CANCER HIJACKS THE MICROBIOME TO GLUT ITSELF ON GLUCOSE
Researchers report leukemia undercuts the normal ability of cells to consume glucose, leaving more glucose available to help feed the growth of cancer cells.… READ MORE…
LINK BETWEEN HUNGER AND MOOD IDENTIFIED
Researchers report a sudden drop in glucose when we are hungry can negatively impact our mood. … READ MORE…
‘GUT SENSE’ IS HARDWIRED, NOT HORMONAL
Researchers report appetite signals cross a single synapse in under 100 milliseconds, relaying information from the gut to the brain much quicker than previously thought.… READ MORE…
WHAT TIME IS IT IN YOUR BODY?
A new blood test can help identify your body’s precise internal time clock in relation to external time. Researchers say the test could help examine the impact of misaligned circadian clocks in a wide range of diseases.… READ MORE…
MARIJUANA FOUND IN BREAST MILK UP TO SIX DAYS AFTER USE
A new study reveals marijuana may be present in breast milk six days after exposure. Researchers report 63% of samples taken from mothers who used cannabis contained traces of THC up to six days after using the drug.… READ MORE…
HOW SLEEP MAY CONTRIBUTE TO ADVERSE WEIGHT GAIN
Researchers report just one night of sleep loss can have a tissue specific impact on metabolism and the regulation of gene expression. The study could explain why those who suffer chronic sleep loss or work shifts are at greater risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes.… READ MORE…
DESTRUCTIVE MECHANISM THAT BLOCKS THE BRAIN FROM KNOWING WHEN TO STOP EATING IDENTIFIED
Researchers report mice fed a high fat diet produce an enzyme called MMP-2, which results in leptin being blocked from binding to its receptors. This, they report, prevents neurons from signaling that the stomach is full. The study suggests blocking MMP-2 may help people with obesity to lose weight.… READ MORE…
LINK BETWEEN GUT BACTERIA AND EATING FOR PLEASURE DISCOVERED
A new study reveals a link between elevates microbiome levels of indole and hedonic eating. Researchers report those with higher levels of indole are more likely to have food addiction and overeating disorders.… READ MORE…
BABY POOP MAY BE A SOURCE OF BENEFICIAL PROBIOTICS
Researchers have developed a probiotic ‘cocktail’ from gut bacteria found in infant feces. They say the ‘cocktail’ could help to increase the body’s ability to produce short chain fatty acids. The probiotic could be used to help those suffering from cancers, autoimmune disorders, obesity, diabetes and other disorders which limit the ability of the body to produce SCFAs naturally. … READ MORE…
POOR SLEEP TRIGGERS VIRAL LONELINESS AND SOCIAL REJECTION
A new study reveals a link between sleep deprivation and heightened feelings of social isolation. Researchers report sleep loss blunts activity in the brain that normally encourages social engagement.… READ MORE…
GOT THE ‘DRUNCHIES’? HOW HEAVY DRINKING AFFECTS DIET
Researchers examine typical eating habits after a night of drinking.…READ MORE…
STUDY OF RETIRED NFL AND NHL PLAYERS DOESN’T FIND EVIDENCE OF EARLY ONSET DEMENTIA
A new study, which involved a small sample of former professional athletes, found no evidence of early onset dementia.… READ MORE..
