-based meat alternatives

Short-term use of plant-based meat alternatives could help lower levels of LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol, and help to manage weight.

A person holding two forks and getting ready to eat a slice of marble cake and another dessert at a table

Date: 2025/01/30 - 17:00

'Hidden hunger' with diabetes: Deficiency in these vitamins, minerals may be culprit

A lack of essential micronutrients, such as vitamin D and magnesium, as well as a few others, may be behind 'hidden hunger' associated with type 2 diabetes, a new study suggests.

An older adult laying on a round rope swing at a playground, sleeping in the sun

Date: 2025/01/29 - 20:00

Taking longer to get to REM sleep could indicate Alzheimer's disease

A delay in getting to the rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep may be linked to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, a new study indicates.

Syringes of Ozempic, a GLP-1 medications used to manage diabetes and aid weight loss

Date: 2025/01/28 - 20:31

A key protein may help Ozempic users retain muscle mass while losing fat

Salk Institute researchers have identified a key protein that may help users of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy maintain muscle mass while losing weight.

healthcare provider with afro hairstyle checking body scan on computer screen

Date: 2025/01/23 - 21:00

Muscle fat may pose higher risk to heart health than other forms of fat

Intramuscular fat, contained within muscle tissue, increases the risk of serious heart disease, regardless of other risk factors, a new study suggests.

Date: 2025/01/22 - 23:00

Carbonated Water May Promote Weight Loss, but Effects Are Minimal

New research suggests that drinking sparkling water might help with weight loss. However, the effects of sparkling water on weight loss are quite small, meaning most people will still need to eat well and exercise often to maintain a healthy weight.

human silhouettes in swimming pool, seen from above

Date: 2025/01/22 - 20:31

Why are older women predisposed to osteoarthritis?

A drop in estradiol and progesterone levels after menopause could increase cartilage aging and degeneration, leading to osteoarthritis, a study in mice suggests.

collage of two black and white photos, one of a blister pack of antivirals, one of vaccine vials

Date: 2025/01/22 - 19:00

Can antibiotics, vaccines, and antivirals help lower dementia risk?

Anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen, along with antibiotics, antiviral medications, and vaccines are associated with a reduced risk of dementia, a new systematic review suggests.