Iron is good for your health, but the source of the iron may affect your risk of diabetes, according to the study. Researchers found that heme iron, which is found in red meat and other animal products, may raise the risk of type 2 diabetes. In contrast, non-heme iron in plant-based foods does not pose […]
Friendships in adolescence may be crucial to mental health. Scientists are talking not only about the support they provide during hard times, but also about how their genetic makeup may affect you. The characteristics of your friends, particularly their genetic predisposition to mental health problems, may affect your mental health risks, a recent study has […]
Sugar is a known health risk for several metabolic diseases, including diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. But are sugar substitutes risk-free? A novel study by scientists provides more evidence of the increased risks associated with using sugar substitutes, indicating that erythritol, a popular low-calorie sweetener, may enhance the risk of heart attacks and strokes. A […]
Every disease is shaped by a genetic component, as well as environmental factors such as air pollution, climate, and socioeconomic status. However, the extent to which genetics or environment play a role in disease risk -; and how much of each can be attributed -; is not well understood. As a result, the actions individuals […]
Pesticides are imperative for achieving high crop yields and ensuring food security, but at what cost to human health? The study adds to growing concerns by revealing that the cancer risk associated with pesticide utilize in agriculture is similar to that of smoking. The cancer risks of smoking are well-known, but scientists are now making […]
Excess body weight increases the risk of neurodegenerative diseases, but studies have shown that it is not always just the total body weight that matters, but also the body composition. Scientists have found that people who store fat around their abdomen and arms have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease compared to […]
In a study published in Journal of the American Geriatrics SocietyBoth chronic and fresh anxiety were associated with an increased risk of dementia. However, where anxiety subsided, there was no association with dementia risk. The study involved 2,132 people with an average age of 76 who participated in the Hunter Community Study in Australia and […]
In a recent study published in JAMA network openResearchers examined the association between hormone therapy (HMT) used to treat breast cancer and the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) (a group of cognitive disorders that cause memory loss and impaired thinking) in women aged 65 and older. Test: Alzheimer’s disease and related […]
The study revealed a surprising link between endometriosis and ovarian cancer risk. According to the results, people with endometriosis are at four times greater risk of ovarian cancer. Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, leading to stern pelvic pain during menstruation, sexual intercourse, bowel movements, or […]
Recent European Oncological Urology study assessed the risk of death, based on Gleason score and clinical parameters, in patients with prostate cancer (PC). Test: Risk of Death in Patients with Biopsy-Determined Gleason Group 1 Prostate Cancer. Photo source: Korawat/Shutterstock.com photo session Prostate Cancer and Gleason Score The Gleason score is a scoring system that ranges […]
