Ultra-processed foods make up one-fifth of Italian calories - here’s who's most affected
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 Midlife exercise cuts dementia risk by up to 45 percent, new study showsMidlife exercise cuts dementia risk by up to 45 percent, new study shows
 
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 Ultra-processed foods make up one-fifth of Italian calories - here’s who's most affectedUltra-processed foods make up one-fifth of Italian calories - here’s who's most affected
 
Italian researchers found that ultra-processed foods make up about 20 percent of daily calories in adults, with younger, single, and Northern residents consuming the most. Higher adherence to the Mediterranean Diet was strongly linked to lower UPF intake across all sociodemographic groups.
 
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Eating slowly and chewing well in Japanese adults were strongly associated with savoring food and avoiding eating with a full mouth, with oral health playing an important supporting role. These behaviours varied across age and gender groups, highlighting cultural eating practices and dental factors that shape how people eat across adulthood.
 
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New research combining lab experiments and a human trial reveals that black cumin seed not only downregulates the genes that drive fat cell formation but also improves cholesterol levels, highlighting its potential as a natural approach to supporting healthier metabolic outcomes. Study: Black Cumin Seed (Nigella sativa) Confers Anti-Adipogenic Effects in 3T3-L1 Cellular Model and Lipid-Lowering Properties in Human Subjects.
 
 Coffee protects the brain, metabolism, and immunity at the molecular level
 
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 Does coffee truly boost memory and focus or is it all hype?
 
Does coffee truly boost memory and focus or is it all hype?Coffee’s bioactive compounds, especially caffeine, show potential cognitive, neuroprotective, and neuroplasticity benefits across animal and human studies. However, most findings are observational, mechanisms remain uncertain, and optimal intake is still unclear.
 
 
 Even one cigarette a day harms the heart at every level
 
Even one cigarette a day harms the heart at every levelSmoking elevates heart disease and mortality risks. Cessation initiates a powerful recovery, reducing risks significantly within two decades.
 
 
 Blood group A linked to a higher risk of primary biliary cholangitis
 
Blood group A linked to a higher risk of primary biliary cholangitisFindings indicate blood group A elevates the risk of primary biliary cholangitis, suggesting ABO group analysis could aid in autoimmune liver disease diagnosis.
 
 
 Landmark prostate cancer screening trial launches in the UK
 
Landmark prostate cancer screening trial launches in the UKThe first men have been invited to take part in Prostate Cancer UK's TRANSFORM trial, kicking off the biggest prostate cancer screening study in a generation.
 
 
 Study shows how ketogenic eating improves hormonal balance in PCOS
 
Study shows how ketogenic eating improves hormonal balance in PCOSThe very low-carbohydrate ketogenic diet leads to meaningful reductions in weight, visceral adiposity, insulin resistance, and androgen excess in women with PCOS based on pooled randomized trials. Benefits appear consistent across studies, though high heterogeneity, short durations, and limited safety data highlight the need for longer-term comparative research.
 
 
 Study uncovers promising therapeutic strategies against neuroendocrine prostate cancer
 
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 Better nurse staffing linked to major drops in physician burnout
 
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 Evidence links severe gum disease to erectile dysfunction and broader men’s health risks
 
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 Eating lean beef as part of MED diet could improve gut diversity
 
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 New skin-permeable polymer delivers insulin without needles
 
New skin-permeable polymer delivers insulin without needlesInnovative zwitterionic polymer facilitates insulin absorption through the skin, offering a painless alternative to injections for diabetes management.
 
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