Research Papers

Many countries reduced or banned the use of Bisphenol A (BPA) which is a toxic chemical found in the lining of food cans, plastics and receipts. BPA is linked to prostate and breast cancer…

Preventing dementia is a public health priority worldwide due to its high prevalence and the associated financial burden on health systems. Researchers are constantly working to identify…

Kidney cancer is one of the most common cancers in men and the tenth most common in women. The global incidence of kidney cancer is also increasing every year. The known risk factors…

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men and is unfortunately increasingly fatal. This paper looked at whether nutrient status, including both deficiencies and excesses…

Dietary strategies to enhance performance and reduce muscle soreness post exercise has gained attention as naturally occurring phytochemicals and anti-oxidants have shown to have some benefit…

The aim of this study was to examine any possible associations between waterborne nitrate and trihalomethanes and the risk of prostate cancer. Nitrate and trihalomethanes are common…

This cohort study analysed whether treatment-resistant depression (TRD), due to its role in chronic inflammation, could be a risk factor for autoimmune diseases and whether there are any sex-specific…

Anthocyanins, which are water soluble pigments responsible for the red, blue and violet colours in fruits and vegetables, have been shown in literature to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes…

There are currently more than 50 million people globally who live with dementia and this number is expected to triple by 2050. This prospective cohort study analysed the impacts of vitamin D…

The gut-brain axis, which refers to the relationship between the gastrointestinal tract and the brain, is influenced by several factors including microbiota. Microbiota are the micro-organisms that exist…

Research has consistently shown that insomnia is associated with risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), including heart attacks. This study aimed to further assess the role of insomnia…

Risk factors for Parkinson’s disease (PD) are largely genetic, however increasing attention is being paid to environmental factors such as diet and the gastrointestinal tract…

Allergic conditions such as asthma and dermatitis are extremely common and are increasing in prevalence. The purpose of this paper was to examine whether early life antibiotic exposure may contribute…

The purpose of this paper was to evaluate a North American pediatric population to see whether vitamins and minerals have an impact on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and irritability…

Although there has been substantial advances in the understanding, diagnosing and treatment of cancer, the prevalence of this condition is still high. According to epidemiological data…

The researchers of this paper have identified 123 specific physical locations of genes that are associated with the risk of migraine headaches, 86 of which were previously unknown…

A combination of genetic and environmental risk factors contribute to coronary heart disease (CHD), which is responsible for approximately 10% of deaths in Australia per year…

This study provides an alternate theory on the potential cause of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), which is a condition characterized by the accumulation of abnormal proteins in the brain…

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by altered social responsiveness and behaviours. The aetiology of ASD is a combination of genetic and environmental…

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by altered social responsiveness and behaviours. The aetiology of ASD is a combination of genetic and environmental…

Literature has shown that calorie restriction (CR), which is defined as reducing dietary intake of calories, can slow down aging by positively impacting DNA methylation and increasing healthy lifespan…

Binge drinking is the most common pattern of alcohol consumption during adolescent years in western counties. In Australia, close to one third of adolescents aged 19 and below are reported to binge…

Given that diabetes is on the rise, there has been much attention paid to dietary interventions that may be able to help the alarming number of pre-diabetic patients that are rapidly developing diabetes…

The purpose of this paper was to examine whether there is a relationship between dietary patterns before a breast cancer diagnosis and survival rate of breast cancer. The results were calculated…

Ultra-processed foods (UPF) are commonly consumed in many countries and are primarily made up of nutrient void and highly manufactured food such as biscuits, processed meats.

According to this new study led by the University of California San Diego, women over the age of 65 were less likely to develop dementia or mild cognitive impairment if they engaged…

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has been thought to contribute to cognitive decline however the reason why is unclear. This paper explored the hypothesis that NAFLD can alter cognition…

Nitrites and nitrates are common food additives found in processed meat, as well as compounds that naturally occur in soil and water. It is currently unclear whether they exhibit harmful or beneficial…

There is currently no randomized clinical trial that has evaluated the effects of a school-based gardening intervention on the health of children, despite it being increasingly implemented in schools…

Bipolar disorder is characterized by episodes of mood fluctuations which can be manic and depressive. Its pathophysiology is not entirely understood, however, the role of the human gut microbiota…

High-quality sleep is critical to protect overall health and wellbeing. Sleep quality can be defined as an individual’s satisfaction with all aspects of their sleep and a sleep disorder is a disturbance…

A Modified Atkins Diet (MAD) is often trialled as a complementary treatment for drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE) however there is limited research on its efficacy. This study explored if standard drug therapy…

It is estimated that over 95% of Australians are not meeting the recommended daily intake of choline. A choline deficiency is linked with muscle and liver damage, heart disease…

Given there are extremely healthy vegetarian diets, as well as nutrient poor vegetarian diets based on processed meat replacements, it’s important to elucidate whether it’s a vegetarian diet itself…

Vitamin D plays an extremely important role in the functioning of the human body and a deficiency is linked to increased likelihood of many common diseases. The link between vitamin D and skin..

Obesity has increased globally in the last decade, as well as diets that include more processed and less fresh foods. Poor dietary patterns such as high amounts of fast food and nutrient depleted food..

This study has found that eating fast food is associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), also known as liver steatosis a condition where fat builds up in the liver. NAFLD can be..

The World Health Organisation has estimated that approximately 80% of the global population incorporate herbal medicine within healthcare practises, particularly developing..

Herbs and spices are rich in polyphenols which literature has shown can positively influence the human gut and its bacterial environment. There has been approximately 52 phenolic compounds..

Infertility is defined as an inability to conceive after more than one year of unprotected sexual intercourse. Infertility is a major global health concern that impacts 48 million couples worldwide..

The Mediterranean diet has been strongly associated with a reduced risk of mortality and morbidity, such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer. The mediterranean diet is characterized..

Aspartame is an artificial sweetener commonly used as a sugar replacement in low-calorie drinks and foods. It was approved by the FDA in 1981 and has rapidly increased in use since this date..

As the world becomes more conscience of its carbon footprint, there has been a global shift from consuming animal products, especially meat, into plant-based diets as a more environmentally..

Butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid produced in the gut after consuming dietary fiber, is a key energy source for colonocytes, which are cells found in the colon. Butyrate plays an important role..

An animal study that has looked into continued exposure to Allura Red, a common food dye, has found that it may trigger inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative..

As the human population ages, we undergo biological changes that impact the health of our muscles, such as muscle strength, bone density and grip strength. The objective of this systematic review..

Data shows that up to 50% of patients with head and neck cancer have already reported weight loss at the point of being diagnosed. Nutrition therapy during the diagnosis and treatment process..

This paper is a systematic review that analysed the available literature on whether there is a correlation between alcohol consumption and endometriosis. The results show that there is an increased..