New Diabetes Drug Shows Promise for Weight Loss in Obese Individuals
A new drug called tirzepatide, which is currently used to treat Type 2 diabetes, has shown promising results in aiding weight loss in obese and overweight individuals with diabetes.[0] Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of the drug, reported that in a late-stage trial involving over 900 participants, tirzepatide helped people lose up to 16% of their […]
Continue reading American Heart Association Releases Ranking of Heart-Healthy Diets: DASH Takes Top Spot, Keto and Paleo Diets Deemed Harmful
The American Heart Association (AHA) has released a ranking of the best heart-healthy diets, with the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan taking the top spot. The AHA evaluated popular diets based on their alignment with the organisation’s dietary guidance for achieving good cardiometabolic health. The DASH-style diet is designed to treat or […]
Continue reading AHA Ranks Popular Diets for Heart Health: DASH and Mediterranean Come Out on Top, While Low-Carb and Keto Diets Are at the Bottom
The American Heart Association (AHA) has released a report analyzing and ranking 10 popular dietary patterns based on their heart health benefits.[0] The report aims to provide clarity amidst the proliferation of different popular dietary patterns and the misinformation about them on social media.[1] The AHA ranked the diets based on how well they align […]
Continue reading BCG Vaccine Does Not Protect Healthcare Workers Against COVID-19: Results from International Trial
A large international trial has found that the bacille Calmette–Guérin (BCG) vaccine, which is used to prevent tuberculosis, does not protect healthcare workers against COVID-19.[0] The multisite, double-blind, randomized, controlled trial involved healthcare workers in five countries and found that vaccination with BCG-Denmark did not result in a lower risk of COVID-19 within six months […]
Continue reading Study Finds Most Melatonin Gummies Inaccurately Labeled, Poses Risks for Children
A recent study conducted by a team from the Cambridge Health Alliance and the University of Mississippi has found that 88% of melatonin gummy products analyzed were inaccurately labeled.[0] The study tested 25 samples of melatonin gummies and found that 22 of them had significantly more melatonin than stated on the packaging, with amounts ranging […]
Continue reading Frequent Consumption of Fried Foods Linked to Higher Risk of Anxiety and Depression, Study Finds
A study conducted by a research team in Hangzhou, China, has found that frequent consumption of fried foods, particularly fried potatoes, could lead to a higher risk of anxiety and depression. The study evaluated 140,728 people over 11.3 years and found that those who ate at least one portion of fried food were 12% more […]
Continue reading New Study Warns of Deadly Outbreak of Bird Flu and Recommends Management Approach Based on Structured Decision-Making
A new study has warned that a new outbreak of bird flu may be the deadliest to date. In contrast to the avian flu (H5N8) outbreak of 2015, the recent outbreak in late 2021 (H5N1) has resulted in widespread deaths among wild birds, making it more challenging to eradicate the highly pathogenic virus. The virus […]
Continue reading New Study Uncovers the Main Cause of Gray Hair: Stuck Stem Cells in Hair Follicles
Gray hair has long been associated with aging, but a new study from the New York University Grossman School of Medicine has shed new light on the causes of gray hair. The study focuses on the unique properties of melanocyte stem cells (McSCs) found in hair follicles, which are responsible for producing pigments that give […]
Continue reading NYU Scientists Discover How Aging Impairs Hair Color Development in Stem Cells
Scientists at NYU Grossman School of Medicine have discovered that certain stem cells, known as melanocyte stem cells (McSCs), become stuck in the growth compartments of hair follicles as we age, impairing their potential to develop and conserve hair colour. The researchers found that as hair ages, an increasing number of McSCs get trapped in […]
Continue reading ADHD Medication Use in Schools Linked to Higher Rates of Prescription Stimulant Misuse, Study Finds
A recent study has found that schools with higher rates of students using prescribed ADHD medications have a greater likelihood of students misusing prescription stimulants. The study, published in the JAMA Network Open, analyzed survey data from over 231,000 students in eighth, 10th, and 12th grades across more than 3,200 public and private schools in […]
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