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Pomegranate compound improves heart function by up to 80% in study #nutrition

Pomegranate compound improves heart function by up to 80% in study
A compound the body can make after eating pomegranates, walnuts, and some berries improved measures of heart function by up to 80% in animal models of a difficult-to-treat form of heart failure. Urolithin A helped stiff heart tissue relax and reduced scarring and abnormal enlargement. It also improved relaxation in engineered human heart tissue.

Gut bacteria may unlock a hidden benefit of vegetables #nutrition

Gut bacteria may unlock a hidden benefit of vegetables
Gut bacteria can transform nitrate and plant-based iron from vegetables and other foods into protective molecules that may benefit the heart and metabolism. In experimental models, higher levels of these compounds were linked to lower blood pressure, better blood sugar control, healthier blood vessels, and less liver fat.

Ultra-processed foods linked to hidden muscle fat that may threaten your knees #nutrition

Ultra-processed foods linked to hidden muscle fat that may threaten your knees
Eating more ultra-processed foods was linked to greater fat buildup inside thigh muscles, according to MRI scans of 615 adults at risk for knee osteoarthritis. Surprisingly, the association remained even after researchers accounted for calorie intake, physical activity, and other factors. Fatty changes in these muscles may weaken support around the knee and potentially increase osteoarthritis risk.

Most men don’t know dairy is linked to prostate cancer risk #nutrition

Most men don’t know dairy is linked to prostate cancer risk
Most men may be missing an important dietary clue about prostate cancer. A new survey found that only 20% knew research has linked dairy consumption with increased prostate cancer risk, while 66% said they would consider avoiding dairy after learning about the connection. Studies have also associated plant-based diets with substantially lower risks of prostate cancer, progression, and recurrence.

Common food preservative linked to rising suicide deaths among young people #nutrition

Common food preservative linked to rising suicide deaths among young people
A widely available food-preservation chemical is emerging as a disturbing factor in rising UK suicide deaths, particularly among younger people and men. Researchers say the scale may be underestimated and are calling for urgent restrictions on access and harmful online information.

Visitors often get "prasaad(a/am)" at Hindu temples and the Thirupathi "laddu" is very popular in #India. That temple sells 10 million laddus *each month*. 😲🛕
The laddus are huge and tasty, but you're to eat just a little. Still, check out its ingredients and #nutrition info.📋
https://www.deccanherald.com/india/andhra-pradesh/tirumala-laddu-sales-hits-all-time-high-in-may-4026158

Study Finds Vegan Diets Are ‘Well-Digested’ By Both Dogs And Cats #nutrition

Study Finds Vegan Diets Are 'Well-Digested' By Both Dogs And Cats
A new scientific review by Andrew Knight has found that nutritionally sound vegan and vegetarian diets are “well-digested” by dogs and cats

Most Health Professionals Think Key Plant Foods Underrepresented In Dietary Guidelines https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/health/health-professionals-plant-foods-dietary-guidelines/

Most Health Professionals Think Key Plant Foods Underrepresented In Dietary Guidelines
According to new research, most health professionals think that key plant foods are underrepresented in dietary guidelines

Slower biological aging linked to several diets that are very different https://www.earth.com/lifestyle/slower-biological-aging-linked-to-several-diets-that-are-very-different/

Slower biological aging linked to several diets that are very different
Healthy eating was linked to slower biological aging across several very different diets, suggesting there is no single right way to eat well.

Eating A Handful Of Nuts Per Day Reduces Blood Pressure Risk By 20% #nutrition

Eating A Handful Of Nuts Per Day Reduces Blood Pressure Risk By 20%
A new study has found that eating just one handful of nuts per day can reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure by 20 percent

Here's a question #AskFedi may be able to make some suggestions for. I'm looking for an open source security privacy conscious nutrient tracker - for sporty vegan family member in middle of training for competitive sports. So shouldn't just be calories but also macro (and maybe micro?) nutrition.
There's a tonne on F-droid but hard to know which to choose. Any recommendations welcome
#FOSS #FLOSS #nutrition

Global Uptake Of Plant-Rich Diets Could Help Reduce Emissions By 76% #nutrition

Global Uptake Of Plant-Rich Diets Could Help Reduce Emissions By 76%
According to a new study, global uptake of plant-rich diets combined with food system transformation could reduce emissions by 76 percent