Understanding Your Limits: The Fine Line of Wine Consumption
A study published in The Lancet investigates the risks of premature death in wine drinkers and finds that the limit should much lower than
Debunking the Chronic Kidney Disease Myth: Facts You Need to Know
Myth: The risk for chronic kidney disease is not linked to low potassium levels. Truth: This is false. The kidneys regulate levels of potassium
Uncovering the Link Between Lifestyle Factors and Rising Cardiometabolic Disease Rates
A recent study explored the prevalence of cardiometabolic multimorbidity in Canada, highlighting lifestyle behaviours that may be linked. The prevalence of cardiometabolic diseases such
The Hidden Costs of Fast-Food Convenience You Need to Know
A nation-wide study in The Netherlands investigated whether the risk of developing heart disease is higher in people who live near fast-food restaurants. The
The Importance of Having a Primary Care Doctor for Your Health and Wellness
Researchers in the US compared the healthcare experiences of patients with and without a primary care doctor. In the USA, the healthcare system
Exploring the Typhoid Vaccine: Does It Offer Protection Against Multiple Health Threats?
A recent study investigated the protective effects of a typhoid vaccine against microbes that are not the target of prevention. Typhoid fever is
Unlocking the Benefits of Vitamin D: Essential Insights on the Sunshine Vitamin
Vitamin D is also known as the sunshine vitamin – what are the health benefits of vitamin D, what is the function of vitamin
Exploring the Impact of a Plant-Based Anti-Inflammatory Diet on Gingivitis Management
In a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology, researchers studied the link between a plant-based diet and gingivitis in patients. Gingivitis
Understanding the Connection Between Alcohol and Mental Health: Impact of Drinking on Your Brain
Alcohol plays a major role in social settings, relaxation, and even coping mechanisms. But behind the temporary buzz, it has a profound impact on
Understanding the Link Between OCD Symptoms in Children and Increased Risk of Psychological Disorders
A recent study examined the prevalence of OCD symptoms in children, and their association with lifetime psychological disorders. Obsessive-compulsive disorder, believed to be a
Strength Exercises and Dementia: A Potential Path to Slowing Cognitive Decline
Research scientists at a rehabilitation clinic in the UK wanted to know if aerobic strength exercises positively affected those with dementia. Millions of people
Gaming for Good: How Computer Games Are Emerging as a Therapeutic Tool for Depression
Serious computer games possess potential as mental health therapy, but more research in this area is needed. Computer games have become part of
Understanding the Elevated Suicide Risk Among Physicians and Veterinarians
Compared to the general public, physicians and veterinarians are at an increased risk for suicide. A new review examines potential risk factors and theories
Exploring the Connection Between Psychological Wellbeing and HDL Cholesterol Levels
A recently published study has examined the effects of psychological well-being on lipid profiles including HDL cholesterol levels. For many years the link between
Terapia de Flotación: Una Solución Efectiva para Combatir la Ansiedad y la Depresión
Los investigadores en los Estados Unidos investigan si la terapia de flotación puede reducir síntomas de ansiedad, estrés, y depresión en una muestra clínica.
Understanding the Role of Genetics in Depression Development
A recent study examined the effects of genes, specifically polygenic in nature, on the development of depression, as well as its severity and age
O Impacto do Ioga na Perturbação Pós-Traumática do Stress: Benefícios e Práticas Eficazes
Um estudo recente publicado em BMC Psychiatry examina o impacto do ioga na perturbação pós-traumática do stress como um tratamento complementar à intervenção terapêutica.
瑜伽在创伤后应激障碍治疗中的神奇作用揭秘
來自《BMC 精神病学》的一項新近研究评估了瑜伽对治疗创伤后应激障碍的成效。 创伤后应激障碍（PTSD）是一种常见的精神疾患，全球约有6.1 %患上创伤后应激障碍。严重的创伤经历會导致创伤后应激障碍，通常是目睹或遭遇到暴力、战争或自然灾害的威胁事件后形成。当中也不乏退伍军人及遭受暴力或性侵犯对待的受害者。患者通常会有反复的、非自主的和对事件的侵入性记忆。目前，治疗创伤后应激障碍的方法通常为心理学和药理学方法。根据目前的循证医学，心理治疗是根治创伤后应激障碍最为有效的方法。然而，大部分的患者都拒绝接受心理治疗，因此补充治疗变得更为重要。新近一項发表在《BMC 精神病学》的文章综述了德国研究人员对瑜伽用于辅助治疗创伤后应激障碍的成效。 瑜伽可如何改善创伤后应激障碍症状？ 传统瑜伽结合了精神和哲学，是一种整合心灵，身体和精神的整体手段。瑜伽有被用于许多其他精神疾病的补充治疗，包括焦虑症、精神病和抑郁症。体育锻炼是瑜伽中的一个重要元素，它被认为可减轻因压力产生的负荷和副交感神经活动问题。瑜伽活动可直接影响称为杏仁核的大脑区域，均衡大脑的副交感神经系统。 瑜伽可带来生理和心理上的好处 瑜伽被认为对创伤后应激障碍患者有生理和心理上的好处。它通过练习放松、冥想和呼吸來达至冷静。在练习瑜伽的时候，参与者能专注地判断不愉快情绪和记忆。这为那些受创伤后应激障碍影响的患者提供了心理上的改善。 這項研究是使用系统性文献回顾及统合分析方法进行。该研究分析的对象皆由临床医师管理的仪器或经过验证的自我诊断的创伤后应激障碍病人。他们都在某程度上表现了一定的身体或精神障碍。该研究也包含了所有类型的瑜伽、锻炼频率和持续时间。实验结果与沒有参与瑜伽的病人进行对照比较。 后续需要更多的研究来证实研究结果 這項研究指出瑜伽对创伤后应激障碍患者在统计学上有显着的影响。然而，瑜伽并不主要用于注意力控制和干预，所以其真实效果有待验证。由于這項研究大部分都在北美进行，其结果认受性有限。此外，此研究中使用的自我报告数据也许存在不可靠和不精确性。因此，更多高质量的研究数据对于确实本研究发现至关重要。 作者：Sonia Leslie Fernandez, Medical News Writer 译者：Man-tik Choy, Ph.D 参考文献: Cramer,
Transform Your Sleep: How the Internet Might Be Disrupting Your Nights
Researchers in Korea recently investigated whether a lack of sleep in young teens and poor sleep quality might be linked to excessive internet use.
Debunking the Metformin and Pregnancy Myth: What You Need to Know
Myth: Using metformin during pregnancy causes birth defects. Truth: This is false. Metformin is an oral tablet that is used to treat high blood