More physical activity linked to lower type 2 diabetes risk in adults
New research being presented at the Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD)…
Flavorings, colors and sweeteners emerge as UPF markers linked to depression risk
By tracking dozens of ingredients associated with ultra-processed foods, researchers investigated whether some components of the modern diet…
Physical Activity Paradox: Why Some Exercise Raises Dementia Risk While Leisure Workouts Protect the Brain
Not all physical activity is equal when it comes to protecting the brain from dementia. Where and why…
Nighttime light linked to conflicting signs of biological aging
Satellite-based residential light exposure was associated with opposing biological aging signals: PhenoAge indicated accelerated aging, while KDM-BA suggested…
Taste preference genes drive overeating and metabolic disease risk
Ever wonder why some people crave sweets while others can take them or leave them? Preliminary findings from…
New genomic map identifies hundreds of genes governing bone health
In a global breakthrough published in Nature Genetics, researchers have successfully mapped the cells and genes that regulate…
Genetic data may predict steroid side effect risk
Oral corticosteroids (OCSs) are widely used and effective in the treatment of chronic inflammatory conditions such as arthritis,…
Low blood pressure shows strongest link to Alzheimer’s disease
Numerous types of cardiovascular disease and CVD risk factors were linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease,…
Machine learning model predicts liver cancer risk with high accuracy
Bottom line: A machine learning model that analyzes patient demographics, electronic health record data, and routine blood test…
Higher intake of ultra processed foods linked to weaker bones
From flavored yogurts to frozen pizzas, breakfast cereals and instant oats, ultra-processed foods are convenient, often cheaper items…
Are socially isolated people more likely to develop cancer? Study of 350,000 adults explores the risk
A massive UK Biobank analysis suggests that objective social isolation may modestly increase cancer risk, particularly in women,…
Genome sequencing data reveals new insights into Epstein-Barr virus immunity
The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) can cause certain types of cancer or autoimmune diseases, but how the body controls…