New CMS models could reshape the landscape for lifestyle medicine practice and reimbursement ++++ ++++

New CMS models could reshape the landscape for lifestyle medicine practice and reimbursement https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251212/New-CMS-models-could-reshape-the-landscape-for-lifestyle-medicine-practice-and-reimbursement.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) applauds two new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) models that could significantly reshape the landscape for lifestyle medicine practice and reimbursement. Plant-based diets support healthy growth when properly planned for children https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251212/Plant-based-diets-support-healthy-growth-when-properly-planned-for-children.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 Plant-based diets support healthy growth when properly planned for childrenVegetarian and vegan diets can support healthy growth when carefully planned with appropriate supplementation, finds a major new meta-analysis – the most comprehensive study to-date of plant-based diets in children. Lowering blood sugar reduces heart risk in prediabetes https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251212/Lowering-blood-sugar-reduces-heart-risk-in-prediabetes.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 Lowering blood sugar levels halves the likelihood of serious heart problems in people with prediabetes. Frequency and quantity of alcohol consumption influence cancer risk https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251211/Frequency-and-quantity-of-alcohol-consumption-influence-cancer-risk.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 As Americans gear up for the holiday season, new research offers a timely reminder to reflect on the long-term health effects of raising a celebratory glass – or two. New research reveals underestimation of food insecurity https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251213/New-research-reveals-underestimation-of-food-insecurity.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 New research reveals underestimation of food insecurityBefore you can address a problem, you need to understand its scope. That's why the United Nations developed the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification System. Aid organizations rely on analyses from this global partnership, which monitors and classifies the severity of food insecurity to help target assistance where and when it is most needed. How Traditional Chinese Medicine may reshape the gut microbiome to ease insulin resistance in PCOS https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251216/How-Traditional-Chinese-Medicine-may-reshape-the-gut-microbiome-to-ease-insulin-resistance-in-PCOS.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 How Traditional Chinese Medicine may reshape the gut microbiome to ease insulin resistance in PCOSThis review synthesizes evidence that gut microbiota dysbiosis contributes to insulin resistance and symptom severity in polycystic ovary syndrome through impaired barrier function, inflammation, and altered microbial metabolites. It evaluates how Traditional Chinese Medicine may modulate these pathways while highlighting major gaps in clinical validation, safety, and standardization. Many parents struggle to navigate conversations about nutrition with teens https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251215/Many-parents-struggle-to-navigate-conversations-about-nutrition-with-teens.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 As teens gain more independence in their food choices, many parents struggle to navigate conversations about nutrition -which could be especially important during the holidays, when celebrations often center around meals. Indiana University physician joins FDA panel on male hormone therapy https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251212/Indiana-University-physician-joins-FDA-panel-on-male-hormone-therapy.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 Indiana University physician joins FDA panel on male hormone therapyHelen Bernie, DO, MPH, assistant professor of urology at Indiana University School of Medicine, will participate in an expert panel on testosterone replacement therapy and men's health to be held Wednesday, Dec. 10, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Bernie's role on the panel is that of a clinical expert on men's reproductive health, which is the focus of both her practice and academic research.

High fructose intake increases fatty liver risk ++++ +++

High fructose intake increases fatty liver risk https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251216/High-fructose-intake-increases-fatty-liver-risk.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 High fructose intake increases fatty liver riskExcessive fructose intake from soft drinks is linked to liver damage and NAFLD. Lifestyle modifications are essential for effective prevention and treatment. Unnecessary gluten-free diets may put children at risk https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251215/Unnecessary-gluten-free-diets-may-put-children-at-risk.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 Unnecessary gluten-free diets may put children at riskUnderstanding gluten-related disorders is crucial for pediatric nutrition, as gluten-free diets can pose health risks without appropriate medical supervision. A new trial investigates whether the MIND diet can be scaled for obesity management https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251214/A-new-trial-investigates-whether-the-MIND-diet-can-be-scaled-for-obesity-management.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 A new trial investigates whether the MIND diet can be scaled for obesity managementThis study protocol outlines a 12-week randomized trial testing whether a MIND diet intervention is feasible, acceptable, and sustainable for adults with obesity in Sweden. It will generate preliminary evidence on adherence, mental well-being, and gut microbiota changes to inform larger efficacy trials. Scientists map how cinnamon’s bioactives interact with cancer signaling https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251215/Scientists-map-how-cinnamone28099s-bioactives-interact-with-cancer-signaling.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 Scientists map how cinnamon’s bioactives interact with cancer signalingThis review synthesizes preclinical evidence showing that cinnamon-derived compounds can modulate inflammation, oxidative stress, apoptosis, and angiogenesis through multiple cancer-related signaling pathways. While biologically plausible, the findings are largely limited to cell and animal models, underscoring the need for pharmacokinetic, safety, and clinical validation. Swapping high-carb snacks for tree nuts cuts food cravings in young adults at metabolic risk https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251214/Swapping-high-carb-snacks-for-tree-nuts-cuts-food-cravings-in-young-adults-at-metabolic-risk.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 Swapping high-carb snacks for tree nuts cuts food cravings in young adults at metabolic riskDaily replacement of typical high-carbohydrate snacks with mixed tree nuts for 16 weeks reduced cravings for sweets and fast foods in young adults with early metabolic syndrome risk. This dietary swap improved overall diet quality, measured by the Healthy Eating Index, without increasing body weight or altering short-term glycaemic markers. How ultra-processed foods shape Crohn’s disease risk and what dietary strategies can really help https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251211/How-ultra-processed-foods-shape-Crohne28099s-disease-risk-and-what-dietary-strategies-can-really-help.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 How ultra-processed foods shape Crohn’s disease risk and what dietary strategies can really helpThis narrative review synthesizes evidence showing that higher intake of ultra-processed foods is consistently associated with increased Crohn’s disease risk, with mechanistic pathways implicating emulsifiers, carrageenan, maltodextrin, titanium dioxide, sweeteners and salt. It also highlights that minimally processed dietary strategies, including EEN and CDED, show therapeutic promise, particularly in pediatric Crohn’s disease. What happens to your body during an ultramarathon? New study reveals key metabolic changes https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251210/What-happens-to-your-body-during-an-ultramarathon-New-study-reveals-key-metabolic-changes.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 What happens to your body during an ultramarathon? New study reveals key metabolic changesThis study tracked ultramarathon runners across 100 km, 160.9 km, and 230 km events to examine real-world metabolic, hormonal, and muscle stress responses. Severe energy deficits, muscle damage, and heterogeneous hormonal shifts were observed, with the greatest strain seen in the 230 km distance.

What happens to your body when you eat takeaway food too often? +++++

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251211/What-happens-to-your-body-when-you-eat-takeaway-food-too-often.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 New evidence reveals how frequent takeaway meals elevate dietary inflammation and quietly reshape key metabolic risk factors, underscoring why reducing high-frequency takeaway habits could meaningfully improve long-term heart and metabolic health. What drinking kefir really does to your gut and oral microbiome A comprehensive review of human studies reveals that kefir can alter certain gut and oral bacteria. However, inconsistent results and small trials mean its true health impact remains an open scientific question. https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251215/What-drinking-kefir-really-does-to-your-gut-and-oral-microbiome.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 How much omega-3 do you need daily? New global review reveals DHA and EPA requirements https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251210/How-much-omega-3-do-you-need-daily-New-global-review-reveals-DHA-and-EPA-requirements.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 Global and national guidelines for long-chain omega-3 intake vary widely across life stages, with many countries lacking clear recommendations. Most authorities advise at least 250 mg/day of EPA and DHA, yet population intakes remain far below optimal levels. How specific foods reshape oxidative stress responses during and after high-intensity trainingHow specific foods reshape oxidative stress responses during and after high-intensity training https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251211/How-specific-foods-reshape-oxidative-stress-responses-during-and-after-high-intensity-training.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 Carbohydrate-rich foods blunt acute oxidative stress during fasted high-intensity exercise, while polyphenol-rich foods accelerate early recovery by reducing post-exercise ROS. Findings highlight how nutrient timing shapes redox responses in sedentary young women undergoing resistance-circuit HIIT. White bread vs wholegrain: which one is actually better for your health?White bread vs wholegrain: which one is actually better for your health? https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251211/White-bread-vs-wholegrain-which-one-is-actually-better-for-your-health.aspx?utm_source=news_medical_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nutrition_newsletter_18_december_2025 This review dispels common myths about white and wholegrain bread by examining their composition processing and health effects. It concludes that while wholegrain breads offer added benefits white bread remains a safe affordable and nutritionally meaningful staple when fortified.

Comparison of vasopressin-first weaning versus norepinephrine-first weaning in critically ill patients. Maram Alshreef, Hanin AbaAlkhayl, Qoot Almdainy, Abdulaziz Alshammari, Shahad Alajmi, Shatha Alruwaite, Ebtisam Alqahtani, Reema Almalke, Tagreed Alonazi International Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2025 December 5

https://read.qxmd.com/read/41347381/comparison-of-vasopressin-first-weaning-versus-norepinephrine-first-weaning-in-critically-ill-patients?uac=148436CN&ecd=wnl_readmost_251226&sso=true&redirected=slug Comparison of vasopressin-first weaning versus norepinephrine-first weaning in critically ill patients. Septic shock is a critical condition requiring vasopressor support and mechanical ventilation. The sequence of vasopressor weaning may affect clinical outcomes,.. Dec 5, 2025: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Rab23 GTPase and IFT43 regulate the trafficking of prostaglandin E receptor 4 to primary cilia. Yewei Chen, Yating Zhou, Yao Qi, Tingting Miao, Jianan Shi, Daqing Jin, Tao P Zhong Communications Biology 2025 December 10

https://read.qxmd.com/read/41372612/rab23-gtpase-and-ift43-regulate-the-trafficking-of-prostaglandin-e-receptor-4-to-primary-cilia?uac=148436CN&ecd=wnl_readmost_251226&sso=true&redirected=slug Rab23 GTPase and IFT43 regulate the trafficking of prostaglandin E receptor 4 to primary cilia. Primary cilia are crucial organelles involved in various cellular signaling pathways. Prostaglandin E receptor 4 (EP4), a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR), loc.. Dec 10, 2025: Communications Biology

What is the impact of nutrition interventions on incidence of anastomotic leak after colorectal surgery? A systematic review of randomized trials. Leslee Hasil, Andrew Milks, Angelea Panagakos, Dominique Engel, Emily Jaeger-McEnroe, Chelsia Gillis European Journal of Surgical Oncology 2025 December 4

https://read.qxmd.com/read/41401601/what-is-the-impact-of-nutrition-interventions-on-incidence-of-anastomotic-leak-after-colorectal-surgery-a-systematic-review-of-randomized-trials?uac=148436CN&ecd=wnl_readmost_251226&sso=true&redirected=slug What is the impact of nutrition interventions on incidence of anastomotic leak after colorectal surgery? A systematic review of randomized trials. Nutrition-related factors have been associated with increased incidence of anastomotic leak (AL) following colorectal surgery; however, specific perioperative n.. Dec 4, 2025: European Journal of Surgical Oncology

Early CAR T-cell therapy in relapsed/refractory large B-cell lymphoma is associated with lower hematotoxicity burden. Vanja Zeremski, Enver Aydilek, Akhil Behringer, Franziska Brunner, Tobias Ronny Haage, Mathias Haenel, Igor Age Kos, William Hermann Krueger, Georg Lenz, Vadim Lesan, Jessica Schneider, Christian R Schultze-Florey, Evgenii Shumilov, Thomas Weber, Gerald Georg Wulf, Vladan Vucinic, Dimitrios Mougiakakos Blood Advances 2025 December 18

https://read.qxmd.com/read/41411524/early-car-t-cell-therapy-in-relapsed-refractory-large-b-cell-lymphoma-is-associated-with-lower-hematotoxicity-burden?uac=148436CN&ecd=wnl_readmost_251226&sso=true&redirected=slug Early CAR T-cell therapy in relapsed/refractory large B-cell lymphoma is associated with lower hematotoxicity burden. Dec 18, 2025: Blood Advances