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Effects of Low Glycemic Index/Load Diets on Metabolic and Inflammatory Markers in Humans: A Meta-Analysis
NewsJun 12, 2026

Effects of Low Glycemic Index/Load Diets on Metabolic and Inflammatory Markers in Humans: A Meta-Analysis

A meta‑analysis of 21 randomized trials involving 1,265 participants found that low‑glycemic index or load (LGI/LGL) diets were associated with modest weight loss, lower body‑mass index, and improvements in lipid profiles—including reductions in total cholesterol, triglycerides and LDL‑C and an...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
Abbott Nutrition Study: Older Women Gain Greater Muscle Benefits From Protein Plus HMB
NewsJun 12, 2026

Abbott Nutrition Study: Older Women Gain Greater Muscle Benefits From Protein Plus HMB

Abbott Nutrition funded a randomized double‑blind crossover trial that examined whether adding 3 g of β‑hydroxy‑β‑methylbutyrate (HMB) to a 40 g whey protein dose enhances muscle protein synthesis (MPS) in older adults. The study, involving 24 healthy participants aged 65‑75, found that...

By NutraIngredients (EU)
Vitamin K2-7 May Slow Progression of Coronary Artery Calcification
NewsJun 12, 2026

Vitamin K2-7 May Slow Progression of Coronary Artery Calcification

A two‑year randomized trial (VitaK‑CAC) found that daily 360 µg of vitamin K2‑7 (MK‑7) reduced coronary artery calcification (CAC) progression by 29% versus placebo in 180 high‑risk adults. Participants had baseline CAC scores between 50 and 400, and 78% were on...

By NutraIngredients (EU)
Why Tiny Amounts of Vitamin B12 Matter More as We Age
NewsJun 12, 2026

Why Tiny Amounts of Vitamin B12 Matter More as We Age

Vitamin B12, required in microgram amounts, remains essential for red blood cell formation, nerve health, and DNA synthesis. Deficiency is common among older adults, vegans, and those with absorption issues, often manifesting as fatigue, neurological symptoms, or anemia. Recent studies...

By The Conversation – Fashion (global)
Consuming a Moderate Amount of Carbs Could Lower Cardiovascular Risk While Also Keeping 'Bad' Cholesterol Down
NewsJun 12, 2026

Consuming a Moderate Amount of Carbs Could Lower Cardiovascular Risk While Also Keeping 'Bad' Cholesterol Down

A new meta‑analysis of 174 trials involving 11,481 adults across 27 countries finds that moderate carbohydrate intake delivers the most balanced cardiovascular benefits. While very low‑carb and keto diets lower some risk markers, they raise LDL cholesterol, whereas moderate‑carb diets...

By Medical Xpress
Effects of Beta-Alanine Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Related Physiological Outcomes in Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
NewsJun 11, 2026

Effects of Beta-Alanine Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Related Physiological Outcomes in Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

A new systematic review and meta‑analysis examined beta‑alanine supplementation in women across 12 reports (11 RCTs, 312 participants). The pooled analysis found a moderate improvement in time‑to‑exhaustion (SMD ≈ 0.49, p = 0.001) while effects on peak power, anaerobic performance, VO₂max/VO₂peak and body‑fat percentage...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
An Alternative Dietary Variety Score Reflects Nutrient Adequacy Across Different Life Stages in Japanese Women
NewsJun 11, 2026

An Alternative Dietary Variety Score Reflects Nutrient Adequacy Across Different Life Stages in Japanese Women

Researchers created an Alternative Dietary Variety Score (ADVS) that swaps the traditional "fats and oils" component of Japan's Dietary Variety Score (DVS) for whole‑grain consumption. Using cross‑sectional data from 4,227 young, 3,562 middle‑aged and 1,655 older Japanese women, they found...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
Time-Restricted Eating and Metabolic Health: Implications for Nutritional Strategies and Weight Loss
NewsJun 11, 2026

Time-Restricted Eating and Metabolic Health: Implications for Nutritional Strategies and Weight Loss

A Frontiers in Nutrition mini‑review published on June 11 2026 evaluates time‑restricted eating (TRE) as a chrononutrition strategy. The authors synthesize clinical trials showing that 6‑10‑hour eating windows can produce modest weight loss and improvements in insulin sensitivity, blood pressure, and lipid...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
Precision Nutrition in Gastric Cancer: Current Advances and Future Directions
NewsJun 11, 2026

Precision Nutrition in Gastric Cancer: Current Advances and Future Directions

The review in Frontiers Nutrition outlines how precision nutrition—individualized, phenotype‑driven dietary support—can address the high rates of malnutrition, weight loss, and sarcopenia in gastric‑cancer patients. It details a stepwise assessment pathway that starts with risk screening, proceeds to GLIM‑based malnutrition diagnosis,...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
Gut-Lung Axis: RCT Supports Bifido Probiotic’s Immune-Supporting Benefits
NewsJun 10, 2026

Gut-Lung Axis: RCT Supports Bifido Probiotic’s Immune-Supporting Benefits

A six‑month, double‑blind RCT involving 360 formula‑fed infants under three years tested Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis BLa80 at 5 billion CFU daily. The probiotic group saw upper respiratory infections drop from 42.5% to 19.4% and eczema prevalence fall from 70% to 27.6%....

By NutraIngredients (EU)
Single-Dose Creatine Before Exercise May Support Strength Training: Study
NewsJun 10, 2026

Single-Dose Creatine Before Exercise May Support Strength Training: Study

A randomized crossover pilot trial with 11 physically active men showed that ingesting a single dose of creatine monohydrate two hours before resistance training yielded greater acute strength performance in bench press and back squat than taking it during, after,...

By NutraIngredients (EU)
Is Milk Good or Bad for Kids? And How Much Dairy Do They Actually Need?
NewsJun 10, 2026

Is Milk Good or Bad for Kids? And How Much Dairy Do They Actually Need?

Recent analysis clarifies the role of dairy in children’s diets, highlighting its contributions to bone strength, heart health, and weight management. While cow’s milk allergy and lactose intolerance affect a minority, most kids benefit from calcium, protein, and iodine found...

By The Conversation – Business + Economy (US)
A Structured Clinical Nutrition Pathway for Enteral Nutrition Management in Patients with Intracerebral Hemorrhage: A Non-Randomized Controlled Study
NewsJun 9, 2026

A Structured Clinical Nutrition Pathway for Enteral Nutrition Management in Patients with Intracerebral Hemorrhage: A Non-Randomized Controlled Study

A non‑randomized controlled study at a Chinese tertiary hospital evaluated a SAPIM‑based structured clinical nutrition pathway for enteral feeding in intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) patients. The pathway, emphasizing systematic assessment, personalized targets, and multidisciplinary coordination, reduced nutrition‑related complications from 56.7% to...

By Frontiers in Nutrition
New Peer-Reviewed Study by Over 20 Protein Experts Urges Rethinking Dietary Protein Recommendations Beyond Simply “Eat More Protein” – Reported...
NewsJun 8, 2026

New Peer-Reviewed Study by Over 20 Protein Experts Urges Rethinking Dietary Protein Recommendations Beyond Simply “Eat More Protein” – Reported...

A new peer‑reviewed study authored by more than 20 protein nutrition experts, highlighted by the National Pork Board, challenges the simplistic "eat more protein" mantra. The researchers argue that recommendations should consider protein quality, distribution across meals, and individual factors...

By Bioengineer.org