Women's Health - May 1, 2024 - Ancient grains show promise for type 2 diabetes

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	Ancient grains show promise for type 2 diabetes A meta-analysis in the journal Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases finds that ancient grains like oats, brown rice, and millet may improve lipid profiles in type 2 diabetes patients, but variations in study designs call for further research to confirm these benefits.

	Diet's impact on gut bacteria offers new clues in Parkinson's disease management Researchers find that diet significantly influences the gut microbiome in Parkinson's disease patients, potentially affecting disease progression and symptoms.

			Study highlights nutrition therapy's potential to manage gestational diabetes effectively Study investigates the effects of medical nutrition therapy on gestational diabetes mellitus, emphasizing the beneficial roles of specific dietary patterns and nutrient supplements in managing this condition effectively.

			Food additive emulsifiers linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes Study found a link between consuming certain food emulsifiers and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. Emulsifiers are common in processed foods and may disrupt gut health, potentially leading to diabetes.

			New blood test shows promise in early detection of ovarian cancer A study reveals that glycoproteins in blood could be key biomarkers for early detection and staging of epithelial ovarian cancer, potentially allowing diagnosis through a simple blood test.

	Does reproduction influence epigenetic aging in younger women? The association between reproduction and biological aging based on epigenetic clocks.

	Survey unveils India's rising tide of metabolic diseases Study reveals high rates of non-communicable metabolic diseases across India, with notable differences in prevalence between urban and rural areas and among different Indian states.

	First UK real-world study shows promise for sacituzumab govitecan in metastatic breast cancer The real-world safety and efficacy of sacituzumab govitecan (SG) against metastatic triple-negative breast cancer.

	Are parental psychiatric disorders related to the risk of autism spectrum disorder in the offspring? The potential association between psychiatric disorders in parents and the risk of the offspring developing autism spectrum disorder.

	Low vitamin D tied to belly fat and weak muscles in women Low vitamin D in women is linked to more belly fat and lower muscle mass. The study suggests using waist-to-height ratio and muscle mass index to assess health risks.

	Brain dynamics and BMI linked to dieting success, study finds Research reveals that individuals with higher BMI and extensive brain modifications during diet decisions tend to have lower success in diet modification, suggesting the impact of neural plasticity and BMI on diet adherence.

	Breast cancer survivors at higher risk of developing second cancers Survivors of breast cancer are at significantly higher risk of developing second cancers, including endometrial and ovarian cancer for women and prostate cancer for men, according to new research studying data from almost 600,000 patients in England.

	Global warming intensifies stroke risk: Study links temperature swings to rising stroke burden worldwide Study found that non-optimal temperatures are responsible for over half a million stroke deaths globally in 2019, revealing significant variations in stroke burden due to temperature across different regions and demographic groups.

	Research reveals mortality disparities among sexual minority women Compared to heterosexual women, bisexual women died 37% sooner and lesbian women 20% sooner, according to results from one of the largest studies to examine sexual orientation-related inequities in mortality and the first to differentiate between lesbians and bisexual women.

	Antioxidant-rich diets linked to better life quality in young women with acne A study published in the Nutrients journal finds that a high dietary antioxidant quality index (DAQI) can significantly enhance the quality of life for young women with acne vulgaris by reducing acne severity and associated depression risks.

	Good sleep patterns cut heart disease risk, study finds Persistently favorable sleep patterns may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, even in individuals with higher genetic susceptibility.

	Meta-analysis reveals drivers of antibiotic resistance in infants A meta-analysis of genetic studies analyzing the microbiota (bacteria in the gut) of 1,275 infants from 10 countries finds that cesarean delivery and antibiotic use are driving the increase of antibiotic resistance genes load among infants, according to new research being presented at this year's ESCMID Global Congress (formerly ECCMID) in Barcelona, Spain (27-30 April).

	Study investigates the potential effects of neonatal vitamin D on eczema up to adulthood Australian researchers find that higher neonatal vitamin D levels are associated with lower odds of early-onset persistent eczema but an increased risk of early-onset resolving eczema in children up to age 25.

	154 million lives saved: Landmark study highlights power of vaccination A major landmark study to be published by The Lancet reveals that global immunization efforts have saved an estimated 154 million lives – or the equivalent of 6 lives every minute of every year – over the past 50 years.

	Study questions the need for endotype-specific diets in diabetes management Study finds minor differences in dietary adherence and its impact on cardiovascular and kidney outcomes across diabetes endotypes, indicating limited evidence for endotype-specific dietary guidelines.