Monthly Archives: November 2021
Gut Bacteria May Point to Early Detection of Colon Cancer
“New research (from University of Washington School of Medicine) suggests that the presence of certain bacteria in a gut biome may be an indicator of colon polyps that will become cancerous.”
Phthalate and novel plasticizer concentrations in food items from U.S. fast food chains: a preliminary analysis
“… these are the first measurements of DEHT in food. Our preliminary findings suggest that ortho-phthalates remain ubiquitous and replacement plasticizers may be abundant in fast food meals.”
Effect of Long-Term Marine Omega-3 Fatty Acids Supplementation on the Risk of Atrial Fibrillation
“In RCTs examining cardiovascular outcomes, marine omega-3 supplementation was associated with an increased risk of AF. The risk appeared to be greater in trials testing >1g/d.”