Review points to effectiveness of keto diet, but also cites wide range of evidence quality
Do ketogenic diets work? A recently published review of scientific evidence on the subject came back with the answer: “Yes, but . . . “
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Mother’s prenatal gut microbiota may predict child behavior: Study
Increased diversity of a mother’s gut microbiota during the third trimester of pregnancy may influence a child’s brain development and behavior, says a new study from Australia.
Study: Vitamin D levels associated with depressive symptoms
A large community sample study has found vitamin D levels are associated with depressive symptomatology due to the vitamin's impact on three specific inflammatory markers.
High caffeine consumption could increase glaucoma risk if genetically prone
Regular high caffeine consumption is associated with a higher risk of developing glaucoma in people with a genetic predisposition to elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), according to a new large-scale study.
EC’s plant preparation stance ‘abandons botanical ambitions,’ says regulatory expert
The European Commission (EC) has been accused of ‘abandoning all ambition on botanicals,’ after a recent evaluation of regulation on nutrition and health claims, concluded ‘further study’ was required.