A recent study found that a diet rich in monounsaturated fats, particularly from sources like peanut butter and olive oil, can lower cardiovascular risk by up to 20.6%. This contradicts conventional wisdom that low-fat diets are best for heart health.
A new study published in UB's School of Health Related Professions found that female collegiate soccer players performed longer at a higher intensity on a diet composed of 35% fat than on lower-fat diets. The women showed no increase in weight, body fat, or blood pressure despite consuming a higher amount of fat.
Scientists have narrowed down the list of suspect peanut proteins from 30 to seven, a significant step towards developing effective treatments for peanut allergies. The identification of these specific proteins opens up new avenues for investigation, including gene injection therapy and vaccine development.