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On a Ramzan food trail in Visakhapatnam

From the creamy slow-cooked haleem to paya nihari and sheer kurma, restaurants and hotels in Visakhapatnam are offer an array of Ramzan delicacies




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Coimbatore’s Karumbukkadai comes alive at iftar

As the city soaks in the spirit of the holy month of Ramzan, we have crispy potato samosas, piping hot kebabs, and refreshing nungu milk for iftar at Karumbukkadai and Podanur



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At Kraft, a concept store in Chennai, shop for pendant lights and wall art over a meal of crispy keema dosas and Korean burgers

Shop, eat, and try your hand at games at Kraft, the concept store that showcases around 60 different types of furniture and decor




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Millets and mushrooms take the top spot on Godrej’s food trend report

The sixth edition of the report, which was launched in Mumbai with a dinner highlighting millets, predicts more interest in hyper-regional cuisine, vegan diets and mindful snacking



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What makes Kongunadu veeran soru and naatu kozhi saaru so unique?

Game for some flavourful veeran soru and naatu kozhi saaru? The ongoing Kongunadu food festival at Gokulam Park showcases some most-loved dishes and culinary traditions from the region



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A healthy lunch bowl or gourmet food? Cloud kitchens in Coimbatore offer a diverse menu

From gourmet food, and healthy bowls to vegetarian sushi and experimental cuisines, cloud kitchens in the city are offering intricate culinary experiences. We pick three of them and sample what they offer 



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The millet makeover: Nutrihub, ICAR-IIMR’s technology business incubator for millet start-ups is a game changer

Scientists at the Indian Institute of Millet Research are helping start-ups create products, from icecream to beer, with the grain at Nutrihub



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What is special about the Travancore biryani? Follow the trail

The long-grained biryani, once popular in southern Kerala, is intertwined with the story of Travancore and its residents




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The origins of the Bengali tradition of ‘cha-ta’ may be colonial

Evenings snacks are a serious business with Bengali cha and the tradition may have something to do with the high tea of the Brits




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Taste dalma at Oddiyana, which serves authentic Odia cuisine with a contemporary twist

Oddiyana by Mumbai-based cloud kitchen, Rroshashala, presents authentic Odia cuisine in a contemporary setting



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Karupatti aappam in Madurai: Meet a streetside vendor who makes this sweet treat

MG Vedhavathi has been making soft karupatti aappams on Kamarajar Salai for over a decade




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$8 trn in hidden costs of global agrifood systems linked to heart disease, diabetes: FAO




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25 per cent of Indians affected by Varicose Veins, say health experts




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Study shows how human memory works, gets stored




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Doctor explains why a low-salt diet may not be healthy for everyone




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Lead in turmeric can cause severe health consequences in kids, adults: Experts




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Limit high-fat dairy foods in the diet to ward off fatty liver disease risk: Study




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Researchers develop new genetic model to decode breast cancer




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Medical mystery solved: One gene provides diagnoses for 30 patients




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AI-driven dataset to reveal new insights around diabetes




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Scientists find another clue to uncover secrets of ageing




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Out-of-pocket expenditure in India decreasing amid govt's healthcare push




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Scientists to probe if grape juice chemical can prevent bowel cancer




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Australian-German research finds world-first cure for deadly skin disease




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Want to age well? A good night's sleep may be the key: Study




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This common heart drug may be unnecessary, lead to depression in some patients: Study




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Even moderate exercise for over 2 hours every week may boost heart health




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Kidney disease, diabetes may raise heart disease risk 28 years earlier




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IIT Ropar's new portable knee rehab device to revolutionise post-surgical therapy




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New antibody could be promising cancer treatment: Study




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Research links frailty to dementia risk




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Alcohol and Cancer Risk

A fact sheet that summarizes the evidence linking alcohol consumption to the risk of various cancers. Includes information about factors that affect the risk of alcohol-associated cancers, such as a person’s genes and tobacco use.




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Primary Bone Cancer

A fact sheet about the diagnosis and treatment of cancers that develop in the bones.




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Secondhand Smoke and Cancer

A fact sheet that summarizes the studies on the health effects of exposure to environmental (secondhand) tobacco smoke.




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Electromagnetic Fields and Cancer

A fact sheet about research on electric and magnetic fields and studies examining their potential connection with cancer.




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Cell Phones and Cancer Risk

A fact sheet that outlines the available evidence regarding use of cellular/mobile telephones and cancer risk.




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HPV and Pap Testing

A fact sheet that describes cervical cancer screening, which includes the Pap test and HPV testing. The fact sheet includes information about cervical cancer screening guidelines.




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Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer

A fact sheet that describes hormone therapy and its role in treating prostate cancer. Includes information about the different types of hormone therapy, how they are used, and possible side effects.




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Genetic Testing for Inherited Cancer Susceptibility Syndromes

A fact sheet about genetic testing for inherited cancer risk, including who should consider testing, how to understand test results, and who has access to a person’s test results. Also contains information about at-home, or direct-to-consumer, genetic tests.




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Targeted Cancer Therapies

A fact sheet that describes targeted cancer therapies, which are drugs that interfere with specific molecules involved in cancer cell growth and survival.




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Tumor Markers

A fact sheet that defines tumor markers and describes how they can be used to aid diagnosis and treatment.




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Microencapsulation of broccoli sulforaphane using whey and pea protein: in vitro dynamic gastrointestinal digestion and intestinal absorption by Caco-2-HT29-MTX-E12 cells

Food Funct., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO03446E, Paper
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Ali Ali Redha, Luciana Torquati, John R. Bows, Michael J. Gidley, Daniel Cozzolino
Sulforaphane-rich extract was prepared from broccoli. The extract was encapsulated with whey and pea protein isolates by freeze-drying. The products were characterised and assessed for in vitro bioaccessibility and bioavailability.
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Along the gut-bone marrow signaling pathway: use of longan polysaccharides to regenerate blood cells after chemotherapy-induced myelosuppression

Food Funct., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO03758H, Paper
Shiai Zeng, Lan Gao, Kai Wang, Xuwei Liu, Zhuoyan Hu, Lei Zhao
TLPL promoted the production of Lactobacillus in myelosuppressed mice, and promoted the haematopoiesis of bone marrow cells via the gut-bone marrow axis.
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Pentadecanoic acid (C15:0, PA) induces mild maternal glucose intolerance and promotes the growth of the offspring partly through up-regulating liver PPARα and MAPK signaling pathways

Food Funct., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO03970J, Paper
Jun Wang, Shiqi Zheng, Ziying Li, Yimei Tang, Yanhua Huang, Junwen Wang, Rui Li, Jie Peng
1% PA can induce a mild decrease in the maternal glucose tolerance and lipolysis mainly by activated MAPK and PPARα signaling.
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Immunomodulatory effects of supercritical CO2 extracted oils from Portulaca oleracea and Perilla frutescens (PPCE) in healthy individuals: a randomized double-blind clinical trial

Food Funct., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO03361B, Paper
Su-Jin Jung, Hyang-Im Baek, Eun-Ock Park, Ki-Chan Ha, Deuk-Seon Park, Soo-Wan Chae, Seung-Ok Lee
This study evaluated the immune-boosting effects of Portulaca oleracea L. and Perilla frutescens var. japonica Hara extract oils (PPCE) in healthy individuals. PPCE improved NK cell activity and cytokine levels (IL-12, IFN-γ) without adverse effects, supporting immune enhancement.
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Abnormal enterohepatic circulation of bile acids caused by fructooligosaccharide supplementation along with a high-fat diet

Food Funct., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO03353A, Paper
Fang Zeng, Shi He, Ying Sun, Xue Li, Kaiyang Chen, Hongbin Wang, Shuli Man, Fuping Lu
Fructooligosaccharide (FOS) is a widely used prebiotic and health food ingredient, but few reports have focused on its risk to specific populations.
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Shatianyu (Citrus grandis L. Osbeck) whole fruit alleviated loperamide-induced constipation via enhancing gut microbiota-mediated intestinal serotonin secretion and mucosal barrier homeostasis

Food Funct., 2024, 15,10614-10627
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO02765E, Paper
Mei Deng, Jiamin Ye, Ruifen Zhang, Shuai Zhang, Lihong Dong, Dongxiao Su, Mingwei Zhang, Fei Huang
The effects of Citrus grandis Shatianyu whole fruit powder enriched in flavonoids and dietary fiber on loperamide-induced constipation after a 4-week administration in the diet, together with possible microbiota-mediated mechanisms were explored.
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Rice bran supplement ameliorates chronic restraint stress-induced depression-like behaviors in mice

Food Funct., 2024, 15,10600-10613
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO00718B, Paper
Minji Kim, Minseok Yoon, Suengmok Cho, Min Jung Kim, Min Young Um
RBS alleviates chronic stress-induced depressive-like behaviors by modulating the HPA axis, increasing neurotransmitter levels, downregulating GR, and enhancing ERK-CREB-BDNF signaling. γ-Oryzanol, a major component, acts as a GR antagonist, contributing to RBS's antidepressant effects.
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Multi-omics analysis reveals that agaro-oligosaccharides with different degrees of polymerization alleviate colitis in mice by regulating intestinal flora and arginine synthesis

Food Funct., 2024, 15,10628-10643
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO03650F, Paper
Long Yuan, Chunhui Liu, Bolun Li, Sai Wang, Jianan Sun, Xiangzhao Mao
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a common chronic disease with a complex etiology, characterized by body weight loss, intestinal barrier damage, and an imbalance of intestinal flora, posing a significant threat to people's health.
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The influence of magnesium and manganese cations on the chemical and bioactive properties of purple and green basil

Food Funct., 2024, 15,10644-10662
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO02820A, Paper
Izamara de Oliveira, Antonios Chrysargyris, Tiane C. Finimundy, Márcio Carocho, Celestino Santos-Buelga, Ricardo C. Calhelha, Nikolaos Tzortzakis, Lillian Barros, Sandrina A. Heleno
Effects of hydroponic cultivation with enriched concentrations of magnesium (+Mg), manganese (+Mn), combinations of +Mg and +Mn, or decreased concentrations of these minerals (control) on the chemical/bioactive attributes of basil, were investigated.
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