Zinc reduces ‘wear and tear’ on DNA

“In the absence of sufficient zinc, our ability to repair everyday wear and tear on our DNA is compromised. In the randomized, controlled, six-week study the scientists measured the impact […]

STUDY: Diet induced clinical improvement in IBD

Study Conclusion: “SCD therapy in IBD is associated with clinical and laboratory improvements as well as concomitant changes in the fecal microbiome.” [1] “Suskind suspects that IBD is caused when […]

Common food additive promotes colon cancer in mice

“Emulsifiers, which are added to most processed foods to aid texture and extend shelf life, can alter intestinal bacteria in a manner that promotes intestinal inflammation and colorectal cancer, according […]

Overweight affects DNA methylation

“The extra pounds you gain during the holidays will not only show up on your hips but will also affect your DNA. This is the result of a large-scale international […]

Lab confirms vitamin D link to autism traits

“The study found that pregnant women with low vitamin D levels at 20 weeks’ gestation were more likely to have a child with autistic traits by the age of six. […]