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Higher zinc intake linked to increased endometriosis risk, study finds

Researchers explore the association between zinc intake and endometriosis risk.

30 Oct 2024

Urgent need to shift focus from fossil fuels to health

As multiple health threats from climate change break dangerous new records, the 2024 Report of The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change calls for the trillions of dollars spent funding fossil fuels to be redirected and used to drive a rapid and fair transition to a net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) economy, instead of harming the health of billions of people across the world.

30 Oct 2024

Short bursts of exercise can lower dementia risk

Just one or two sessions of physical activity at the weekend-;a pattern of exercise dubbed 'weekend warrior'---may be just as likely to lower the risk of cognitive decline, which can often precede dementia, as more frequent sessions, concludes research published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

30 Oct 2024

New guidance balances GLP-1 risks and benefits for surgery

Most patients may continue to safely take glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists as prescribed before undergoing elective surgery and gastrointestinal endoscopies, according to new clinical guidance released today by five surgical and medical societies including the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), International Society of Perioperative Care of Patients with Obesity (ISPCOP), and Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES).

30 Oct 2024

EUFIC launches campaign to promote whole grain consumption

The European Food Information Council (EUFIC) is excited to launch its Switch to Whole Grains campaign with the support of the Whole Grain Initiative.

29 Oct 2024

Study highlights the need to train health professionals on gluten-free diet

According to a study by the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), the Internet is the go-to source for most people with celiac disease when tackling their dietary queries.

29 Oct 2024

Enzyme from gut microbe shows promise in fighting childhood malnutrition

The study highlights FAAH's role in gut microbiota, showing its potential in improving growth and health in malnourished children through dietary intervention.

29 Oct 2024

Low vitamin D associated with increased depression risk in pregnancy and after birth

Research indicates that low vitamin D levels may contribute to anxiety and depression in pregnant women, emphasizing the importance of adequate supplementation.

29 Oct 2024

New genetic insights reveal kidney disease risk in West Africans

A study from researchers at National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their collaborators revealed a significant genetic risk factor for kidney disease in people from Ghana and Nigeria.

28 Oct 2024

Study finds pistachios might help guard against vision loss

A study finds that pistachio consumption significantly increases macular pigment optical density, potentially protecting against vision loss in healthy adults.

28 Oct 2024

Diabetes drug semaglutide proves beneficial for patients with chronic kidney damage and obesity

The diabetes drug semaglutide, also known as Ozempic, has a positive effect for patients with chronic kidney damage and obesity. They

26 Oct 2024

Patient Claim Line outlines key signs of stroke and how to reduce risks

Every five minutes, someone in the UK will experience a stroke, with 1.3 million people in the country having survived a stroke. The condition can be both life-threatening and life-altering, so knowing what to look out for and how to act in the event of a stroke is essential.

26 Oct 2024

Taurine supplementation linked to reduced atherosclerotic plaque development

Previous studies suggest that taurine supplementation may attenuate atherosclerosis by reducing lipid levels. However, energy drinks containing taurine have been shown to increase blood pressure, a key risk factor for atherosclerosis. Thus, the role of taurine in atherosclerosis remains controversial.

26 Oct 2024

Persistent activation of DNA damage response in the liver after MASLD reversal

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and its more advanced form, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, have emerged as the most prevalent liver diseases worldwide.

25 Oct 2024

Daily pistachio consumption linked to improved eye health

A new study from researchers at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University has found that consuming pistachios daily may significantly improve eye health by increasing macular pigment optical density (MPOD), due to the plant pigment lutein, a key factor in protecting the eyes from blue (visible) light and age-related damage.

24 Oct 2024

Study shows limited benefits of elimination diets for children with atopic dermatitis

Parents of children with atopic dermatitis (AD, also called eczema) know that the allergic condition can mean a heightened risk of developing food allergies.

24 Oct 2024

Gut health and diet: Keys to treating acne, alopecia, and dermatitis

Consuming diets rich in fiber, antioxidants, and phytonutrients, combined with the use of probiotics, synbiotics, and postbiotics, improves overall skin health.

24 Oct 2024

Low-carb diet may improve beta-cell function in type 2 diabetes patients

This study shows a carbohydrate-restricted diet boosts β-cell function in type 2 diabetes, offering a sustainable approach to manage the disease effectively.

24 Oct 2024

How your baby’s birth and environment can shape lifelong gut health

Early life factors, like birth mode and green environments, shape infant gut microbiota, with outdoor time becoming crucial in late infancy. Residential greenery impacts diversity only during early infancy.

24 Oct 2024

Healthy habits in middle age may protect against neurological conditions

In middle-aged people, having risk factors like blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol that are not well-controlled combined with not following certain healthy habits including exercise, diet and sleep, are linked to a higher risk of stroke, dementia or depression later in life, according to a study published in the October 23, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

23 Oct 2024