NED Alert
Nutrition Evidence Database – Poor Sleep Affects Food Choices
A new study shows that a poor night of SLEEP affects our food choices. We are hungrier, eat bigger portions, experience food cravings, and tend to reward ourselves with sweet treats. All BANT...
Nutrition Evidence Database – Yerba Mate Tea Demonstrates Protective Effects Against Hardening of the Arteries
YERBA MATE, a popular tea drunk in south and central America, demonstrates protective effects against hardening and thickening of the arteries, in a scientific study. The study has been BANT enhanced...
Nutrition Evidence Database – Call for Vitamin D Status to be Checked in Ulcerative Colitis Patients
Leading researchers in a new study call for all patients with ULCERATIVE COLITIS to be tested for their VITAMIN D status and to have their levels optimised if required. Disease activity was reduced...
Nutrition Evidence – Probiotics Taken When Stressed Can Buffer Cognition Effects
Do you feel that your emotional control and your memory is affected during STRESSFUL periods? A small study shows that taking a PROBIOTIC supplement during times of stress can help buffer the...
Nutrition Evidence Database – Vitamin D Supplementation Pregnancy Benefits
A new systematic review on Nutrition Evidence looks at VITAMIN D supplementation and PREGNANCY outcomes. The findings suggest that Vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy can have positive...
Nutrition Evidence – Gluten Sensitivity Association with Co-ordination, Balance and Speech Difficulties
A review finds an association between difficulties with coordination, balance and speech and/or peripheral nerve damage of unknown origin and gluten sensitivity. The study has been BANT...
Nutrition Evidence Database Enhanced Paper – Highest Total Fibre Relates to Reduced Ovarian Cancer Risk
More reasons to eat your VEGETABLES! A paper summarising the findings of 13 studies concludes that women with the highest TOTAL FIBRE intake have a 22% reduced risk of developing OVARIAN cancer...
Nutrition Evidence Database – Eating Alone Reduces Diet Quality Versus Eating in Company
Invite your friends over for dinner! A study shows that eating alone significantly reduces diet quality compared to eating in company. It is not just about making the right food choices, but...