foodismedicine
cacao
nutraceuticals
antioxidants
vitamind
nutrients
News & Articles By Coco Somers
05/12/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Hazelnuts: Nutritional Profile, Health Effects, and Ethical Sourcing Considerations
Hazelnuts are the second-largest tree nut crop globally by economic value, according to agricultural data. [1] The nuts, also known as filberts or cobnuts, are produced primarily in Turkey, which accounts for approximately 75 percent of the world’s supply. [2] This article examines the nutritional composition, health outcome associations, production ethics, and culinary applications of […]
05/12/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Study Links Five Nutrients to Lower Dementia Risk Among Older Adults
Study Overview A new study published in May 2026 has identified five dietary nutrients associated with a reduced risk of dementia among older adults. Researchers followed more than 6,200 U.S. adults aged 50 and older for seven years. [1] The study analyzed 101 dietary nutrients using food frequency questionnaires and cognitive assessments, then created composite […]
05/12/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Study: Fermented Foods Linked to Lower Inflammation in Adults Under 65, But Sodium May Offset Benefits for Older Adults
A study involving nearly 18,000 Korean adults has found that higher consumption of fermented foods is associated with lower levels of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), a key marker of systemic inflammation, in adults aged 20 to 64. However, for adults aged 65 and older, the anti-inflammatory benefit was diminished when sodium intake was high, according […]
05/11/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Study: Mediterranean Diet Linked to 29% Lower Gastric Cancer Risk
Introduction A systematic review and meta-analysis published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition found that high adherence to the Mediterranean diet was associated with a 29% lower risk of gastric cancer, according to an article on mindbodygreen.com [1]. The analysis included 11 studies and data from over 1.3 million participants, the researchers reported. The findings add to […]
05/10/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Study Links Vitamin K1 Intake to Reduced COPD Risk, Improved Lung Function
A large observational study analyzing data from more than 179,000 UK Biobank participants over a median of 10.5 years found that higher dietary intake of vitamin K1 was associated with a 16% lower risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study also reported better performance on lung function tests among those with the […]
05/10/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Study Links Flavanol Intake to Slower Memory Decline in Older Adults
A study published in the journal Neurology has linked higher dietary intake of antioxidant flavanols with a slower rate of memory decline in older adults. The research was led by Thomas Holland, MD, of Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and included 961 participants with an average age of 81 who were followed for an […]
05/10/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Coconut Water Consumption Linked to Reduced Gut Inflammation, Study Finds
A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with 95 participants found that daily consumption of fresh coconut water for eight weeks led to an 88% improvement in gut inflammation symptoms among those with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis, according to researchers. The study reported a 53% clinical remission rate in the coconut water group compared to 28% in […]
05/10/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Research Connects Dietary Fiber Intake to Cellular Energy Production Through Gut Microbiome
Key Research Findings A scientific explanation links the consumption of dietary fiber to the fundamental cellular processes that generate human energy, according to recent research. The connection operates not directly, but through the intermediary role of the gut microbiome, the community of bacteria residing in the human digestive tract. Stanford professor and protein chemist Daria […]
05/10/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Coconut Flour: Nutritional Profile, Benefits, and Use in Gluten-Free Baking
Coconut flour, a byproduct of coconut milk production, is made from dried coconut meat that is ground into a soft, light powder, according to dietitian-nutritionist Dana K. Monsees, CNS, LDN, as reported by Michelle Konstantinovsky on mindbodygreen. [3] The flour is naturally gluten-free and has a subtly sweet flavor, which holistic nurse practitioner Victoria Albina, […]
05/10/2026
/
By Coco Somers
Fiber-Rich Foods Cited as Effective for Relieving Constipation, Study Data Shows
Constipation Affects Up to 20% of U.S. Adults Chronic constipation affects an estimated 20% of the general adult population in the United States, according to published data cited in clinical reports. Symptoms include fewer than three bowel movements per week, hard or lumpy stools and a sensation of incomplete evacuation, as defined by standard clinical […]
« Previous Page
18 of 31
Next Page »
Get Our Free Email Newsletter
Get independent news alerts on natural cures, food lab tests, cannabis medicine, science, robotics, drones, privacy and more.
Your privacy is protected.
Subscription confirmation required.
Popular Articles
Get Our Free Email Newsletter
Get independent news alerts on natural cures, food lab tests, cannabis medicine, science, robotics, drones, privacy and more.
Subscription confirmation required.
We respect your privacy
and do not share emails with anyone. You can easily unsubscribe at any time.
COPYRIGHT © 2017 NUTRIENTS NEWS
Privacy Policy
Get Our Free Email Newsletter
Get independent news alerts on natural cures, food lab tests, cannabis medicine, science, robotics, drones, privacy and more.
Subscription confirmation required.
We respect your privacy
and do not share emails with anyone. You can easily unsubscribe at any time.
Close
x
By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies and our
Privacy Policy
.
Agree and close