In July 2018 researchers from France published the results of their study to assess the effect of a 2-year diet that excluded six refined foodstuffs, ie margarine, vegetable oils, butter, … Read more
Environmental factors as well as the gut microbiota may strongly influence the development of psoriasis and its progression
In March 2020 researchers from Italy, USA and Serbia published their review on the interactions between the skin, microbiome, gut microbiota and psoriasis. The researchers stated that psoriasis is alternatively … Read more
A vitamin or mineral deficiency or a severe reduction in carbohydrate intake may contribute to hair loss
In March 2019 researchers from Saudi Arabia and the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the role of vitamins and minerals in hair loss. A … Read more
Adults genetically at risk of developing hypertension who take vitamin B2 (riboflavin) supplementation may reduce their systolic blood pressure by up to 13 mmHg, which could be clinically important seeing that a 10 mmHg reduction in systolic blood pressure is estimated to decrease the risk of stroke by 40%
In April 2020 researchers from the UK published their review to assess the association between nutrition and risk of hypertension. Hypertension contributes to over 9 million deaths per annum, mainly … Read more
An aggressive weight loss programme in overweight/obese individuals with chronic plaque psoriasis may significantly reduce the area of body surface involved and itch severity with a resultant improvement in the quality of life
In February 2020 researchers from Italy published the results of their study to assess the effectiveness of an aggressive weight-loss programme in overweight/obese individuals with chronic plaque psoriasis. A total … Read more
Physical exertion, during times of limited calorie intake, appears to impair cognitive control, worsen mood (tension, depression, anger, vigour, fatigue, and confusion) and increase perceived exertion
In June 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess cognitive control during periods of sustained physical exertion and limited caloric intake. The researchers stated … Read more
If an individual wishes to include coconut oil in the diet, then it should be limited and should not exceed 10% of total calorie, which is in line with the current recommendations for saturated fatty acid intake
In September 2019 researchers from Brazil, USA and Portugal published their review on the effects of coconut oil intake on the cardiometabolic profile. The researchers stated that in recent years, … Read more
A high sleep variability predicts a blunted weight loss response and short sleep duration a reduced decrease in waist circumference in individuals undergoing a weight loss intervention
In June 2019 researchers from Spain published the results of their study to assess the association of sleep duration and sleep variability on 12-month changes in weight and body size … Read more
Researchers call for action to be taken concerning sugar-sweetened beverages as the evidence of their harm on human health is strong – “we should avoid the trap of waiting for absolute proof before allowing public health action to be taken” (August 2013)
In August 2013 researchers from the USA published their review to assess whether there was sufficient scientific evidence to suggest that decreasing sugar-sweetened beverages consumption would reduce the incidence of … Read more
A daily consumption of cashews appears to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis in individuals with diabetes type 2
In January 2019 researchers from Iran published the results of their study to assess the association between cashew nuts and risk of cardiovascular disease in individuals with diabetes type 2. … Read more
Incorporating walnuts into the diet improves the blood lipid profile
In July 2018 researchers from the USA and Spain published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effects of walnut consumption on blood lipids and other cardiovascular … Read more
A 6-7% loss in body weight due to diet alone or to diet plus exercise may result in both subcutaneous and intra-abdominal fat loss in post-menopausal women
In February 2019 researchers from The Netherlands published the results of their study to assess the effect of weight loss with or without exercise on abdominal fat in postmenopausal women. … Read more
Plant protein, as a part of a plant-based diet, and the resulting limitation of leucine and histidine intake, are associated with a reduction in both body weight and improved insulin resistance
In September 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the role of plant protein on body composition and insulin resistance in overweight individuals. A … Read more
Increased carbohydrate and fibre intake, as part of a plant-based high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet, are associated with a reduction in weight, BMI and fat mass and improved insulin resistance
In September 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the role of changes in carbohydrate intake on body composition and insulin resistance in overweight … Read more
A 3-month intensive dietary intervention based on the Mediterranean diet produced greater and more durable weight loss and improvement in cardiometabolic risk factors than conventional interventions
In March 2018 researchers from Italy published the results of their study to assess the effectiveness of the Mediterranean diet on body weight and cardiometabolic risk factors in individuals at … Read more
Well planned vegetarian diets not only reduce the risk of coronary heart disease but are also able to reverse it, including atherosclerosis, as well as being able to reduce cardiovascular disease risk factors
In May 2018 members of the USA published their overview of vegetarian diets. They stated that cardiovascular disease is globally the leading cause of death, being responsible for 46% of … Read more
The DASH dietary pattern is associated with a decreased incidence of cardiovascular disease and improves blood pressure and other cardiometabolic risk factors in individuals with and without diabetes type 2
In February 2019 researchers from Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, USA and Spain published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association between the Dietary Approaches to Stop … Read more
A high protein diet plus exercise induces more favourable changes in the body than a high carbohydrate diet plus exercise in older females
In August 2018 researchers from the USA and Australia published the results of their study to assess whether adherence to a high protein diet plus exercise induced more favourable changes … Read more
Moderate-intensity continuous training results in the same amount of body fat loss as high-intensity interval training or sprint interval training but less time commitment and/or effort required
In August 2017 researchers from Australia and Brazil reviewed the scientific literature to compare the effectiveness of high-intensity interval training, sprint interval training and moderate-intensity continuous training in controlling body … Read more
Air pollution at levels common in developed countries appear to be associated with reduced weight loss and a negative effect on lipid profiles and HbAc1 following bariatric surgery
In May 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess whether the effect of air pollution would be magnified following bariatric surgery. Current evidence suggests … Read more