Medicine
Unlock the Surprising Health Benefits of Dairy You Might Be Overlooking
A Canadian study published in The Lancet examined the association between dairy products and cardiovascular disease and mortality and found that we may be
Link Between Sleeping Pill Use and Increased Blood Pressure Medication Needs
High blood pressure is a common condition among older people. Fortunately, blood pressure medications can reduce blood pressure and therefore reduce the cardiovascular risks
Revolutionary Microneedle Pill Set to Replace Insulin Injections for Diabetes Management
Researchers from The Massachusetts Institute of Technology developed a new microneedle pill that can deliver insulin through the stomach, potentially replacing injections for patients
Unlocking the Benefits of Ubiquinol Supplements for Managing Type 2 Diabetes
The recent development of an innovative liquid ubiquinol supplement led researchers to examine possible ubiquinol benefits for type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes has
Eating Healthy on a Budget: Tips and Strategies for Affordable Nutrition
Published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, researchers created a two-week menu to see if it is possible to eat healthy on
Understanding Psoriasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatments
What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is an incurable autoimmune disease. Although the skin is mainly affected, it can also affect nails and bones. 1-3 percent
Top Strategies for Effectively Treating Urinary Incontinence
Researchers analyzed evidence from previous studies to determine the most effective approaches for treating urinary incontinence in women. Urinary incontinence is the involuntary
Boost Your Heart Health: The Importance of Exercise According to Recent Studies
A recent study reviewed the effects of physical inactivity on the risk of cardiovascular disease and the environmental factors influencing a heart-healthy lifestyle among
Effective Nutrition and Physical Activity Strategies for Weight Loss in Obese Students
Nutrition and physical activity intervention for obese students may lead to weight loss and healthier eating habits. The obesity epidemic is increasing all over
E-Cigarettes vs Combustible Cigarettes: Study Reveals Similar Cardiovascular Risks
A recent study has reported an insignificant impact of e-cigarette use on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk.1 The study was published in the American Heart
Understanding HPV Tests: Are They a Viable Alternative to Pap Smears?
Cervical cancer is a serious disease affecting many women worldwide. About 99.7% of cases are associated with the human papillomavirus (HPV) . While screening
Debunking the Insulin and Plasma Glucose Myth: What You Need to Know
Myth: Fasting insulin and plasma glucose will not help in determining diet success. Truth: This is false. Obesity is becoming a global pandemic; as
Debunking the Hypothyroidism Myth: Understanding the Truth Behind Thyroid Health
Myth: Levothyroxine, a manmade alternative to thyroid hormone, can treat subclinical hypothyroidism Truth: This is false. According to a study published in The New
Exploring the Benefits of Wireless Blood Pressure Monitors for Continuous Data Tracking
Researchers in Australia recently developed a wireless blood pressure monitor for continuous blood pressure monitoring. About 1.25 billion people worldwide suffer from blood pressure
Exploring the Impact of Low-Carb Diets on Type 1 Diabetes Management
A recent study in the US evaluated the impact a very low-carb diet had on glycaemic control in children and adults with type 1
Exploring the Effectiveness of Fentanyl Test Strips in Preventing Drug Overdoses
In light of the escalating opioid crisis in North America, a recent study investigated whether equipping drug users with fentanyl test strips could decrease
Ingrezza: FDA Approves First Drug for Effective Tardive Dyskinesia Treatment
FDA approves the novel drug Ingrezza, which targets the vesicular monoamine transporter 2 implicated in dopamine release and motor control Dyskinesia is a
Maximizing Heart Health: How Methylxanthines Boost the Benefits of Cocoa Flavanols
A new study finds cocoa flavanols and methylxanthines work synergistically to enhance cardiovascular benefits. Flavanols are compounds found in various plants. Dark colored
Comparing Clopidogrel and Ticagrelor: Which Blood Thinner Is Safer for Your Heart?
A large clinical trial funded by Astra-Zeneca compared the safety between two blood thinners – clopidogrel and ticagrelor. Heart attacks are the second leading cause of
Unraveling the Truth Behind the Diabetes Management Rumour
Rumour: Patients with diabetes are able to manage their diabetes very well, as insulin pens and dosage are easy to follow. Truth: This is