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Spicing up memory: Wasabi found to boost brainpower in seniors

A 12-week study on adults over 60 found that wasabi supplements containing 6-MSITC significantly improved episodic and working memory. While other cognitive domains showed no improvement, the findings suggest that wasabi's anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties may offer new avenues for combating age-related memory decline.

31 Oct 2023

Late nights and skipping breakfast linked to increased heart disease risk, especially in men

Late sleepers who skip breakfast face elevated risk for metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease, especially in men, according to a large-scale study. The effects vary by age and gender, pointing to the complex interactions between sleep patterns, eating habits, and heart health.

30 Oct 2023

Scientists identify mechanism of alcohol withdrawal headaches

About 283 million people worldwide suffer from alcohol use disorder, a debilitating health challenge for which limited therapeutic options are available. The cost to society is estimated at greater than $2 trillion annually.

30 Oct 2023

Study uncovers interplay of lifestyle choices and DNA methylation in gastric neoplasia risk

A new paper in The Lancet eBioMedicine explores whether these changes predict the future risk of stomach tumors and how epigenetic changes interact with environmental and lifestyle factors in this process.

30 Oct 2023

Non-alcoholic beers may be a happy hour for bacteria, study warns

Researchers find that low-alcoholic beers can inhibit bacterial growth, while non-alcoholic beers are more susceptible. Storage temperature and alcohol content are the main factors determining the presence of foodborne pathogens in these beverages.

26 Oct 2023

Moderate wine consumption may reduce the risk of some cancers

A meta-analysis published in Frontiers in Nutrition finds no link between moderate wine consumption and increased cancer risk; instead, it suggests that wine may have protective effects against certain types of tumors. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and understand the mechanisms involved.

26 Oct 2023

Can the planetary health diet save your life and the planet? Study finds mixed results

Adhering to a Planetary Health Diet (PHD), which emphasizes plant-based foods, was found to reduce risks of chronic diseases and death among Chinese Singaporeans, according to a new study. However, while higher PHD scores were linked to a 7% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, they also resulted in increased land and water usage

26 Oct 2023

Does the timing of prenatal exposure to corticosteroids and β2-agonists impact a child's neurodevelopment by age 3?

Researchers investigated the association between the timing of in-utero exposure to β2-agonists and corticosteroids and offspring neurodevelopmental milestones during the initial three years of life.

26 Oct 2023

Boosting brain health with iron and manganese: A dietary defense against cognitive decline

The recent study published in Nutrients explores the link between dietary mineral intake and cognitive impairment in elderly Spanish individuals, finding that increased consumption of iron and manganese significantly reduced cognitive impairment risk in women but showed no effect in men.

25 Oct 2023

Traumatic childhood events increase the odds of headache disorders in adulthood

People who have experienced traumatic events in childhood such as abuse, neglect or household dysfunction may be more likely to experience headache disorders as adults, according to a meta-analysis published in the October 25, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

25 Oct 2023

Eating ultra-processed foods puts your liver at risk, new study warns

Research found a significant link between the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and increased risks of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, liver cirrhosis, and severe hepatic illnesses. The findings suggest that reducing UPF intake could be key to enhancing liver health and well-being.

25 Oct 2023

UK Biobank reveals: Mediterranean diet might be the key to combating 32 chronic diseases!

The association between a healthy dietary pattern and 48 individual chronic diseases among community-dwelling adults.

25 Oct 2023

Epidemic: What good is a vaccine when there is no rice?

The 1970s was the deadliest decade in the "entire history of Bangladesh," said environmental historian Iftekhar Iqbal

24 Oct 2023

COVID-19 survivors face sleep battles, with ARDS patients hardest hit, study finds

A recent study in the "Journal of Clinical Medicine" explored the long-term effects on sleep and circadian rhythms in COVID-19 survivors who experienced acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Findings revealed that a year after hospital discharge, over 91% of these patients suffered poor sleep quality, with nearly 59% experiencing insomnia, highlighting the lasting impact of COVID-19 on sleep health.

24 Oct 2023

20-25 minutes of physical activity every day may offset death risk from sedentary lifestyle

Clocking up just 20-25 minutes of physical activity every day may be enough to offset the heightened risk of death from a highly sedentary lifestyle, suggests research published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

24 Oct 2023

Homeless people have a 16-fold higher rate of sudden death from heart attacks

A study led by UC San Francisco has found that people who are experiencing homelessness have a 16-fold higher rate of sudden death from heart attacks, as well as other causes.

24 Oct 2023

Does adding sugar to coffee and tea impact your lifespan? 32-year study reveals surprising results

A study on Danish men found that adding sugar to tea and coffee did not significantly impact all-cause, cancer-related, or cardiovascular mortality risk over a 32-year follow-up period, challenging previous sugar consumption research's findings on adverse health outcomes.

22 Oct 2023

Could duck fats be a healthier alternative to saturated fats?

A recent study explores the potential benefits of utilizing duck fats in the food industry, highlighting their unique fatty acid composition and improved properties compared to vegetable oils. Duck fats offer a healthier alternative to saturated fats, making them a valuable resource for enhancing food products.

22 Oct 2023

Let’s have an honest conversation about what to expect as you age

How many of us have wanted a reliable, evidence-based guide to aging that explains how our bodies and minds change as we grow older and how to adapt to those differences?

20 Oct 2023

The beneficial effects of regular physical activity on the cardiovascular profile in the elderly

The effect of regular physical activity (PA) on the microcirculatory functions and plasma antioxidant capacity in older athletes.

20 Oct 2023

Alcohol News and Research

Spicing up memory: Wasabi found to boost brainpower in seniors

Late nights and skipping breakfast linked to increased heart disease risk, especially in men

Scientists identify mechanism of alcohol withdrawal headaches

Study uncovers interplay of lifestyle choices and DNA methylation in gastric neoplasia risk

Non-alcoholic beers may be a happy hour for bacteria, study warns

Moderate wine consumption may reduce the risk of some cancers

Can the planetary health diet save your life and the planet? Study finds mixed results

Does the timing of prenatal exposure to corticosteroids and β2-agonists impact a child's neurodevelopment by age 3?

Boosting brain health with iron and manganese: A dietary defense against cognitive decline

Traumatic childhood events increase the odds of headache disorders in adulthood

Eating ultra-processed foods puts your liver at risk, new study warns

UK Biobank reveals: Mediterranean diet might be the key to combating 32 chronic diseases!

Epidemic: What good is a vaccine when there is no rice?

COVID-19 survivors face sleep battles, with ARDS patients hardest hit, study finds

20-25 minutes of physical activity every day may offset death risk from sedentary lifestyle

Homeless people have a 16-fold higher rate of sudden death from heart attacks

Does adding sugar to coffee and tea impact your lifespan? 32-year study reveals surprising results

Could duck fats be a healthier alternative to saturated fats?

Let’s have an honest conversation about what to expect as you age

The beneficial effects of regular physical activity on the cardiovascular profile in the elderly

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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