Investigators show that early exposure to a carbohydrate found in breast milk, called 2’FL, positively influences neurodevelopment. In this cohort study of 50 mothers and their babies, investigators analyzed breast milk composition and frequency of feeding at 1 and 6 months of age. Cognitive development was measured at 24 months using the Bayley-III scale, a…

Worldwide, millions of people follow vegan and vegetarian diets for religious, ethical, environmental or economic reasons. While these diets have purported health benefits, they can also lack essential nutrients, such as vitamins B12 and D3, if not well-planned or supplemented correctly. Now, researchers have packed a strawberry-flavored gummy with these vitamins, formulating it without any…

A six-week transition period did not help wearers adjust to »maximal» running shoes, indicating that increased impact forces and loading rates caused by the shoe design do not change over time. The shoes, which feature increased cushioning, particularly in the forefoot region of the midsole, affect runners’ biomechanics, leaving them at increased risk of injury,…

Walnut consumption may offer protection against ulcerative colitis, according to a new study. Through their complex array of natural compounds and phytochemicals, walnuts have been shown to provide a multitude of health benefits, including protection against in?ammation and colon cancer. The latest findings from a study of mice, published in the journal Nutrients, found that…

Adolescents who play contact sports, including football, are no more likely to experience cognitive impairment, depression or suicidal thoughts in early adulthood than their peers, suggests a new study of nearly 11,000 youth followed for 14 years. The study, published this month in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, also found that those who play…

While researchers have found that adding a shelter cat to the family can help lower stress and anxiety for children with autism, a new study shows that joining a family does wonders for the felines, too. «It’s not only important to examine how families of children with autism may benefit from these wonderful companion animals,…

Binge drinking has increased in recent years among older U.S. men but not among older women, according to a new study. The study included 18,794 adults aged 65 years and older who participated in the 2015-2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Binge drinking was defined as consuming 5 or more drinks on the…

A new study suggests that people following a plant-based diet who frequently consumed less-healthful foods like sweets, refined grains and juice showed no heart health benefit compared with those who did not eat a plant-based diet. «Based on these results, it seems that simply following a plant-based or vegetarian diet is not enough to reduce…

More than 8 in 10 Americans (83 percent) say the future of our nation is a significant source of stress, according to the American Psychological Association’s most recent survey report. Following protests over racial injustice sparked by the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police — all set against the backdrop of…

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) exposure may cause menopause to occur two years earlier in women, according to a new study. Known as ‘forever chemicals,’ PFAS are humanmade and used in a wide variety of nonstick and waterproof products and firefighting foams. PFAS chemicals can contaminate drinking water, and it has been estimated that 110…