Category: Nutrition
Scientists Draw Inspiration from Insect Wings for Novel Antibacterial Packaging
Scientists, drawing insight from the ability of certain insects’ wings to kill bacteria, have created food packaging that significantly improves shelf life and cuts waste, according to a new …A Diet Rich in Flavanols May Lower High Blood Pressure in Those Resistant to Regular Treatment Options
Key Takeaways: 47% of U.S. adults (116 million) have high blood pressure (≥149/90), with 10–30% resistant to standard treatments. Consuming flavanol-rich foods (tea, cocoa, berries, apples) reduces systolic BP …
A Japanese Study Shows That Buckwheat Liquor and Quercetin Can Both Induce Autophagy
Medicinally, Asia is a continent of blessed roots. The Chinese and Japanese most especially, are very intentional with their herbs and seeds as food. They also successfully brought these …
Study Confirms Longevity and Health Benefits of Calorie Restriction
Have you been looking for a way to live longer while also enjoying good health? Calorie restriction might offer a way out, according to new research published in Science. …Researchers Find Viral Proteins Collaborate to Bring Down Plants’ Defense “Shields”
A new study has provided fresh insights into how viruses damage plants with the aid of viral proteins. Findings could help in developing tactics to prevent significant losses that …
New Fish Flow Study Provides Insights for Sustainable Fisheries Management
A newly-published study has brought together researchers across multiple fields to provide first-time insights into the flow of fish, both naturally and commercially. Most species of fish in the …
Purdue University: Heavy Metal Contamination Causes Leafy Greens to Turn Purple
When contaminated with heavy metals, the color of leafy greens turns purple but this cannot be seen by humans. Researchers have succeeded in detecting this change with the aid …