Cardiometabolic health

This study tested whether using HEPA air purifiers at home could improve heart health in seniors living near busy roads. Fifty-two low-income seniors aged 60 and older used either a real air purifier or a sham device for four weeks. Researchers measured their blood pressure to se…

This small study in Uganda looks at how meals made with local fruits and vegetables affect blood sugar and fat levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Eight participants will eat five different test meals over five weeks, with blood samples taken over three hours after each meal. …

This study compares healthy long-term vegans, omnivores, and omnivores who switch to a vegan diet for one month. Researchers measure body weight, body fat, cholesterol, inflammation markers, and quality of life to see how diet affects metabolic health. The goal is to understand b…

This pilot study tested whether protein biscuits made from insect flour (Tenebrio molitor) could improve heart health in older adults when combined with exercise. Thirty people aged 60 and older ate either insect biscuits or regular biscuits after supervised workouts for 28 days.…

This study looked at whether eating potatoes every evening for 12 weeks could improve sleep quality and blood sugar control compared to eating white rice, pasta, or couscous. 71 healthy adults aged 40-80 with low fruit/vegetable intake and poor sleep took part. Researchers measur…