A study from the University of Michigan has identified a potential new treatment for food allergies in inulin, a naturally occurring plant fiber commonly used as a supplement, a prebiotic in soda, a replacement for sweeteners and for other products and purposes.

Article courtesy of Dr. Joel Kahn, MD, who is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine, one of the world's top cardiologists, a best-selling author, lecturer, and a leading expert in plant-based nutrition and holistic care.

Article courtesy of Dr. Joel Kahn, MD, who is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine, one of the world's top cardiologists, a best-selling author, lecturer, and a leading expert in plant-based nutrition and holistic care.

Cranberries are popular meal additions around Thanksgiving and Christmas, however, recent research published in the journal npj Biofilms and Microbiomes by researchers from the Université Laval and the Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF) suggests that these tart little berries should be included in meals more often, finding that these rich sources of potent beneficial antioxidant activity from various polyphenols, anthocyanins, oligosaccharides, and flavonols may help to cultivate a healthier gut microbiome.

A new study from Trinity College Dublin scientists, sheds light on the complexities of achieving optimal vitamin D status across diverse populations. Despite substantial research on the determinants of vitamin D, levels of vitamin D deficiency remain high. The study was recently published in the journal Clinical Nutrition.