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Protein and dietary fibre intake for people with diabetes: What you need to know
Professor Paturi V Rao •People having diabetes must aim to include a good source of protein and fibre in every meal to blunt the glucose response of the meal
Scientists have found a way to deliver PIN1 protein to the testes in an effort to treat infertility in men
Myupchar •More studies are required before this technique could be used for treating infertility in human males.
National Nutrition Month 2020: Vitamins, proteins or minerals? Which one helps build immunity
Myupchar •Adaptive immunity enables the body to produce antibodies, which can prevent repeated infections of the same kind, thanks to memory cells.
Following American Heart Association's 'simple seven' recommendations can prevent hypertension, claims study
Myupchar •A recent study suggested that following even one of the 'simple seven' recommendations can reduce the risk of developing hypertension by six percent
Age-related muscle loss: Study finds rapamycin may delay sarcopenia; diet, exercise key to minimise decay
Myupchar •Reduced muscle mass with age means greater weakness, impaired mobility and strength and a higher risk of falls and fractures.
Meet STING: Scientists identify natural immune-boosting protein that could promote anti-cancer immunity
Myupchar •STING stands for Stimulator of Interferon Genes; it stimulates the immune system whenever there is a viral or cancerous invader in the body.
Post COVID-19 care: Home-cooked food rich in protein and calories key for boosting immunity in recovering coronavirus patients
Myupchar •A protein-rich diet can help repair damaged body tissues, make up for the muscle loss that occurred while the infection lasted, and boost the immune system too.
Plants better source of protein than animals, can reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, studies show
Myupchar •Researchers have suggested that people increase their intake of plant protein as it is a healthier option than animal protein.
Coronavirus outbreak: World's fastest supercomputer Summit joins fight, shortlists 77 compounds for possible vaccine
Trendingdesk •Commissioned by the US Department of Energy in 2014, Summit was created with the singular aim of solving some of world’s biggest problems using artificial intelligence, including deep learning.
Eggs aren't all that unhealthy: Here's why you can have them every day
Myupchar •The American Heart Association now recommends the consumption of one egg (or two egg whites) every day as a part of a healthy diet.