High-protein diets lead to weight loss – and clogged arteries, mouse study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 25, 2020
Weight gain was not a problem in mice fed a high-fat, high-protein diet. But their cardiovascular health suffered, say investigators.
Clinical Briefs for Monday, September 30
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Alicia Lasek
Sep 27, 2019
Diagnostic tool may help treat Parkinson’s disease … Heart patients have best outcomes with once-to-twice weekly exercise … Study examines alcohol consumption, risk of dementia in seniors …...
Clinical Briefs for Thursday, August 29
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Alicia Lasek
Aug 28, 2019
Marriage may stave off dementia … Plant-based protein could extend lifespan … Gout more than doubles risk of kidney failure … High-dose vitamin D doesn’t improve bone health
Eating less meat? Vegetable protein may ensure healthy aging
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 27, 2019
Seniors who eat fewer animal proteins, carbohydrates or fats may delay unhealthy aging by adding more vegetable protein to their diet.
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Apr 30, 2015
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Protein presence in urine predicts risk for cognitive decline
By
Ashley Carman
Sep 03, 2013
The presence of protein in the urine of those with diabetes can signify a risk for cognitive decline, according to a new study.