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 No, taking paracetamol while pregnant doesn’t cause autism or ADHD, major review findsNo, taking paracetamol while pregnant doesn’t cause autism or ADHD, major review finds
 
Researchers reviewed nine systematic reviews on paracetamol use during pregnancy and found that while some studies suggested links to ADHD or autism, the evidence was of low quality and confounded by shared familial factors. Sibling-controlled analyses showed no causal relationship between prenatal paracetamol exposure and neurodevelopmental disorders in children.
 
 
 Are mushrooms more than a low-calorie food? New analysis explains their hidden advantagesAre mushrooms more than a low-calorie food? New analysis explains their hidden advantages
 
Whole mushroom consumption shows consistent benefits for cardiometabolic health, lowering triglycerides in self-chosen diets and improving fasting glucose in a single healthy dietary pattern trial. Early evidence also suggests increases in salivary IgA and possible blood pressure improvements, with no adverse biomarker effects reported.
 
   Reclassifying wine intake reshapes the Mediterranean diet’s cognitive impactReclassifying wine intake reshapes the Mediterranean diet’s cognitive impact
 
Higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet was not associated with better cognition when wine was scored as a “beneficial” component. When wine was reverse scored, Mediterranean diet adherence showed a modest positive association with MMSE performance and a borderline link with MoCA in Portuguese older adults at high dementia risk.
 
   Self-hypnosis cuts menopausal hot flashes by halfSelf-hypnosis cuts menopausal hot flashes by half
 
Self-administered hypnosis effectively alleviates hot flashes in menopausal women, enhancing quality of life and providing an alternative to hormone therapy.
 
   Daily berries and cocoa enhance mood by targeting key brain pathwaysDaily berries and cocoa enhance mood by targeting key brain pathways
 
Dietary flavonoids from everyday foods show modest but promising benefits for mood, with the strongest evidence emerging from chronic, anthocyanin rich interventions. Acute effects are mixed, but longer term intake may support emotional well being through mechanisms involving monoamine activity and neuroplasticity.
 
 Why early- and late-onset depression are fundamentally different
 
Why early- and late-onset depression are fundamentally differentGenetic differences in early- and late-onset depression highlight distinct risk profiles, informing targeted strategies for improved clinical outcomes.
 
 
 Dash diet cuts diabetes complications by targeting blood pressure kidney health and inflammation
 
Dash diet cuts diabetes complications by targeting blood pressure kidney health and inflammationThe DASH diet supports metabolic health in people with diabetes by improving blood pressure, renal function, lipids, and modest glycemic markers while reducing risks linked to vascular and inflammatory pathways. Its broad nutrient-driven mechanisms also benefit related conditions such as neuropathy, PCOS, and retinopathy, making it a versatile tool for cardiometabolic care.
 
 
 WHO releases first global guidelines for managing diabetes during pregnancy
 
WHO releases first global guidelines for managing diabetes during pregnancyThe World Health Organization (WHO) today released its first global guidelines for the management of diabetes during pregnancy, a condition affecting about one in six pregnancies – or 21 million women annually.
 
 
 Which plant-based diet is healthiest and most sustainable
 
Which plant-based diet is healthiest and most sustainableVegan and vegetarian diets deliver nutrient adequacy on par with Mediterranean diets, while lowering carbon footprints and promoting environmental health.
 
 
 Nasal vaccine shows promise as a non-invasive treatment for cervical cancer
 
Nasal vaccine shows promise as a non-invasive treatment for cervical cancerCervical cancer, which affects the reproductive tract, is one of the most common cancers in women worldwide.
 
 
 Study finds self-pleasure as a valuable care strategy for managing menopause symptoms
 
Study finds self-pleasure as a valuable care strategy for managing menopause symptomsA new study from the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University, published in journal Menopause, finds self-pleasure is a valuable care strategy for managing menopause symptoms, especially mood and sleep changes.
 
 
 New discovery reveals crucial link between cholesterol and breast cancer progression
 
New discovery reveals crucial link between cholesterol and breast cancer progressionCancer Center at Illinois (CCIL) Program Leader Erik Nelson's lab made an important discovery about the relationship between cholesterol and breast cancer progression with crucial implications for breast cancer therapeutics.
 
 
 What diet do people with type 2 diabetes really want? Study reveals flexibility beats strict meal plans
 
What diet do people with type 2 diabetes really want? Study reveals flexibility beats strict meal plansA large UK survey of adults with type 2 diabetes found that most prefer flexible, food-based diets—particularly moderate calorie restriction or low-carbohydrate plans, over formula-based regimens. Preferences varied by age, lifestyle, and desired outcomes, underscoring the need for personalized dietary support.
 
 
 New WHO guidance aims to strengthen care for preterm and low birth-weight babies
 
New WHO guidance aims to strengthen care for preterm and low birth-weight babiesThe World Health Organization (WHO) is marking its first official observance of World Prematurity Day with the launch of a new global clinical practice guide for Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) – a simple, proven and life-saving intervention that significantly improves survival for preterm and low birth-weight babies.
 
 
 VR raises eye temperature and thickens protective tear layer
 
VR raises eye temperature and thickens protective tear layerVR gaming impacts tear film dynamics, increasing lipid layer thickness and eye temperature, but fails to enhance tear stability or alleviate dry eye symptoms.
 
 
 Plant-based oat protein hybrid doubles iron absorption in women
 
Plant-based oat protein hybrid doubles iron absorption in womenResearch on oat protein nanofibril-iron hybrids highlights their potential to significantly improve iron absorption, tackling global nutritional deficiencies.
 
 
 Off-label GLP-1 use highlights the cultural pressures driving body anxieties
 
Off-label GLP-1 use highlights the cultural pressures driving body anxietiesNew obesity drugs that were designed to treat diabetes and obesity are increasingly being used off-label by people without these conditions to achieve slimness and social approval rather than health gains. This perspective maps how such pharmacological thinness interacts with stigma, beauty ideals, digital culture, and inequality, and calls for multinational, intersectional research to understand its full impact.
 
 
 Simple blood test may be a better guide treatment for ovarian cancer
 
Simple blood test may be a better guide treatment for ovarian cancerMore than 300,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer globally each year.
 
 
 Red meat raises inflammation marker CRP in clinical trials
 
Red meat raises inflammation marker CRP in clinical trialsThe review analyzes red meat's effects on inflammatory biomarkers, revealing significant associations with CRP in specific adult subgroups and dietary contexts.
 
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