Women's Health - May 29, 2024 - Substituting dairy with whole grains and olive oil lowers non-communicable disease risk

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	Substituting dairy with whole grains and olive oil lowers non-communicable disease risk Review and meta-analysis published in Current Developments in Nutrition examined long-term dietary associations of dairy products and non-communicable diseases (NCDs), finding no significant change in NCD risk with different dairy products but identifying increased risk with red and processed meat substitutions and improved outcomes with whole grains and olive oils.

	Flavonoid-rich diet slashes type 2 diabetes risk by up to 28%, new study reveals Increasing the intake of flavonoid-rich foods significantly reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a study in Nutrition & Diabetes.

			Running therapy matches antidepressants for mental health, surpasses for physical benefits Researchers found that while both antidepressants and group running therapy effectively improved mental health in patients with anxiety and depression, running therapy had significantly better outcomes for physical health indicators.

			Groundbreaking study advances human in vitro gametogenesis for infertility treatment Infertility affects approximately 1 in 6 people in their lifetime worldwide according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

			Eating more potatoes may lower your risk of heart disease and early death, study finds A Norwegian study found that higher potato consumption moderately reduces the risk of all-cause and cardiovascular disease mortality in adults.

	Ketogenic diet shows promise in treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders, study finds Research suggests the ketogenic diet may offer benefits in managing anxiety, depression, stress, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder, but more clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy.

	New study reveals how genes can alter the cancer-fighting power of fruits and fiber A study in eBioMedicine uncovers two genetic loci that modify the impact of fiber and fruit intake on colorectal cancer risk, highlighting gene-diet interactions.

	Are step counts as effective as time-based exercise in boosting health? Monitoring physical activity with either step counts or time spent exercising shows similar benefits in reducing cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality among women in their 60s. Both methods support health guidelines and personal preference.

	KFF Health News' 'What the Health?': Anti-abortion hard-liners speak up With abortion shaping up as a key issue for the November elections, the movement that united to overturn Roe v. Wade is divided over going further, faster — including by punishing those who have abortions and banning contraception or IVF.

	Global study highlights major health risks: air pollution and high blood pressure top the list A comprehensive study in The Lancet reveals the global health impacts of 88 risk factors, emphasizing the significant burden of air pollution and high blood pressure.

	Cherries and berries: Nature’s sweet remedy for a healthy heart Research paper reviews the cardiovascular benefits of phenolic compounds in cherries and berries, highlighting their potential to reduce inflammation, oxidative stress, and improve lipid profiles. Regular consumption of these fruits can significantly lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

	Dana-Farber research reveals encouraging pregnancy outcomes for breast cancer survivors New research by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute investigators has encouraging news for young women who have survived breast cancer and want to have children.

	Study suggests broccoli may reduce cancer risk A meta-analysis of over 730,000 individuals indicates that high broccoli consumption is linked to lower cancer prevalence, though more robust research is needed to confirm its chemopreventive properties.

	Maternal cannabis use disorder linked to higher autism risk in children, study finds A study in Psychiatry Research reveals that maternal cannabis use disorder significantly increases the risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in offspring. The risk is 3.5 times higher for children exposed to cannabis during the prenatal period.

	Study shows healthy plant-based diets lower gout risk, unhealthy diets raise it Researchers found that healthy plant-based diets reduce the risk of gout, while unhealthy plant-based diets increase the risk, especially among women.

	Study links higher microplastic levels in urine to endometriosis risk A study in Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety finds higher levels of microplastics in urine samples from endometriosis patients compared to healthy individuals.

	Low vitamin D levels linked to higher diabetes risk in older adults, study finds A meta-analysis found that low serum vitamin D levels significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in older adults, even after adjusting for several confounders.

	Clomiphene and dexamethasone boost fertility in PCOS patients Combined clomiphene and dexamethasone treatment improves pregnancy and ovulation rates in PCOS patients, with minimal adverse effects. Further research is needed to optimize dosage and duration.

	Aptamer and Timser partner to deliver world’s first blood test for cervical cancer Aptamer Group plc (AIM: APTA), the developer of novel Optimer® binders to enable innovation in the life sciences industry, has signed an agreement with Timser Group, a pharmaceutical company focused on women’s health, with a deal value of up to £465,000.

	Tailored antibody-drug conjugate offers hope for aggressive breast cancer Scientists have used breast cancer cells' weakness against themselves by linking a tumour-selective antibody with a cell-killing drug to destroy hard-to-treat tumors.