Someone's glucose levels being too high can be a major problem. This can cause many health issues. It can even lead to diabetes. This talks about how rare sugars can actually help lower levels. It's funny to think of sugars being good for you but this explains it in a more understandable way.

Key Takeaways:

• There are natural sugars that can replace sucrose (normal sugar) to improve diet without much sacrifice to flavor. These are called "rare sugars."
• Some rare sugars can be manufactured from ingredients we already have in abundance, like allulose can be made from high fructose corn syrup.
• Experiments performed on rats showed that rare sugar intake is similarly desirable to the test animals, but resulted in considerably less body mass gain.

"In an era when the label “natural” hits a sweet spot with consumers, some uncommon sugars emerging on the market could live up to the connotation."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://Knowridge.com/2017/03/how-rare-sugars-might-help-control-blood-glucose/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmE1ZjVlMDc0YzcwMWFjZWI6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNFWRReUAx-QV_H4GXYY4tKrWi5olg

Years of smoking takes its toll on the body. Many develop COPD, which causes mucous buildup in the lungs that blocks airflow, can also trap bacteria in the lungs that can lead to serious lung infections. The most common culprit is Haemophilus influenzae. Scientists have known for a while that foods high in omega-3 fatty acids are good for us, but they only just recently discovered that it is because of their anti-inflammatory properties. A new study is using omega-3s to reduce inflammation in COPD patients and lessen their chances of developing an infection.

Key Takeaways:

• Compounds derived from omega-3 fatty acids – like those found in salmon – might be the key to helping the body combat lung infections, according to researchers at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry.
• The omega-3 derivatives were effective at clearing a type of bacteria called Nontypeable Haemophilus influenzae (NTHi), which often plagues people with inflammatory diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• COPD, which is most often caused by years of smoking, is characterized by inflammation and excessive mucus in the lungs that blocks airflow.

"If we can figure out how to predict who is likely to get an infection, physicians could put them on a preventative medication."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://Knowridge.com/2017/02/omega-3-fatty-acids-may-reduce-bacterial-lung-infections-associated-with-copd/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZmMDFkMTU2YWMzMmQ5OTU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNGjdZEcJaoaLzLP2C-1ZiwLeG26NQ

There is a question on whether, or not high protein diets can lower the diabetes risk. A small weight loss study was done and in it, women on a high protein diet lost weight, but they did not see any improvements in insulin sensitivity, which helps lower the risk of getting diabetes.

Key Takeaways:

• A high protein diet in post menopausal women does not prevent diabetes
• Post menopausal women who eat a recommended amount of protein in their diet improve their insulin sensitivity better than those on a high protein diet
• It is unknown why the extra amount of protein does not improve insulin sensitivity. Studies need to be done in men and women already diagnosed with type 2 DM.

"The women who ate the recommended amount of protein saw big benefits in metabolism, led by a 25 to 30 percent improvement in their insulin sensitivity."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://Knowridge.com/2017/02/can-high-protein-diets-lower-diabetes-risk/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZjNGVlYTM1NDU3YmZmOGU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNES_uWT6bgiq7rMaqM43fUOUIlYog

It turns out that fat discovery could ease inflammation for diabetics. Inflammation is a reason many diabetic people experience things like heart attacks and strokes. A possible trigger has been identified though. Over the last 20 years the amount of people with diabetes has gotten very high. There is progress being made to help these people.

Key Takeaways:

• Researchers discovered that when certain immune cells can’t manufacture fat, the mice don’t develop diabetes and inflammation, even when consuming a high-fat diet.
• By blocking the production of fat inside these cells, it may be possible to prevent inflammation in people with diabetes and even in other conditions, such as arthritis and cancer.
• Eliminating inflammation altogether is not the answer to preventing diabetic complications because inflammation is also vital for clearing infectious pathogens from the body and helps wounds heal.

"The researchers also plan to take a look at existing drug compounds that change the lipid composition in cells."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://Knowridge.com/2017/02/fat-discovery-could-ease-inflammation-for-diabetics/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZmMDFkMTU2YWMzMmQ5OTU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNGgi3kU6vU6suRkrcMn1ZeLskWjow

Our diet affects many aspects of our physical and mental health. The mental is what's discussed here. This talks about how what we eat affects our moods and our emotional well being. Read this if you think you might be at risk of such effects yourself so you know what to change.

Key Takeaways:

• You already know that eating plenty of fruits and vegetables is beneficial to your body — but just how important are these foods for your mind?
• Drugs used to be considered alternative choices, but now diet and exercise has been pushed to an alternative role.
• We still have a long way to go to understand the full relationship, but we know that diseases like heart disease or diabetes often co-occur with mood disorders.

"Brains do not live in a vacuum; they play by the same rules as other organs in your body when it comes to being healthy."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://Knowridge.com/2017/02/how-diet-influences-our-mood-and-mental-health/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjFmZmViMTExOGM5Mzg5YTQ6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNEuhR7kUEvxgJMAEZstwwbH7D9r6g

There is a small minority of people that find diet pills helpful along with a diet and exercise program. When it comes to diet pill options, some of the limited prescription options include two drugs that are FDA approved for longer term use for weight loss in general. Some of the over counter remedies include Ephedrine, Chitosan, as well as a few others. However when it comes down due it while drugs offer an answer to part of the weight loss problem, exercise is also a crucial part of weight loss.

Key Takeaways:

• Everyone knows that a combination of diet and exercise is the best way to lose weight. But many of us have tried this, over and over again, without lasting success.
• The Food and Drug Administration treats obesity drugs differently than it does other drugs.
• People report they feel full and more energetic. Because it can increase blood pressure, it must not be used in people with hypertension, and blood pressure must be regularly monitored while using the medication.

"Everyone knows that a combination of diet and exercise is the best way to lose weight. But many of us have tried this, over and over again, without lasting success."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://Knowridge.com/2016/12/can-diet-pills-help-you-lose-weight/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZjNGVlYTM1NDU3YmZmOGU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNHIF55eQ_C9EIgUiAdApZsdBCgIsw

Treating brain injuries and concussions is difficult. However, in clinical experience, aggressively ingesting omega-3 can help a person suffering from these maladies on the road to recovery. It is also used to help with brain surgery recovery. Without the proper amount of omegas, recovery from a traumatic brain injury might not happen.

Key Takeaways:

• The treatment of concussions and traumatic brain injury is a clinical challenge. Clinical studies thus far have failed to identify an effective treatment strategy.
• The article reviews preclinical research and cites three brain injury case studies that resulted from a mining accident, a motor vehicle accident, and a drowning accident
• It is well recognized that n-3FAs are not a drug and not a cure and every situation is different.

"According to emerging science and clinical experience, aggressive intake of omega-3 fatty acids (n-3FA) seems to be beneficial to TBI, concussion, and post-concussion syndrome patients. This research is presented in Concussions, Traumatic Brain Injury, and the Innovative Use of Omega-3s, a review article from the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, official publication of the American College of Nutrition."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://Knowridge.com/2016/12/omega-3-intake-may-aid-in-recovery-of-concussions-and-brain-injury/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjFmZmViMTExOGM5Mzg5YTQ6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNF5veP8J-TFpxjz8VQTLqvDmais_w

Vitamins A and C aren't just good for your health, they affect your DNA too. Researchers at the Babraham Institute and their international collaborators have discovered how vitamins A and C act to modify the epigenetic 'memory' held by cells; insight which is significant for regenerative medicine and our ability to reprogramme cells from one identity to another.

Key Takeaways:

• For regenerative medicine, the holy grail is to be able to generate a cell that can be directed to become any other cell, such as brain cells, heart cells and lung cells.
• Cells with this ability are present in the early embryo (embryonic stem cells, ESC) and give rise to the many different cell types in the body.
• Every different cell type has a unique epigenetic fingerprint, enforcing and maintaining specific patterns of gene expression appropriate to the cell type.

"Vitamins A and C aren’t just good for your health, they affect your DNA too."

Reference:

https://Knowridge.com/2016/11/vitamins-a-and-c-help-erase-cell-memory/

Many researchers have started focusing on the effect certain foods have on weight and metabolism. One such study involves determining how proteins help with weight loss. What they found is that phenylalanine is released when protein is broken down, which then causes the body to release hormones that tell our bodies that they are full. In contrast, low protein diets allow another hormone to be released in excess that tells us we are hungry. This research could someday lead to medications being developed that will help with the growing obesity epidemic.

Key Takeaways:

• Lower estimated glomerular filtration rate, another indicator of poor kidney function, was linked with worse performance on tests of global cognitive function and memory.
• A better understanding of the mechanism by which protein diets cause weight loss could lead to the development of drugs and diets that tackle the growing obesity epidemic.
• In contrast, high levels of the hormone GLP-1 tell us when we have had enough food and tell our bodies to stop eating.

"the precise mechanisms by which phenylalanine suppresses appetite and body weight still need to be determined, and there are likely to be additional mechanisms which are also involved in the beneficial effects of a high protein diet."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://Knowridge.com/2016/11/how-protein-rich-diets-help-lose-weight/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZjNGVlYTM1NDU3YmZmOGU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNGlXNbgTemvTY6qBCrnmI02PXXKSQ

Red wine can help alleviate inflammation in the lungs. A main component in red wine and grapes is resveratrol and studies now show that this compound can help suppress inflammation. Asthma and COPD affect many people worldwide and can even cause death in many. Studies still need to be done to figure out ways to use the compounds in the best way to help the most people who suffer from upper respiratory tract inflammatory diseases.

Key Takeaways:

• A component of red wine and grapes can help control upper respiratory tract inflammatory diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) and middle ear infection
• The findings are published in the online journal Scientific Reports.
• “We showed that an important component in red wine and also grapes called resveratrol can suppress inflammation.”

"A component of red wine and grapes can help control upper respiratory tract inflammatory diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) and middle ear infection"

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://Knowridge.com/2016/11/component-of-red-wine-and-grapes-can-help-reduce-inflammation/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmZmMDFkMTU2YWMzMmQ5OTU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNGQB2GPTd5uJqwPWKtW0aSfu4Xldw