It is crucial to kickstart your day with good morning nutrition, as it deserves attention to ensure you are nourishing your body and mind and thus setting the tone for the day. Here are five tips for creating well-rounded morning nutrition that incorporates essential macronutrients for a mindful start to your day: An ideal …
ANI | Updated: May 03, 2024 23:09 IST Seville [Spain], May 3 (ANI): A research group at the University of Seville’s Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology has achieved great progress by identifying the critical role of the protein Galectin-3 in the progression of several forms of brain tumours. The most prevalent immune system cells …
The term gut health has gained increasing interest in recent years as consumer understanding of the function and importance of the gut microbiome continues to grow. With that increased interest in the gut microbiome, comes the increasing understanding of what pre- and probiotics are and how they impact the body. What is the gut microbiome? …
The category of ultra-processed food, most prominently defined by the Nova classification, has come under increasing scrutiny in recent months, with many critics suggesting that ‘ultra-processed’ does not necessarily lead to poor health outcomes, at least definitionally. However, previous research studies have suggested many poor health outcomes are linked to food, such as high type-2 …
A team of researchers led by the University of College London (UCL) has discovered over 200 genes linked to depression in a worldwide study. The team found more than 50 new genetic loci and 205 novel genes that are associated with depression, in the first large-scale global study of the genetics of major depression in …
The nutritional credentials of plant-based meat alternatives regularly come under fire for excessive salt, fat or calorie content. But a report coming out of the Netherlands suggests that when comparing the nutritional value of meat substitutes with their conventional counterparts, plant-based options often come out on top. Overall, plant-based meat comes out on top The …
Prof Kazuyuki Kasahara, assistant professor of Metabolic, Nutrition, and Microbiome Medicine, at Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, pointed out the above while presenting on day two of the Growth Asia Summit held in Singapore between September 26 and 28. He was presenting the topic “Impact of diet and gut microbiome in …
Glycine supplementation was also shown to improve insulin responses. Writing in GeroScience, a group of researchers from the Centre for Healthy Longevity at Singapore’s National University Health System (NUHS) assessed the effects of glycine oral supplementation in both healthy and diseased populations. The effects of glycine supplementation on multiple health areas such as the endocrine, …
The popularity of plant-based proteins has skyrocketed due to their numerous health and environmental benefits. However, this rise in interest has also led to the emergence of several myths and misconceptions about plant-based protein. Our experts from the wellness industry are here to debunk these myths and provide a clearer understanding of the value and …
Plant-based foods do act as a source of protein. Products like soy, Almonds, and lentils are among the richest sources of protein in a vegan diet. Proteins play a crucial role in maintaining our fitness and overall health. Contrary to popular belief, vegetarians don’t need to turn to non-vegetarian foods for protein. In fact, several …