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Circulating trimethylamine N-oxide in association with diet and cardiometabolic biomarkers: an international pooled analysis

07/04/2021

Yang J J ,Shu X,Herrington D M et al, 07 April 2021 ,Circulating trimethylamine N-oxide in association with diet and cardiometabolic biomarkers: an international pooled analysis , The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition , doi: https://doi.org/10.1093/ajcn/nqaa430 ABSTRACT Background...

Nutritional Viewpoints on Eggs and Cholesterol

25/02/2021

Michihiro Sugano 1,2,3 and Ryosuke Matsuoka ,25 February 2021 ,Nutritional Viewpoints on Eggs and Cholesterol ,Foods 2021 ,doi: https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/10/3/494 Abstract: Although most current epidemiologic studies indicate no significant association between consuming one egg daily...

Prospective associations of protein intake parameters with muscle strength and physical performance in community-dwelling older men and women from the Quebec NuAge cohort

08/02/2021

Hengeveld, L.M., Chevalier, S., Visser, M., Gaudreau, P., Presse, N., 29 January 2021, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, doi: https://doi.org/10.1093/ajcn/nqaa360 Abstract: Background Dietary protein has been related to muscle function in aging. Beyond total intake, parameters...

A positive effect of egg consumption on macular pigment and healthy vision: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials

02/02/2021

Sikaroudi, M.K., Saraf-Bank, S., Clayton, Z.S., Soltani, S., 24 January 2021, J Sci Food Agric., https://doi.org/10.1002/jsfa.11109. Abstract Background: Increasing macular pigment optical density (MPOD) as a result of increased macular concentration of lutein and zeaxanthin may reduce the...

No association between consumption of eggs with energy or macronutrient intake: Objective evidence from the remote food photography method

02/02/2021

Dhanasekara, C.S., Dawson, J.A., Martin, C.K., Dhurandhar, N.V., 15 January 2021, Diabetes Metab Syndr., https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dsx.2021.01.010 Abstract Background and aims: Greater egg consumption is associated with poor glycemic control. However, greater egg intake could simply be a...

Critical nutrients for brain development in infants and children

23/09/2020

Halnan, B., 23 September 2020, Critical nutrients for brain development in infants and children, Journal of Health Visiting, https://doi.org/10.12968/johv.2020.8.9.376 Abstract The UK Department of Health publishes detailed recommendations for supplements during pregnancy and the postnatal...

Evaluating current egg consumption patterns: Associations with diet quality, nutrition and health status in the UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey

17/09/2020

Gibson S., Gray J. Abstract Dietary habits are constantly evolving with changes in culture, economics and the food supply. In the UK, red meat intakes have been declining for more than a decade, while egg consumption has increased in tandem with interest in healthy, sustainable diets. To...

Iodine status during pregnancy and at 6 weeks, 6, 12 and 18 months post‐partum

29/06/2020

Aakre, I., Morseth, M.S., et al. 1 INTRODUCTION Iodine is a micronutrient and an essential component of the thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones regulate a wide range of cellular and physiological functions and are essential for normal child growth and development. Therefore, thyroid hormone...

Selenium, Selenoproteins and Viral Infection

04/09/2020

Guillin, O.M., Vindry, C., Ohlmann, T., et al. Abstract Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are frequently produced during viral infections. Generation of these ROS can be both beneficial and detrimental for many cellular functions. When overwhelming the antioxidant defense system, the excess of...

Energy Intake and Satiety Responses of Eggs for Breakfast in Overweight and Obese Adults—A Crossover Study

03/08/2020

Keogh, B.J. and Clifton, M.P. Abstract The type of food eaten for breakfast may determine the amount of food consumed at the next meal. This may be important when considering dietary advice for overweight and obese individuals who are trying to lose weight. The aim of the study was to...