Low testosterone and high fructose intake can worsen fatty liver disease

Low testosterone in itself can cause a variety of health problems, but the addition of a poor diet can exacerbate certain conditions. Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is one example that approximately 40% of adult men worldwide currently suffer from and has become a global problem. Fatty liver, the initial stage of MASLD, is … Read more

Cutting back on sugary drinks may protect men’s fertility, review finds

Emerging evidence links regular sugary drink intake to impaired sperm quality and DNA damage. Find out why experts recommend reducing SSBs for reproductive health. Recommendations for reducing the impact of SSBs on sperm health. Research shows that regular consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) is associated with adverse effects on male reproductive health, primarily through hormonal … Read more

High fructose diets impair brain function and appetite control, study shows

New research links high-fructose diets, especially from processed foods, to disrupted appetite signals and long-term brain changes, raising concerns for developing brains. Review: Mindful Eating: A Deep Insight Into Fructose Metabolism and Its Effects on Appetite Regulation and Brain Function. Image Credit: Oleksandra Naumenko / Shutterstock A recent review study published in the Journal of Nutrition and … Read more

Rare sugars curb appetite and mimic diabetes drugs in mice

Can rare sugars help control appetite and fight obesity? New research in mice suggests sweet solutions may lie in your gut hormones. Study: Abilities of Rare Sugar Members to Release Glucagon-like Peptide-1 and Suppress Food Intake in Mice. Image Credit: Love Employee / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers in Japan evaluated … Read more