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06/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Creatine Boosts Dendritic Cells, May Enhance Cancer Immunotherapy
New research from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) shows that creatine, a compound widely used as a sports supplement, can enhance the activity of dendritic cells, a type of immune cell that helps direct killer T cells to attack tumors. The study, published in the journal iScience, was conducted in mouse models and […]
06/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Daily Avocado Consumption Linked to Lower Dietary Glycemic Load, Study Finds
A six-month randomized controlled trial involving 1,008 adults with overweight or obesity found that consuming one large avocado daily was linked to a significantly lower dietary glycemic load, according to researchers. The study, which was part of the Habitual Diet and Avocado Trial (HAT), assigned participants to either add one large avocado (about 168 grams) […]
06/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Jicama, a Low-Calorie Root Vegetable, Linked to Weight Loss and Gut Health Benefits, Dietitians Say
Jicama (Pachyrhizus erosus), a root vegetable native to Central America, has gained attention among dietitians for its nutritional profile, which may support weight management and digestive health. According to dietitians, the vegetable is low in calories, high in water and fiber and contains prebiotic inulin. Erin Palinski-Wade, a dietitian in New Jersey and author of […]
06/17/2026
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By Coco Somers
5 Dietitian-Approved Ways to Boost Meal Nutrition With Minimal Prep
Simple Nutrition Upgrades Require No Extra Cooking, Dietitian Says Many individuals seeking healthier meals assume that improving nutritional quality requires extensive time, specialty ingredients, or complete dietary overhauls, according to dietitians interviewed for this report. Experts state that simple additions to existing dishes can significantly boost nutrient density without extra cooking effort. Registered dietitian Marlisa […]
06/16/2026
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By Coco Somers
Low Magnesium Intake Linked to Seven Health Risks, Review Finds
A review published in Nutrients identified seven major health concerns associated with low magnesium intake and status, according to a report by registered dietitian nutritionist Molly Knudsen. Magnesium acts as a cofactor in over 600 enzymatic reactions in the body, including those regulating metabolism, muscle contractions, and nerve signaling. According to the review, insufficient magnesium […]
06/16/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Following Dietary Guidelines May Not Provide Sufficient Flavanols for Heart Benefits
A new study published in the journal Food & Function has found that following standard U.S. and U.K. dietary guidelines for fruit and vegetable intake does not reliably deliver the 500 milligrams (mg) per day of flavanols linked to reduced cardiovascular mortality in a major clinical trial. According to the report, fewer than one in […]
06/15/2026
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By Coco Somers
Daily Avocado Consumption Linked to Improved Sleep, Study Finds
Adults who ate one avocado daily for six months reported better sleep than those who ate fewer than two avocados per month, according to a secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial published by researchers at Penn State University. The study, funded by the Avocado Nutrition Center, is the first to link avocado intake to […]
06/15/2026
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By Coco Somers
Vitamin K in Foods: Sources, Benefits, and Considerations
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone health, according to the National Institutes of Health. The nutrient was first identified in the 1920s by Danish researcher Henrik Dam, who observed that chickens fed a cholesterol-free diet developed bleeding tendencies, according to Tieraona Low Dog in the book “Fortify Your Life.” […]
06/14/2026
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By Coco Somers
Clinical Trial Finds Tomato-Soy Juice Reduces Inflammatory Markers in Adults with Obesity
A four-week clinical trial published in the journal Molecular Nutrition & Food Research has found that daily consumption of a tomato-soy juice significantly reduced three pro-inflammatory cytokines in adults with obesity, according to the study report. The randomized crossover trial was conducted at the U.S. Department of Agriculture‘s Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center. Twelve participants […]
06/13/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Early Egg Introduction Linked to Reduced Allergy Risk in Infants
Introducing eggs to infants at six months of age was associated with an 18% reduction in egg allergies overall, according to a study published in JAMA Pediatrics. Among children with eczema, the reduction was nearly 40%. The study analyzed data from about 7,200 one-year-old Australian infants, comparing those who received checkups from 2007–2011 (before guideline […]
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