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Inflammatory proteins in colon increase incrementally with weightA new study finds that two inflammatory proteins in the colon increase incrementally with weight. In individuals with obesity, this was accompanied by activation of precancerous cellular pathways. Source: Tufts University, Health Sciences Campus Increasing vigorous exercise decreases risk of type two diabetes, cardiovascular disease in childhoodPhysical exercise can reduce the risk factors of type two diabetes and cardiovascular disease even in children, a new study shows. In a two-year follow-up of primary school children, sedentary behavior increased the accumulation of risk factors, whereas increasing the amount of vigorous exercise reduced it. This is one of the first follow-up studies to reliably demonstrate these associations in children. Source: University of Eastern Finland Endurance exercise training has beneficial effects on gut microbiota compositionAccording to recent research, endurance exercise training beneficially modifies gut microbiota composition. After six weeks of training, potentially inflammation causing microbes (Proteobacteria) decreased and microbes that are linked to enhanced metabolism (Akkermansia) increased. Source: University of Jyväskylä - Jyväskylän Yliopisto Diets rich in fish oil could slow the spread and growth of breast cancer cells in miceOmega-3 fatty acids, such as those typically contained in fish oil, may suppress the growth and spread of breast cancer cells in mice. Source: Springer Moving location of fruit and vegetables can lead to 15 percent sales increaseMoving location of fruit and vegetables in shops can lead to 15 percent sales increase. Sales increased without any further messaging or marketing. Research suggests a simple 'nudge' can lead to healthier diets for young adults. Findings based on data collected between 2012-17 in a real University campus grocery store. Source: University of Warwick No sweat required: Hypertension treatment mimics effect of exerciseBy studying a chemical produced predominately in the liver, hypertension researchers have found a novel approach to lower blood pressure, even without reducing sodium intake or increasing exercise. Source: University of Toledo Aerobic exercise has antidepressant treatment effectsAn analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials indicates that supervised aerobic exercise has large antidepressant treatment effects for patients with major depression.
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