Food really is medicine, at least according to new research. A study, published this week by The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that consuming protein — especially plant-based protein — seemed to drastically lower the odds of developing chronic illness for women as they age. “Consuming protein in midlife was linked to promoting good health in … Read more
RXBAR is offering a reward for customers who accept an unusual New Year’s challenge – moving their couches. The protein bar brand announced the contest on Monday. Anyone who pledges to move their couch for 30 days can enter a contest for a $2,500 cash reward, which RXBAR says will be used to “cover the cost of … Read more
Is 30 the magic number? A new weight loss and exercise regimen called the 30-30-30 rule has gone viral for its supposed fast track to weight loss and blood sugar control. The method involves a person consuming 30 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking up just before completing 30 minutes of a low-intensity … Read more
Scores of protein bars were recalled Wednesday after customers found multiple foreign objects — including hairnets — in their snacks. Doctors Scientific Organica voluntarily recalled a portion of its Burn Boot Camp Afterburn Grass-Fed Whey Protein Bars “out of an abundance of caution,” the Food and Drug Administration said in a bulletin. The company — … Read more
Cancer has many risk factors. Some — like gender, age, and family history — can’t be controlled. But others, like diet, can be managed. Proper nutrition has been shown to reduce cancer risk, noted Dr. Brian Slomovitz, director of gynecologic oncology and co-chair of the Cancer Research Committee at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami … Read more
Nearly half of Americans aren’t eating as many fruits and veggies as they should be, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 Americans found that although they love apples (69%), oranges (64%) and bananas (63%), 43% admit to eating fruit less often than once a day. Similarly, while carrots were crowned America’s favorite veggie, … Read more
Nearly 60,000 canisters of a supplement Jennifer Aniston promotes have been recalled due to potential contamination. Vital Proteins is voluntarily recalling its 24-ounce canisters of Collagen Peptides powder for fear that pieces of a broken blue plastic lid contaminated the product. The “Friends” actress is a spokesperson for the Chicago-headquartered company, which said the affected … Read more
“CBS Saturday Morning” featured a segment suggesting adding insects into a diet could provide benefits for a growing world affected by climate change. To counter meat, soybean-derived proteins, or other high-carbon foods, the segment described efforts by climate experts and scientists to explore farming bugs to protect the planet. “We all know how important insects are … Read more
This tip may bug some parents. In a new essay for Insider, food writer Tiffany Leigh revealed that she feeds her 18-month-old daughter crickets as a source of protein — claiming it saves her hundreds on grocery bills. The Toronto-based mom started to supplement her daughter’s more costly protein diet of beef, chicken, and pork … Read more
A new study may have solved a mystery surrounding Crohn’s disease, a type of inflammatory bowel disease in which immune defenses meant to attack invading microbes instead mistakenly target the body’s own digestive tract. Norovirus, a common infection that causes vomiting and diarrhea, is one of several viruses and bacteria thought to trigger disease onset … Read more
This image shows the SARS-CoV-2 virus’s main protease, Mpro, and two strands of a human protein, called NEMO. One NEMO strand (blue) has been cut by Mpro, and the other NEMO strand (red) is in the process of being cut by Mpro. Without NEMO, an immune system is slower to respond to increasing viral loads … Read more
You won’t be surprised to learn that protein plays a key role in supporting muscle growth. This collection of amino acids makes up a large portion of our muscle and organ tissues. It’s an essential part of your diet, but that doesn’t mean you have to down daily protein shakes to get enough. Although that’s … Read more
A mutation in the small protein SHMOOSE is linked with increased Alzheimer’s risk and highlights a possible target for treatment. A mutation in a newly discovered small protein is associated with a substantial increase in the risk for Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new University of Southern California (USC) Leonard Davis School of Gerontology study. … Read more
You don’t have to be an aspiring bodybuilder to care about muscle mass. In fact, maintaining a healthy muscle mass is one of many ways we can stay healthy and improve our overall well-being, especially as we age. And, along with a balanced regimen of exercise and strength training, our diet is a critical factor … Read more
Story at a glance Alzheimer’s disease affects 5 million people in the U.S., according to data from 2020. Researchers are working to understand the various risk factors that may contribute to developing the disease. Researchers examined the role of a newly identified microprotein in neuronal mitochondria. New research is uncovering the role a specific protein … Read more
Photos of Debbie Botzum-Pearson before (left) and after neuromyelitis optica (Courtesy of Debbie Botzum-Pearson). On the morning of Jan. 15, 2022, Debbie Botzum-Pearman, who had been a strong healthy woman for 66 years, woke up paralyzed from the chest down. On Sept. 13, 2022, nearly nine months later, she managed to stand up without assistance … Read more
In a recently published article in the journal PLOS PATHOGENS, scientists have summarized acute and prolonged clinical manifestations of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. The review also provides an overview of the potency and utility of preclinical animal models to understand the mechanistic details of acute and long coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). … Read more
Many times children are reluctant to eat, due to which they lack protein. There are many types of protein supplements available in the market these days. But they contain many types of chemicals. In such a situation, you can include children’s diet by making protein powder at home. Many types of nutrients are necessary for … Read more