In a study published in Obesity, researchers investigated whether the use of a food log for weight loss is effective although it is time-consuming. There are over one billion overweight adults worldwide. The global weight loss and management market are expected to be worth $278.95 billion by the end of 2023. Weight loss methods
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Researchers from The Massachusetts Institute of Technology developed a new microneedle pill that can deliver insulin through the stomach, potentially replacing injections for patients with diabetes. Diabetes is one of the most common and costly chronic diseases. It is the third-leading cause of death in the United States. According to the leading national public health
St. John’s wort has been used to treat a variety of mental health conditions including depression. Here, we discuss three things to know about using St. John’s wort for depression. St. John’s wort, Hypericum perforatum, is a flowering plant native to Europe that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of mental health
New research published in the International Journal of Environmental Health Research determined whether visiting urban parks can influence emotional well-being. In today’s rapidly developing world, there is increasingly less green space as more buildings are being built and ecosystems are being destroyed. Parks are a great way to preserve plant and animal life in urban
A recent study compared the effects on insulin levels in type 2 diabetes patients after eating plant-based meals and meals containing meat. Currently, in the United States, there are an estimated 114 million people who either have or are at risk of developing diabetes. With this number continuing to rise and the cost of
A large U.S. study investigates whether patients who have migraine headaches are more likely to be afflicted with dry eye disease. Dry eye disease is a diagnosed eye disorder that affects the tears, which moisturize and lubricate the eyes. When a patient has this disease, their tears have poor quality and break up faster. Poor
With the arrival of spring, many people experience spring allergies. Here, we discuss the top four ways to deal with spring allergies. With the arrival of spring, many people experience spring allergies, also called as hay fever or allergic rhinitis. Spring allergies often occur when the body reacts to certain tree pollen. Other common
Researchers compared the differences between e-cigarettes or nicotine replacement treatments in quitting smoking. They compared the one-year effectiveness of both products. E-cigarettes and nicotine replacement treatments have both been used to help individuals quit smoking. In a recent study published by The New England Journal of Medicine, researchers investigated which method is more effective. For
A recent article published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal assessed the maternal risks associated with infertility treatments. Every year, up to 4% of births in Canada result from the use of infertility treatments. Treatments such as in vitro fertilization and ovulation induction provide couples who have difficulty getting pregnant with the opportunity to have
Researchers investigated whether evening exercise actually has a negative impact on sleep and appetite. Specifically, the researchers studied the effect of evening high-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) on these bodily functions. It is a common belief that exercising before bedtime disrupts one’s sleep and should be avoided. Disrupted sleep also affects one’s appetite and caloric intake.
A recent study investigated the protective effects of a typhoid vaccine against microbes that are not the target of prevention. Typhoid fever is an infection caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi (S. Typhi). This disease affects several million people every year and spreads by the ingestion of contaminated food and drinks. Typhoid fever can
Reading Time: 3 minutes Researchers recently examined a patient case who developed chest pain and obstructed blood flow to the heart after consuming a marijuana lollipop. The use of marijuana carries risk and side effects, just like all other medications. In a recent case, inappropriate dosing and consumption of marijuana by an older patient
Reading Time: 3 minutes The Journal of Physiology published research that highlights the link between exercise and decreased tumour growth in colon cancer. As time passes by, the baby-boomer generation increases in age and consequently, the global population’s median age also increases. With older age, comes a higher risk of chronic diseases. Cancer, specifically
Reading Time: 2 minutes Scientists discovered a novel mechanism as to why there is a temporary numbness in the ears due to noise-induced hearing loss. Noise-induced hearing loss is caused by sudden single exposure to loud sound or continuous noise exposure for a prolonged time period. Apart from being uncomfortable, it damages the delicate
Reading Time: 2 minutes Intermittent fasting has become a popular approach to losing weight. A recent study by researchers in Japan uncovered some previously unknown effects of fasting. The basic idea of intermittent fasting is restricting daily food intake into a six-to-eight-hour window and then fasting for the remainder of the time. The effects of
Reading Time: 3 minutes A new study in the journal Restorative Neurology and Neuroscience sheds new insights into the benefits of yoga for arthritis patients. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic, inflammatory disease that typically manifests with the swelling of the small joints, particularly in the hands and feet. RA affects both the
Reading Time: 3 minutes A new study evaluated the benefits of green tea polyphenols on glucose regulation and skeletal muscle metabolism in mice with elevated blood glucose levels. Green tea is a popular drink in many parts of the world. The well-recognized benefits of green tea include its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-mutagenic and weight loss properties.
Reading Time: 3 minutes A new study by Australian researchers investigated why middle-aged women increasingly drink alcohol despite the well-known association between alcohol and breast cancer. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, alcohol consumption increases the risk of breast cancer. For every 10g (around one drink) of alcohol an adult woman
Reading Time: 4 minutes April is National Oral Health Month in Canada. Oral health affects other diseases such as diabetes, respiratory illness, and heart disease. Here, we discuss five ways diabetics can maintain oral health. Did you know oral health affects other areas of the body as well? Studies have found that periodontal disease
Reading Time: 3 minutes Ученые оценили пользу грецких орехов для здоровья человека, основываясь на их влиянии на микрофлору кишечника, на образованные под воздействием бактерий желчные кислоты и на маркеры здоровья. В желудочно-кишечном тракте человека в высокой концентрации содержатся различные микроорганизмы, которые могут оказывать как благотворное, так и вредное воздействие. Употребление еды, богатой насыщенными жирами и
Reading Time: 2 minutes A recent study investigated whether menopause symptoms influence the susceptibility of women developing chronic pain conditions. Women are generally more likely to develop chronic pain than men, specifically during midlife. Not only are they more likely to develop the pain, but they tend to also have a higher pain severity and
Reading Time: 4 minutes Echinacea has been used for many years to treat a variety of ailments. Here, we discuss the top three uses of Echinacea and safety precautions to consider. Echinacea, also known as the purple coneflower, is an herbal medicine that has been used for hundreds of years. The mechanism of its action
Reading Time: 4 minutes A recent study sought to investigate if bacteria and immune responses can be used to diagnose the risk of premature birth. We have all taken an antibiotic at some point in our lives. Doctors almost always prescribe or recommend that we take probiotics with our antibiotics, which seems a little
Reading Time: 2 minutes In a recent study in Current Biology, researchers determined whether making up for lost sleep by sleeping in on the weekend can fulfill sleep debt. Millions of people around the world suffer from sleep debt. Sleep debt is a major risk factor for obesity, diabetes, and other diseases. Not only does
Reading Time: 2 minutes В течение длительного промежутка времени ученые изучали, изменяет ли употребление чая концентрацию липопротеинов высокой плотности у людей старшего возраста. Существует два вида холестерина: “хороший” холестерин (обычно так обозначают липопротеины высокой плотности, ЛПВП) и “плохой ”холестерин ЛПНП (липопротеины низкой плотности, ЛПНП). С возрастом концентрация “хорошего” холестерина в организме человека естественным образом
Reading Time: 2 minutes A recent study published in JAMA Oncology analyzed data generated from over 28,000 childhood cancer survivors and compared the lifetime cardiotoxicity risk in different chemotherapeutic drugs used for treatment. One out of every five Canadian kids who are diagnosed with childhood cancer will not survive. Childhood or pediatric cancer can
Reading Time: 2 minutes A study from the USA compared using different types of electrodes in the brain for the selection of patients undergoing epilepsy surgery. Medications do not work in one-third of all individuals with epilepsy. These patients continue to be at risk from epileptic episodes, accidental injuries, and sudden death. Epilepsy surgery has
Reading Time: 2 minutes Researchers in Ireland recently studied whether a heart-healthy diet affects thinking and memory skills in mid-life. In 2017, almost 44 million people worldwide suffered from Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. Thirty per cent of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s have heart disease, and 29% have diabetes. It is known that a heart-healthy
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