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How endurance exercise affects your gut bacteria
A new study details the beneficial effects of a 6-week endurance exercise program on the gut bacterial composition of women who were overweight.
Sitting, standing, walking: How do they affect your memory?
How does moderate exercise compare with sitting and standing when it comes to its impact on working memory? A new study dives into this question.
Breast cancer: Marker of deadly recurrence identified
Low or no NR2F1 protein in cells that metastasize from primary breast tumors to bone marrow indicates a high risk of lethal cancer recurrence, says study.
Diabetes: Surprising new role of fat revealed
New research challenges existing beliefs on the origins of diabetes, suggesting that overall fat tissue may be to blame, rather than the liver or pancreas.
Keto diet may protect against cognitive decline
Our diets can influence the state of our health. Research in mice now suggests that one regimen — the ketogenic diet — may even prevent cognitive decline.
New type of nerve stimulation relieves chronic back pain
A new stimulation therapy that specifically targets the nerves fibers involved could be an effective alternative to spinal cord stimulation, says study.
How a breastfeeding mechanism may affect breast cancer
A molecular mechanism that is involved in the breast's adaptation to breastfeeding may sustain pre-cancerous breast cells, finds a new study.
Antidepressants could stave off dementia
The findings of a new study suggest that some antidepressants may block the growth of toxic plaques in the brain, thus helping to treat dementia.
Could omega-3 supplements help reduce anxiety?
The first literature review and meta-analysis to investigate omega-3 supplements and anxiety concludes that they could benefit some people.
Aspirin may reduce liver cancer risk
The latest study to investigate the relationship between regular aspirin use and liver cancer risk finds a significant positive interaction.
Do cannabinoids ease multiple sclerosis symptoms?
Uncovering whether cannabinoids can relieve the symptoms of multiple sclerosis is proving challenging. A new meta-analysis takes a look at the data.
Could it be possible to eliminate clogged arteries?
A new review concludes that by targeting B lipoproteins in middle-aged people, we could prevent atherosclerosis and associated cardiovascular diseases.
Intermittent fasting may help fight type 2 diabetes
A recently published small-scale study investigates whether intermittent fasting might be a useful intervention for individuals with type 2 diabetes.
Higher risk of alcohol- and suicide-related death in diabetes
Diabetes can severely impact a person's mental health. This may be why people with this condition are more at risk of death by suicide or due to alcohol.
Could this amino acid improve glucose control in diabetes?
The amino acid alanine lowers blood glucose by activating an enzyme that increases energy production in cells during fasting and exercise, a study reveals.
How perfectionism affects your (mental) health
Does this personality trait help us flourish and succeed, or can it hinder our happiness and harm our mental health? In this Spotlight, we explore.
How do hearing and sight influence cognitive decline?
Hearing and sight loss are tied to faster cognitive decline, so does addressing these issues slow down cognitive deterioration? New studies investigate.
Is sleeping too much bad for your brain?
The largest sleep study ever conducted concludes that both sleeping too little and too much negatively impacts cognitive ability, regardless of age.
How do dairy fats influence the risk of type 2 diabetes?
Seed oils are better for cholesterol than olive oil
The probiotic that kills antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Breast cancer: Omega-3-rich diet may stop tumors from spreading
Can eating too much fruit cause type 2 diabetes?
New risk factor for mouth cancer uncovered
Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of dementia
Drugs could one day treat nearsightedness, reveals gene study
Newly discovered molecule could treat heart failure
Cancer: Alternative therapies are popular but risky
Vitamin A supplements could harm bone health
Osteoarthritis: New compound may stop the disease
Existing drug shows promise for treating aggressive breast cancer
Why depression, trauma can make you age faster
Bipolar disorder: A good diet may boost treatment
Can apathy predict dementia?
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