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Freelance writer on how food & nutrition intersect with chronic conditions. Follow me for the latest research on these conditions and other interesting topics.

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The exact cause of canker sores remains unclear. Possibilities: immune system dysregulation, allergic reactions, diet and nutrient deficien-
cies, infections or microbial imbalances, and certain drugs. #autoimmune #nutrition

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06.02.2026 12:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Insulin Levels Linked To Hot Flashes, Night Sweats In Menopause TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) โ€” Middle-aged women with elevated insulin levels might be in for a tougher menopause experience, a new study says.Women w

Insulin Levels Linked To Hot Flashes, Night Sweats In Menopause
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05.02.2026 03:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Dietary and Sleep Quality Association in Hemodialysis Patients Study shows 84% of dialysis patients have poor sleep, linked to age & education, not diet. Highlights need for sleep management. #KidneyDisease #SleepHealth

Study shows 84% of dialysis patients have poor sleep, linked to age & education, not diet. Highlights need for sleep management. #KidneyDisease #SleepHealth
www.rimpacts.com/rd/p?c=10179... ๐Ÿ“„DOI: doi.org/10.4103/abr....

05.02.2026 05:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Vegetarian Diet Advantageous Over Animal-Based Diet for Kidney Disease Patients with chronic kidney disease often require a low-protein diet, and the type of protein may be important for preventing inflammation and malnutrition.

Vegetarian Diet Advantageous Over Animal-Based Diet for Kidney Disease - goo.gl/alerts/aFC9Sz #GoogleAlerts

05.02.2026 15:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Frontiers | Dietary acid load on the Mediterranean and a vegan diet: a secondary analysis of a randomized, cross-over trial BackgroundEvidence suggests that changes in dietary acid load may influence body weight, and the purpose of this secondary analysis was to assess its role in...

The alkalizing effect of a vegan diet likely promotes weight loss.

#weight #obesity #vegan

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30.01.2026 20:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Eating a Mediterranean-style diet improved brain health in study of Hispanic/Latino adults Research Highlights: Closely following a Mediterranean-style diet โ€” rich in fruits, vegetables, beans, olive oil and some fish and chicken โ€” was associated with improved brain health in a study of His...

Study on 2800 Latinos: For each point increase in the Mediterranean diet score, there was an improvement in white matter integrity (organization and communication within the brain).
Even small improvements in diet improved brain integrity.

#brain #neurology

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30.01.2026 20:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Ybx1 Deficiency Causes ROS-Driven IBD-Like Intestinal Inflammation and Postnatal Lethality https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.64898/2026.01.26.701719v1

28.01.2026 20:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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GLP-1RAs for IBD | Docwire News Use of GLP1 receptor agonists was associated with improved inflammatory bowel disease-related outcomes.

Real-world data presented at #CCCongress26 suggest GLP-1 receptor agonists may improve #InflammatoryBowelDisease outcomes. In IBD, #GLP1 RA use was linked to lower steroid use, hospitalizations, surgery, and mortality, supporting further study. #GISky #IBDSky

29.01.2026 01:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Frontiers | Effects of dietary supplements on androgenetic alopecia: a systematic review and network meta-analysis BackgroundIn recent years, androgenetic alopecia (AGA) has emerged as a significant public health concern due to its high prevalence and progressive nature. ...

Pumpkin seed oil, with its plant sterols and essential fatty acids, has become a natural anti-androgen option. It is particularly suitable for patients who cannot tolerate synthetic anti-androgen drugsโ€ฆ significant improvement in โ€ฆ hair growth. #PCOS www.frontiersin.org/journals/nut...

29.01.2026 15:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What the new nutrition guidelines get wrong about fat New U.S. dietary guidelines promote eating full-fat foods and meats. But experts say nuts and seed oils are better sources of the two crucial fats we need.

โ€ฆ telling people to use saturated fats like butter and other animal fats in place of plant-based unsaturated fats, such as those found in vegetable or seed oils? That goes against years of health researchโ€ฆ www.sciencenews.org/article/nutr...

29.01.2026 14:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Effects of stevia on glycemic and lipid profile of type 2 diabetic patients: A randomized controlled trial Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni) is a natural and healthy alternative sweetener to sugar and artificial sweeteners, which has become important for human diets and food manufactures. In this study, the effects of stevia or sucralose as tea ...

Stevia (pure) in sweetened tea could be an alternative to sucralose in diabetic patients with no effects on blood glucose, HbA1C, insulin and lipid levels.

#diabetes
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29.01.2026 14:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Impact of a High-Fat Diet on Eye Health Background: The increasing prevalence of high-fat diets is associated with a rise in metabolic and neurodegenerative diseases. The retina and retinal pigment epithelium are metabolically active tissues exposed to oxidative stress, making them ...

High-fat dietary patterns affect ocular health through overlapping mechanisms involving disrupted lipid metabolism, chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, and mitochondrial dysfunction. . pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

27.01.2026 00:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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(PDF) THE EFFECT OF SOURSOP LEAF TEA ON REDUCING BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS IN DIABETES MELLITUS PATIENTS PDF | Background: In Indonesia, many people do not pay attention to healthy lifestyles in order to maintain stable blood sugar to prevent diabetes... | Find, read and cite all the research you need on...

Soursop leaf tea can reduce blood sugar in diabetes mellitus sufferers โ€ฆsoursop leaves can improve pancreatic cells by increasing their granulation. The high antioxidants in soursop leaves can reduce free radicals that come from hyperglycemia.

#diabetes

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21.01.2026 17:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Mycophenolate Mofetil Achieves Meaningful Remission in Treatment-Resistant IBD | Docwire News Mycophenolate mofetil may offer a viable treatment option for patients with inflammatory bowel disease who do not respond to conventional therapies.

A meta-analysis suggests #MycophenolateMofetil may be a steroid-sparing option for adults with treatment-resistant #IBD, with ~60% achieving remission early and sustained benefit at 6 months in many patients.
#GISky #IBDSky

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23.12.2025 01:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

IMJ December 2025 #FreeAccess
Brief communication: Top 10 research priorities in inflammatory bowel disease bit.ly/3YmODFU
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23.12.2025 03:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Gut bacteria shift early in inflammatory bowel disease, study reveals Patients experience significant changes in gut bacteria at the onset of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a new international study has foundโ€”offering new hope for earlier diagnosis and future treatments.

Significant shifts in gut bacteria, including a loss of beneficial anaerobes and an increase in oxygen-tolerant oral bacteria, occur at the onset of inflammatory bowel disease. doi.org/hbgp6j

23.12.2025 05:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Facing IBS on the road? Check out our latest guide for managing symptoms effectively while trucking! ๐Ÿšš๐Ÿ Tips just a click away! #foodguideshelp bit.ly/47FjQIQ

03.12.2025 19:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Ritz Crackers sandwiches recalled in 8 states due to undeclared life-threatening allergen Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches sold in eight states have been recalled due to incorrect labeling that could affect anyone with a peanut allergy.

Cases of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches sold in eight states are being recalled due to packs being incorrectly labeled and posing a risk to people with peanut allergies.

03.12.2025 19:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 14    ๐Ÿ” 12    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 4

Wow! Important info.

18.10.2025 04:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Gender Differences in Protein Consumption and Body Composition: The Influence of Socioeconomic Status on Dietary Choices Introduction: Gender differences in eating habits and protein consumption patterns are determined by cultural, socio-economic, and behavioural factors. Men tend to consume more meat, while women prefe...

There is a need to address misconceptions about protein quality, particularly among men, by reformulating plant-based protein as a performance enhancing rather than a restrictive factor.
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17.10.2025 19:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Study: Protein, vit. B1, calcium, and iron intake were positively associated with colorectal cancer; vit. D and copper were positively associated with gastric cancer; and lycopene, vit. B2, calcium, iron, and zinc were positively associated with liver cancer. www.frontiersin.org/journals/nut...

09.10.2025 01:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Diet and Risk for Incident Diverticulitis in Women: A Prospective Cohort Study: Annals of Internal Medicine: Vol 178, No 6 Background: Patients with diverticulitis often attempt to control their diet with a particular focus on avoiding nuts and seeds. However, whether dietary patterns or dietary intake of nuts and seeds a...

Healthy diets were associated with a reduced risk for incident diverticulitis in women. Consumption of nuts and seeds was NOT associated with diverticulitis risk. www.acpjournals.org/doi/10.7326/.... #diverticulitis

09.10.2025 00:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Antiโ€Lupus Plate: Mapping Nutritional Interventions to Inflammatory Pathways in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus A complicated autoimmune illness known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is typified by multiโ€organ dysfunction and ongoing inflammatory processes. Although medication is still the mainstay of man...

The fiber and polyphenolโ€rich food intake presumably favors the gut microbiota and the immune system, relevant in SLE pathophysiology. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

09.10.2025 00:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Antiโ€Lupus Plate: Mapping Nutritional Interventions to Inflammatory Pathways in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus A complicated autoimmune illness known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is typified by multiโ€organ dysfunction and ongoing inflammatory processes. Although medication is still the mainstay of man...

Increasing evidence suggests that diet could play a pivotal role in regulating inflammation and immune responses in chronic disease, including autoimmune disease. In SLE, dietary factors can affect critical molecular pathways contributing to disease pathogenesis. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

09.10.2025 00:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Effect of gluten and wheat on symptoms and behaviours in adults with irritable bowel syndrome: a single-centre, randomised, double-blind, sham-controlled crossover trial IBS patients with self-perceived gluten sensitivity reacted similarly to gluten, wheat, and sham challenges. These findings suggest that expectations played a major role in symptom generation, and tha...

IBS patients with self-perceived gluten sensitivity reacted similarly to gluten, wheat, and sham challenges. โ€ฆ expectations played a major role in symptom generation, and that only some of these patients could benefit from gluten or wheat restriction. www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

08.10.2025 23:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Autoimmune diseases linked to cancers of the digestive tract In a comprehensive study, researchers from the Department of Epidemiology at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Augsburg have provided reliable evidence for a link between chronic inflammatory diseases and the development of tumors in the digestive tract.

Analysis of over 1.5 million patient records indicates that certain autoimmune diseases, such as celiac disease and type 1 diabetes, are linked to increased risk of digestive tract cancers. doi.org/g9wt2n

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For Grantseekers Elevance Health Foundation supports the efforts of community-based nonprofit โ€จorganizations across the country that are improving lives and communities.

Due: 7/31 Elevance Health Foundationโ€™s grantmaking efforts are to demonstrate measurable and positive change in four key focus areas:

Maternal/Infant Health
Food as Medicine
Behavioral Health
Community Resiliency & Disaster Relief
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22.07.2025 20:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Dietary influences on urinary tract infections: unraveling the gut microbiota connection - Food & Function (RSC Publishing) DOI:10.1039/D4FO03271C

โ€ฆ. high alcohol intake frequency increases UTI risk are consistent with existing literature โ€ฆ alcohol consumption impairs immune function and disrupts the gut barrier, leading to increased gut permeability, systemic inflammation โ€ฆ pubs.rsc.org/en/content/a... #urinaryhealth #uti

22.07.2025 00:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Adherence to French dietary guidelines is associated with a reduced risk of mortality in the E3N French prospective cohort - Nutrition Journal Background Diet is a modifiable risk factor for non-communicable diseases which are the major causes of death worldwide. French dietary guidelines, updated in 2017, provide recommendations for a healt...

Regional, high-quality diets, such as the French, Mediterranean Diet, the Nordic diet, and the Japanese-style diet observed inverse associations with all-cause mortality, all-cause, cancer and cardiovascular diseases. #cancer nutritionj.biomedcentral.com/articles/10....

15.07.2025 10:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

These results indicate that quinoa possibly control hyperglycemia and could inhibit the absorption of glucose in the small intestine. Quinoaโ€™s functions include antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-cancer activities, and lowering blood glucose and cholesterol levels. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...

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