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New AI Model Spots Foodborne Bacteria Faster and More Accurately
A new AI model can detect live bacteria in foods like spinach, chicken and cheese within hours, while avoiding false alarms from harmless debris. The advance could help prevent foodborne illness and costly recalls.
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Two Days of Oatmeal Cut LDL Cholesterol in Metabolic Syndrome Trial
A University of Bonn study suggests that eating mostly oatmeal for just two days can significantly lower harmful LDL cholesterol in people with metabolic syndrome. The short, intensive diet also reshaped gut bacteria in ways that may help protect against diabetes and heart disease.
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Whole Foods Let People Eat More but Consume Fewer Calories, Study Finds
A Bristol-led team found that when people eat only unprocessed foods, they naturally pile their plates with fruits and vegetables, ending up better nourished while taking in fewer calories. The work suggests our bodies may be wired with a kind of nutritional intelligence that today’s ultra-processed foods can disrupt.
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Bamboo’s ‘Superfood’ Potential: New Review Highlights Health Benefits and Risks
A first-of-its-kind academic review suggests bamboo shoots may support blood sugar control, heart and gut health, and antioxidant defenses. Researchers say the fast-growing plant could be a sustainable addition to diets worldwide, if prepared safely.
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UCLA Study: Gut Bacteria Rapidly Evolve to Digest Ultra-Processed Foods
UCLA researchers have found that gut bacteria are rapidly evolving to digest starches in ultra-processed foods, and that this evolution looks different in industrialized and non-industrialized populations. The work suggests our diets may be reshaping our microbiomes far faster than scientists once thought.
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Vegan Diet More Effective for Weight Loss Than Mediterranean Diet: New Study
A vegan diet that includes refined grains and potatoes — foods often deemed “unhealthy” — results in greater weight loss compared to the Mediterranean diet, a new study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine has revealed. The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition, examined the impact of plant-based eating on weight loss.…
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Keto Diet Shows Promise in Protecting Brain Health: New Study
There may be a new way to protect brain energy and preserve cognitive function, and it could be as simple as changing what’s on your plate. Researchers at the University of Missouri are investigating the effects of a ketogenic diet in potentially preserving brain health and slowing cognitive decline, particularly for individuals at higher risk…
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Universal Free School Meals Linked to Lower Blood Pressure in Students, New Study Finds
Universal free school meals could be a key player in improving public health, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Washington. The study, published n JAMA Network Open, found that students in schools that adopted universal free meal programs were significantly less likely to have high blood pressure. The Community…
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Eating Less Red Meat and More Legumes Has Surprising Health Benefits for Men
A recent study by the University of Helsinki has uncovered that swapping out red and processed meats for legumes such as peas and faba beans can significantly benefit men’s health. The research, part of the multidisciplinary Leg4Life project, highlights how even a partial replacement can lead to lower total and “bad” LDL cholesterol levels, alongside…
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Cornell Researchers Transform Apple Waste Into Nutritious Meatballs
Cornell University researchers have uncovered an innovative way to repurpose apple byproducts, transforming them into a nutritious ingredient for meatballs that could potentially revolutionize food manufacturing while reducing waste. Every year, over 4 million tons of apple waste, including skins, seeds, cores and pulp, are typically discarded as animal feed, compost or landfill material. A…
