Research Papers

This is a longitudinal study that examined the long-term effects of an oligoantigenic diet on ADHD symptoms in children and…

This systematic review examined the effects of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acid supplementation (combined) on emotional and behavioural…

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women and represents a major cause of cancer-related morbidity…

This study is a population-based prospective cohort study that investigated whether preparing meals at home is associated with a reduced…

Diet quality plays an important role in cardiovascular health, and diets rich in whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes…

Vitamin D plays an important role in bone development, calcium regulation, and immune function. Preterm infants are at high risk of deficiency because…

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a common type of antidepressant drugs that work by stopping the brain from taking…

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by difficulties in social communication, along with…

Microorganisms are increasingly understood to play a role in how cancer develops, progresses, and responds to treatment. This experimental study…

This study is a randomised controlled trial conducted in the United States that examined whether a structured lifestyle program improves…

Infertility affects millions of couples globally and is a growing public health issue. While assisted reproductive technologies such as in vitro…

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition in children and is associated with…

Inflammatory bowel disease is a chronic condition of the gastrointestinal tract driven by interactions between genetics…

Current treatments for depression include antidepressant medication, psychotherapy, or both, but they are not effective for everyone…

Colorectal cancer is a common and serious disease, and while early detection improves outcomes, advanced stages remain difficult…

Pregnancy involves substantial physiological changes that increase nutritional demands and highlight the importance of maternal diet…

Obesity is a major global health concern, affecting a large proportion of adults and contributing to increased risk of chronic diseases…

This prospective cohort study examined whether long-term consumption of caffeinated coffee, decaffeinated coffee, and tea…

Anxiety and depression are common mental health conditions that often occur together. Their co-occurrence is associated with greater disease…

This study is a randomized controlled trial which examined whether a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD), which is a short, structured, low-calorie…

Diet and lifestyle play an important role in maintaining health and preventing chronic disease, including cognitive decline. Emerging evidence suggests…

This study is a narrative review of observational and experimental evidence that looked at prenatal zinc deficiency as a potential non-genetic…

The gut microbiome has been linked to several cardiometabolic conditions including obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease (CVD)…

Microplastics are now widely distributed in the environment, with exposure to humans occurring through ingestion, inhalation…

Psychiatric treatment has traditionally focused on pharmacological and psychology approaches, however growing evidence suggests…

This study is a narrative review that looks at and describes how stress is a physiological and psychological response that can be either adaptive…

During the COVID-19 pandemic, widespread school closures and social distancing measures significantly altered children’s daily routines…

This study examined dietary exposure to pesticides from fruit and vegetable consumption and explored whether greater dietary exposure…

Dietary components such as prebiotic fibers, omega-3 fatty acids, and synbiotics may influence immune function and reduce chronic…

Depression and anxiety are among the most common mental health conditions globally and contribute significantly to reduced quality…

Athletic performance is influenced by the ability to adequately consume, digest, and absorb nutrients. As a result, research…

High intake of sugar is extremely common in many diets worldwide and is increasingly discussed in public health policy, including debates…

The rising use of social media, video games, and mobile devices among adolescents has coincided with increasing rates of mental health…

Serotonin, or 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT), is a key neurotransmitter involved in many physiological processes in both the central and peripheral…

Tree nuts are nutrient-dense foods that provide unsaturated fats, fiber, plant protein, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive phytochemicals…

Smartphone and screen use are widespread among children and adolescents. By age 12, most children own a smartphone and many…

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common cancers in the United States. Rates have risen among adults younger than 55 years since…

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is the most common chronic liver condition worldwide, ranging from fat…

The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis is the body’s primary system for responding to stress and coordinating signals between…

This study was a 20-year prospective longitudinal experimental study in rhesus monkeys that examined whether prenatal exposure to…

This study is a controlled experiment designed to assess the effects of regular basketball training on hormone levels and blood parameters…

Some literature suggests that excess visceral fat and metabolic dysfunction may worsen inflammatory bowel disease, and emerging evidence…

During the COVID-19 pandemic, some individuals reported persistent symptoms weeks or months after acute infection with SARS-CoV-2…

Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease represent a growing public health concern worldwide, prompting interest in lifestyle factors that may help…

Perimenopause describes the transition period before menopause and the first year after menstruation stops, during which declining ovarian…

This study is a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies that examined the relationship between physical activity and the…

This study is a systematic review and meta-analysis that examined the association between the ketogenic diet and mental health outcomes in adults…

Cardiometabolic diseases (CMDs), including cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes, remain major contributors to illness and death…