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07/02/2012 |
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Encouraging results of wild bitter gourd in ameliorating metabolic syndrome
Study context: Bitter gourd (Mormodica charantia L.) (WBG) is a common plant used in traditional medicine to treat diabetes. Experiments in animal ... |
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06/02/2012 |
| Epidemiology | |
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Increased fruits and vegetables consumption may be associated with improved oxidative status
Context: This study aimed at assessing correlations between self-reported fruits andvegetables (F&V) consumption and antioxidant status of a community ... |
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03/02/2012 |
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Catechin-enriched tea beverage may induce visceral fat loss in Chinese adults
Study description: A study was conducted to evaluate the effects of catechin- supplemented green tea on visceral fat loss. Study context: A 12-week, ... |
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02/02/2012 |
| Diet, nutrients and ingredients | |
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Honey may have beneficial effects on reproduction in rats exposed to cigarette smoke
Context: The present study was conducted in vivo on male rats in order to assess whether honey exerts beneficial effects on impaired fertility of ... |
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01/02/2012 |
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CLA supplements shown to reduce body fat in overweight and obese subjects
Study context: Evidence from animal studies reveal a body fat reduction effect of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) but data in humans are controversial. ... |
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31/01/2012 |
| Epidemiology | |
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UK: Breakfast cereals are an important source of micronutrients in low-income individuals
Study context: A national survey of materially deprived individuals in the UK showed that breakfast cereal consumption was lower in the low-income ... |
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30/01/2012 |
| Clinical trials | |
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A meta-analysis highlighting beneficial effects of Cinnamon on Fasting Blood Glucose
Context: Benefits of cinnamon on Type 2 diabetic and/or prediabetic patients is unclear. This study aimed at evaluating the effects of Cinnamon on ... |
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26/01/2012 |
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Limited results from whey protein supplementation in women on bone mass and strength
Context: Controversial results on the effects of dietary protein on bone health based on short-term studies let a group of researchers to evaluate the ... |
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25/01/2012 |
| Diet, nutrients and ingredients | |
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Magnesium bioavailability in waters improved with higher serving frequency
Context: The present study aimed at assessing the influence of serving volume and consumption pattern of a mineral water on magnesium absorption in ... |
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24/01/2012 |
| Clinical trials | |
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Flaxseed supplementation may be effective for improving satiety
Context: The objective of the study was to investigate the effect of supplementation with flaxseed fibers on satiety. Study description: Two ... |
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18/01/2012 |
| Epidemiology | |
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Yerba Mate may have a protective effect in postmenopausal women
Study context: Yerba Mate tea consumption is high in South America. This study assessed the association between Yerba Mate consumption and bone ... |
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17/01/2012 |
| Clinical trials | |
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New evidence that sucrose drinks may enhance fat accumulation
Context: In recent years, an increased number of studies assessed the effects of sugar-sweetened beverages on various health outcomes such as obesity, ... |
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16/01/2012 |
| Clinical trials | |
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Mixed-grain diet may maintain cognitive function in adolescents
Study context: Adolescence is a critical period for cognitive development. Furthermore adolescents need to benefit from a good cognitive function as ... |
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12/01/2012 |
| Clinical trials | |
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High protein and caloric diets may improve very low birth weight infants’ growth
Context: This study aimed at determining the effects of high dietary protein and energy intake on the growth and body composition of very low birth ... |
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11/01/2012 |
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Fortified snacks may alleviate micronutrient and zinc deficiencies in adolescent girls
Study context: Zinc plays an important role in various body functions and impacts metabolism of other micronutrients, notably iron and vitamin A. ... |
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