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New Research Unveils: The Impact of a Father’s Diet Before Conception on Child Health

Researchers have found that a father's diet before conception greatly affects his children's health. The artwork shows an allegorical fertilization scene where a fat sperm (colored yellow to symbolize fat) meets the egg (represented as the moon in a starry sky) and lights it up by passing on diet-induced genetic information. Recent research has highlighted...

Study Finds Odd Link Between Depression and Body Temperature

Credit: Pixaby To improve the treatment and prevention of depression, a deeper understanding of the underlying brain and body mechanisms is essential. Interestingly, several studies have suggested a connection between depressive symptoms and body temperature, but their limited sample sizes raise questions about their reliability. In a recent study published in February, researchers from the University of...

Protein Pacing Boosts Intermittent Fasting’s Effectiveness

Properly spacing protein intake while intermittent fasting could be key to unlocking even more benefits from the eating planDepositphotos Time-restricted eating has proven beneficial in several ways. A new study from Arizona State University (ASU) reveals that pairing it with a specific protein intake pattern can enhance weight loss and improve the gut microbiome. Among diet...

The Amazing Biology of Bats

Credit: Canvas Bats are incredible creatures with unique biological traits that enable them to survive and thrive in ways that seem almost impossible. From their rapid heart rates during flight to their remarkable longevity, bats defy many expectations of mammalian biology. Understanding these traits could offer insights into extending human health and lifespan. Bats in Flight When...

The Anti-Inflammatory Impacts of the 5:2 Fasting Regimen Can Be Attributed to a Pair of Proteins

Researchers found that adopting a 5:2 intermittent fasting regimen – consuming normally for five days and abstaining from food for two – shielded against liver inflammation and did not lead to weight gain. They also pinpointed the proteins responsible for this protective effect.

Does Freezing Bread Boost Health? Expert Answers

Credit: Pixaboy Numerous recent TikTok videos assert that freezing bread enhances its nutritional value. Some of these videos reference research supporting these assertions. However, is this dietary advice as reliable as influencers on social media platforms suggest? The underlying science behind this concept is solid, albeit somewhat intricate. However, the actual health benefits may not be...

Optimizing Health with One Meal a Day

Dr. Gundry's approach to health and nutrition is as intriguing as it is effective, especially when it comes to his practice of eating one meal a day (OMAD) during the winter months. In this guide, we'll delve into the rationale behind intermittent fasting, the benefits it offers, and Dr. Gundry's recommendations for optimizing your...

Junk Food Harms Developing Brains, Affecting Long-Term Memory

Junk food eating during adolescence can have a long-term negative effect on memory. Credit: Pixabay New research reveals that consuming a high-fat, high-sugar Western diet during critical brain development years can lead to long-term memory impairment. This impairment is linked to a decrease in a neurotransmitter associated with Alzheimer's disease and isn't reversed by adopting...

The Incrediable Benefits of Eating Four Days a Week

Credit: Canvas Long-Term Health Goals Remson Noire, high raw vegan nutritionist & fitness coach, helping people to lose weight, build muscle, and reverse chronic illnesses through natural means, says: "Eating four days a week may seem extreme to some, but for those who are seeking long-term health benefits, it's a lifestyle choice that can have significant...

Viagra Cuts Alzheimer’s Risk by Over 50%

Credit: Deposithphotos Researchers in the US, through an analysis of medical insurance data combined with laboratory research on the genetic and neurological impacts of sildenafil, an FDA-approved drug for erectile dysfunction often marketed as Viagra, have affirmed the medication's potential in preventing critical proteins in nerve cells from forming harmful tangles, suggesting its potential as...