Biofortified millet improves toddler gut health without adverse effects
Toddlers who ate iron- and zinc-biofortified pearl millet for nine months did not experience adverse effects typically associated…
Review outlines effective approaches to reduce recurrent hepatic encephalopathy
Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a neurologic complication of advanced liver disease, causing impaired functioning, reduced quality of life…
Dutch study shows why plant-based eating can miss key nutrients
As consumers trade meat, fish, and dairy for plant-forward substitutes, new Dutch modeling shows why smart swaps, fortification,…
Shareholders warn governments against bailouts to Trafigura, owner of Nyrstar
A group of international shareholders are warning state and federal governments against giving global commodities giant Trafigura hundreds…
When omega-3 may help mental health and when they may not
A comprehensive review reveals how omega-3 fatty acids could shape brain function and mental health outcomes, while underscoring…
Can diet influence thyroid disease? A major review points to Mediterranean-style eating
A major review challenges thyroid diet myths and shows how nutrient-rich, evidence-based eating patterns may better support thyroid…
Understanding how the immune system protects against fungal pathogenicity
The yeast Candida albicans colonizes mucosal surfaces and is usually harmless. However, under certain conditions it can cause…
More than 30 zinc sunscreen brands using formula that failed preliminary SPF testing
When Craig Jones decided to test his company’s zinc sunscreen last year, he never imagined he’d end up…
Bondi Sands the latest brand to recall sunscreens over potential SPF concerns
Major Australian sunscreen brand Bondi Sands is the latest to announce recalls over SPF concerns and the first…
Scientists link brain lithium loss to early Alzheimer’s changes
A new study reveals that brain lithium depletion occurs early in Alzheimer’s and fuels disease progression, while low-dose…
Nyrstar secures $135m bailout from federal, South Australia, Tasmania govts as it struggles with Chinese market distortion
An embattled metals producer will receive a $135m bailout from the federal, South Australian and Tasmanian governments as…
Scientists reveal how rare gene mutations drive schizophrenia risk
Uncovering how rare genetic changes disrupt brain signaling and structure, this landmark study sheds new light on the…