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Unlocking the anti-inflammatory secrets of bergamot byproducts

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 04:57
The positive effect of bergamot derivatives.

Review of traditional treatments and novel nutritional interventions for sickle cell disease

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 04:32
Nutrition-related studies involving sickle cell disease (SCD) patients, particularly those in Africa.

CGRP antagonists and dietary changes show promise for migraine treatment

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 00:04
Review in "Medicina" explores advancements in migraine therapy, highlighting the role of CGRP antagonists and dietary interventions like ketogenic and low-glycemic diets in reducing migraine frequency and severity.

Short-acting antibody curbs cytokine storms with minimal side effects

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 23:42
Cytokines are chemical messengers that help the body get rid of invading bacteria and viruses, and control inflammation.

Vaccination provides moderate protection against long COVID in children

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 23:38
Vaccination against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, reduces the risk of serious acute illness in children and adolescents.

Asparagus root extracts emerge as promising natural emulsifiers and potential anti-obesity agents

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 23:15
Study in "Foods" journal characterizes saponin extracts from asparagus roots, highlighting their potential as natural emulsifiers and foaming agents in food and cosmetics, and their inhibitory activity against pancreatic lipase, suggesting anti-obesity applications.

Study links increased use of acetaminophen during pregnancy and attention deficits in children

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 22:49
A new study links increased use of acetaminophen during pregnancy – particularly in the second trimester – to modest but noticeable increases in problems with attention and behavior in 2-, 3- and 4-year-olds.

Dietary factors influencing GLP-1 secretion: a new perspective in diabetes and obesity treatment

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 22:43
Researchers in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition review the impact of diet on GLP-1 secretion in metabolic conditions like obesity and type 2 diabetes, highlighting its potential in treatment and prevention.

Study unveils how cannabis affects brain's feeding center

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 22:40
While it is well known that cannabis can cause the munchies, researchers have now revealed a mechanism in the brain that promotes appetite in a set of animal studies at Washington State University.

Research projects aim to develop breakthrough digital technology for improving heart and brain health

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 22:03
A special issue of the Journal of the American Heart Association spotlights the progress of ongoing projects aimed at developing breakthrough digital technology solutions to improve heart and brain health on a global scale.

Daily active commuting associated with lower levels of inflammation

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 21:51
A new study, conducted by the University of Eastern Finland, the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare, and the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, shows that engaging in active commuting for a minimum of 45 minutes a day was associated with lower levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), a key marker of inflammation.

Chronic inflammation and poverty join forces to increase mortality risk

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 21:40
A new study led by a University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions researcher finds that people with chronic inflammation living in poverty have more than double the risk of dying from heart disease and nearly triple the risk of dying from cancer within the next 15 years.

Large UK study highlights gaps in COVID-19 vaccine coverage

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 21:14
The first research study of the entire UK population highlights gaps in COVID-19 vaccine coverage. Between a third and a half of the populations of the four UK nations had not had the recommended number of COVID vaccinations and boosters by summer 2022.

AMIE AI system outshines doctors in simulated medical consultations

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 21:14
The AMIE AI system outperforms primary care physicians in diagnostic accuracy and conversation quality in simulated medical consultations.

Everyday physical activity may help attenuate age-related bone loss

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 21:08
A study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, found that the bone mineral density at the femoral neck decreased, but the structural properties were maintained or even slightly improved during a year-long multicomponent exercise training intervention in 70- to 85-year-old men and women who had previously been physically inactive.

Night-time artificial light exposure linked to increased risk of age-related macular degeneration

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 19:16
A study in South Korea finds that higher exposure to outdoor artificial light at night significantly increases the risk of developing exudative age-related macular degeneration.

CDC report highlights urgent need for guideline adherence in prescribing antifungal medications

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 18:54
The CDC's study on Medicare Part D beneficiaries reveals high prescription rates and costs for topical antifungal medications, emphasizing the need for proper prescribing guidelines amid rising antimicrobial-resistant fungal infections.

Medical community calls for unified action on climate and biodiversity crises as global health emergency

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 18:18
An editorial in BMC Public Health urges the United Nations and health professionals to declare the intertwined climate and biodiversity crisis as a global health emergency, emphasizing the need for integrated solutions to address these interdependent issues.

Higher antioxidant intake linked to lower back pain risk in women, study finds

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 18:04
Study investigates the link between dietary antioxidant intake and low back pain, revealing that higher antioxidant levels, particularly selenium and zinc, may reduce the likelihood of low back pain in American women.

Study shows slight increase in Guillain-Barre syndrome risk with adenovirus COVID vaccines

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 17:53
Study investigates the link between COVID-19 vaccines and autoimmune/neurological diseases, focusing on Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) risks associated with adenovirus vector vaccines.

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