Nutrition News

A plant-based diet rich in whole grains, vegetable and legumes was associated with a reduced risk for colorectal cancer in a multiethnic cohort of men but varied by race, ethnicity and site of tumor, according to research in BMC Medicine.

Low bacterial diversity and Bifidobacterium depletion were associated with severely symptomatic COVID-19 infection in a small subset of patients — a pattern of dysbiosis that may serve as a susceptibility marker for symptomatic severity.

Good news for chocolate lovers: In moderation, dark chocolate boasts numerous health benefits from flavanols, antioxidants and fiber, all of which aid in promoting gut wellness.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Results of a systematic review and meta-analysis presented at the ACG Annual Scientific Meeting indicate that early feeding after percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube placement is safe and may shorten hospital stay.

In an expert review published in Gastroenterology, AGA provided updated guidance for the diagnosis and management of refractory celiac disease, including supportive and therapeutic treatment options and recommendations for monitoring.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Patients with a gluten-associated disorder who perceived themselves to be competent in complying with a gluten-free diet attained better adherence, which resulted in reduced disease activity and improved mental health outcomes.

Two-thirds of patients who underwent Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy experienced clinically important improvements in pain and physical function 7 years after surgery, according to research published in JAMA Network Open.

Only half of Americans reported being aware of celiac disease or gluten-sensitivity, with Black Americans reporting least awareness of this disease, according to “eye-opening” results from The Harris Poll on behalf of Beyond Celiac.

In this Healio video exclusive, Jessica Lebovits, RD, CDN, a clinical dietitian at the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University, discusses tips and resources to help patients maintain a gluten-free diet throughout the school year.

In the age of the internet and social media, one thing we can always count on is having access to a lot of information. But what happens when that information is not entirely accurate and does more damage than good?