Eating more animal protein may slightly lower cancer mortality
New findings challenge the long-held belief that animal protein raises mortality risk, showing no harm for longevity and…
Genetic variants mimicking IL-6 inhibition linked to lower cardiovascular risk
People with lower interleukin-6 activity have a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, a new LMU study reveals. Lowering…
Data gaps worsen cardiovascular health inequities in racialized and Indigenous communities
A new study has revealed that racialized and Indigenous communities across Europe, North America, and Central America face…
Is a statin drug right for you? Researchers try to right-size the risk
It’s a math problem with life-and-death consequences. When a new and improved model for estimating the risk of…
Fasting supports type 1 diabetes care by reshaping the microbiome
A week of supervised fasting temporarily reshaped the gut microbiome of people with type 1 diabetes, making it…
Young adults with bipolar disorder show signs of early heart dysfunction
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of premature deaths in patients with bipolar disorder worldwide. In a novel…
Mediterranean diet success looks different for women and men, study of 4,000 adults reveals
Why women ace Mediterranean eating but struggle with sleep, while men win at activity, and how both can…
How moving to a walkable city can add 1,100 steps to your day
A nationwide study shows that relocating to a more walkable city leads to sustained increases in daily steps…
Another reason to lower blood pressure: reduced risk of dementia
A study in rural China demonstrating the power of intensive blood pressure control clinched the deal. The large,…
Brain’s energy control map offers blueprint for next-gen weight loss therapies
A deep dive into the brain’s command center for hunger shows how decoding its circuits could transform the…
Study links epigenetic markers to cardiovascular risk in type 2 diabetes
People with type 2 diabetes are up to four times more likely to have heart attacks, strokes, anginas…
Understanding the complex relationship between ultraprocessed foods and health
Ultraprocessed foods or UPFs are a growing concern due to their widespread consumption and impact on potential health…