Are climate change and air pollution making neurologic diseases worse?
People with neurologic diseases like headache, dementia, multiple sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson's disease may experience worsening symptoms due to climate change.
Less than five hours’ sleep a night linked to higher risk of multiple diseases
According to researchers at University College London, getting less than five hours of sleep in middle-aged or elderly people is associated with an increased risk of developing at least two chronic diseases.
Regular consumption of almonds improves gut health
Eating a handful of almonds a day significantly increases the production of a short-chain fatty acid, butyric acid, which contributes to gut health.
Eating late at night can lead to obesity, say US researchers
A new study provides evidence that eating late at night reduces energy expenditure, increases hunger and increases fat tissue, which together may increase the risk of obesity. The latter could be a source of serious diseases.
The link between high blood pressure and dementia
High blood pressure can lead to an accelerated deterioration in thinking, decision-making and ability to remember information, according to a new study.
Daily 4 cups of tea can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes
Chinese researchers studied the effect of drinking different types of tea on the risk of diabetes.
Prevalence of Lyme disease bacteria can be predicted in advance
By developing predictive models that incorporate climate and landscape variables, researchers have accurately forecasted the prevalence and distribution of Lyme disease bacteria.
Ultra-processed food increases the risk of large intestine (colon) and rectal cancer in men
In a recent study, US researchers found that men who consumed high rates of ultra-processed foods had a higher risk of developing colorectal cancer.
One measurement is not enough to diagnose high blood pressure
Hypertension is defined as a condition in which the average of at least 3 different blood pressure readings (taken at least one week apart) is higher than 139/89 mmHg.
People with poor sleep behaviors may be at risk for fatty liver disease
According to a recent research, people with sedentary lifestyles and unhealthy sleep behaviors could develop fatty liver disease.