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How B-cells and androgens contribute to the development of PCOS

Researchers evaluate the role of B-cell frequencies in the pathogenesis of polycystic ovary syndrome.

9 Jul 2023

New vaccine protects infant monkeys from diarrhea and promotes growth

A vaccine originally developed to prevent bacteria-caused diarrhea has now also been found to help infant nonhuman primates grow faster, according to a new study published in Nature Communications.

6 Jul 2023

Does the Mediterranean diet lower the incidence of type 2 diabetes among non-Mediterranean populations?

Researchers investigated the association between adherence to the Mediterranean diet and the prevalence of type 2 diabetes.

6 Jul 2023

Does a healthy diet protect against dementia and slow the pace of biological aging?

Study tested whether healthy diets slowed biological aging and, thus, dementia.

6 Jul 2023

Is there an association between diabetes and breast cancer risk?

The relationship between diabetes and the risk of breast cancer.

6 Jul 2023

Study: BMI may not increase mortality independently of other risk factors

Body mass index (BMI) may not increase mortality independently of other risk factors in adults, according to a new study published this week in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Aayush Visaria and Soko Setoguchi of Rutgers University, US.

5 Jul 2023

Study examines how B cells affect the development of PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormone disorder in women. Studies have shown that the change in hormones is accompanied by variations in immunological B cells.

5 Jul 2023

Reproductive impact of changes in the vaginal microbiome of obese women

Study explores the impact of obesity on vaginal microbiota and reproduction.

5 Jul 2023

Fit to beat diabetes: mendelian randomization study confirms the power of exercise

Researchers investigated the causality of the relationship between cardiorespiratory fitness and diabetes mellitus type 2.

5 Jul 2023

Women with post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 could be at greater risk of developing hypertension

Post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC), colloquially referred to as long COVID-19 or long COVID, is when someone recovers from acute COVID-19 but shows a cluster of symptoms for months afterward.

4 Jul 2023

Vitamin D supplementation reduces risk of major cardiovascular events in older adults

Research investigates the impact of vitamin D supplementation on the incidence of major cardiovascular events in older adults. It examines whether monthly doses of vitamin D can alter the occurrence of heart-related problems.

4 Jul 2023

SIRT1: Unlocking the secrets to better vascular health through resveratrol and energy restriction

Research investigates the effects of SIRT1 activation through resveratrol supplementation and energy restriction on vascular function in adults. The study reveals that both interventions increase circulating SIRT1, reduce sympathetic activity, and have positive impacts on vascular reactivity, indicating potential benefits for vascular health.

3 Jul 2023

Vitamin D deficiency contributes to increased inflammation in older adults

Deficient vitamin D status in older adults is associated with higher inflammation levels, as measured by C-reactive protein (CRP). Optimizing vitamin D levels could potentially modulate inflammation in this population.

2 Jul 2023

Long work hours and poor work-life balance threaten health of Singapore's young professionals

Long work hours among young adults hinder healthy behaviors, impacting population health. Understanding these barriers is crucial for targeted health promotion efforts.

2 Jul 2023

Study identifies the predictors of post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) syndrome symptoms

Study identifies the predictors of post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) syndrome symptoms.

30 Jun 2023

Childhood picky eating habits persist into adulthood, impacting dietary choices

Research examines the association between picky eating in early childhood and its long-term effects on food consumption patterns and weight status in young adulthood. The study aims to provide insights into the relationship between picky eating and dietary habits, as well as potential implications for weight management.

29 Jun 2023

A healthy lifestyle reduces risk of developing severe liver disease

Researchers investigate the correlation between a healthy lifestyle and Life’s Essential 8 scores in new-onset severe non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

29 Jun 2023

Loneliness linked to increased risk of heart disease in diabetics

Loneliness is a bigger risk factor for heart disease in patients with diabetes than diet, exercise, smoking and depression, according to research published today in European Heart Journal, a journal of the European Society of Cardiology.

29 Jun 2023

A lack of body-positive videos on TikTok

The research paper examines body positivity videos on TikTok, analyzing their content, themes, and messaging. The findings reveal a prevalence of unrealistic beauty standards and a lack of explicit positive body image messages, highlighting the need for further investigation into the effects of such content on social media platforms.

29 Jun 2023

Tirzepatide triumphs in significant weight reduction for people with type 2 diabetes

Researchers performed a double-blinded, placebo-controlled phase III randomized clinical trial (RCT).

29 Jun 2023

Body Mass Index News and Research

How B-cells and androgens contribute to the development of PCOS

New vaccine protects infant monkeys from diarrhea and promotes growth

Does the Mediterranean diet lower the incidence of type 2 diabetes among non-Mediterranean populations?

Does a healthy diet protect against dementia and slow the pace of biological aging?

Is there an association between diabetes and breast cancer risk?

Study: BMI may not increase mortality independently of other risk factors

Study examines how B cells affect the development of PCOS

Reproductive impact of changes in the vaginal microbiome of obese women

Fit to beat diabetes: mendelian randomization study confirms the power of exercise

Women with post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 could be at greater risk of developing hypertension

Vitamin D supplementation reduces risk of major cardiovascular events in older adults

SIRT1: Unlocking the secrets to better vascular health through resveratrol and energy restriction

Vitamin D deficiency contributes to increased inflammation in older adults

Long work hours and poor work-life balance threaten health of Singapore's young professionals

Study identifies the predictors of post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) syndrome symptoms

Childhood picky eating habits persist into adulthood, impacting dietary choices

A healthy lifestyle reduces risk of developing severe liver disease

Loneliness linked to increased risk of heart disease in diabetics

A lack of body-positive videos on TikTok

Tirzepatide triumphs in significant weight reduction for people with type 2 diabetes

Improving healthcare sustainability through carbon data

Managing vibration in IVF laboratories

A New Approach to Preventing Bladder Cancer Recurrence

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