A plant-forward, low-protein diet supplemented with precise amounts of the amino acid methionine increases healthspan and reduces frailty in mice, according to a study published in Cell Metabolism by researchers at the University of Southern California (USC). Led by Valter Longo of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology, the team found that balancing specific … Read more
Obesity and Cancer Risk: How a Landmark Study Rewrote the Rules A new meta-analysis of 1.5 million cancer cases reveals that excess body weight may increase the risk of 19 types of cancer—far more than previously thought. The findings, published in Nature Metabolism, also expose stark regional and gender disparities, challenging global health policies and … Read more
Researchers found that fatigue in healthy adults is linked to specific shifts in gut bacteria and fecal metabolites. According to a study in Scientific Reports, these microbial patterns overlap significantly with those found in ME/CFS and psychiatric disorders, suggesting gut dysbiosis may serve as an early indicator for these conditions. What microbial changes are linked … Read more
Glucosamine, a widely consumed supplement for joint health, may exacerbate cognitive decline in individuals already diagnosed with dementia, according to a study published in Nature Metabolism. Researchers at the University of Florida found that the supplement increased brain protein glycosylation in mouse models, leading to worsened memory deficits. In a retrospective analysis of human health … Read more
New Clinical Guidelines Aim to Reduce Unnecessary Testing for Precocious Puberty The Endocrine Society has released updated clinical practice guidelines for managing central precocious puberty, emphasizing that not all children showing early signs of development require medical intervention. According to the guidelines, published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, clinicians should prioritize observation … Read more
Daily consumption of prunes does not increase bone mineral density (BMD) in older men more effectively than standard calcium and vitamin D3 supplementation, according to a randomized controlled trial published in the journal Nutrients. While the study found minor shifts in specific bone biomarkers, researchers observed no measurable improvement in bone density over a 12-month … Read more
Plant-based burgers formulated with red quinoa and baru pulp trigger significantly lower blood glucose spikes than pure glucose, according to a pilot study published in ACS Nutrition Science. Researchers found that these fiber-rich ingredients, derived from the Brazilian Cerrado biome, may help regulate metabolic responses by slowing digestion and carbohydrate absorption, offering a potential path … Read more
The Albert Einstein College of Medicine has launched the Batia and Idan Ofer program for Validation of Interventions Targeting Aging and Longevity (BIO-VITAL), a specialized initiative designed to accelerate the development of pharmaceutical therapies that address the biological mechanisms of aging. By providing biotechnology firms access to proprietary research models and human longevity data, the … Read more
Walking 15,000 steps daily can support weight loss and improve metabolism, particularly for those transitioning from a sedentary lifestyle, according to Dr. Sarang Deshpande, a consultant in orthopaedics and joint replacement at KIMS Hospitals, Thane. While effective, experts emphasize that consistency, diet, and strength training are essential components of long-term fitness, as relying solely on … Read more
The Brain-Metabolism Connection: A New Frontier in Diabetes Care For decades, we have viewed diabetes primarily through the lens of the pancreas and insulin resistance. However, a groundbreaking study published in JAMA Network Open suggests the command center for our metabolism might actually be located in the skull. Researchers have discovered that removing a specific … Read more