Study finds high intake of ultra-processed foods tied to reduced DNA methylation
Researchers have found that women who consume more ultra-processed foods exhibit widespread differences in DNA methylation, suggesting early…
Long-term use of melatonin supplements linked to higher risk of heart failure and death
Long-term use of melatonin supplements, often used to promote sleep and address insomnia, was associated with a higher…
Low-calorie diets linked to higher psoriatic arthritis risk, genetic study suggests
While often promoted for health benefits, low-calorie diets may carry hidden inflammatory risks, as genetic evidence reveals a…
Drinking less water daily spikes your stress hormone
Researchers discovered that people who don’t drink enough water react with sharper cortisol spikes during stressful events, explaining…
WHO’s new report highlights the urgent need to address NCDs and mental health
The World Health Organization (WHO) today released a new report titled “Saving lives, spending less”, revealing that an…
Acupuncture treatment improves disabling effects of chronic low back pain in older adults
Friday, September 12, 2025 NIH-funded study supports acupuncture needling as a safe and effective pain treatment for this…
New genetic test redefines diagnosis and management of hereditary pancreatitis
A new genetic test developed at Mayo Clinic is redefining how clinicians diagnose and manage hereditary pancreatitis. Pancreatitis, inflammation…
Genes play an active role in shaping the gut bacteria, study finds
New research from the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre has found that genes play an active role in shaping…
Study uncovers three-way relationships between gut fungi, genetics and disease risk
A new genome-wide study uncovers evidence of the first three-way relationships between human genetic variation, variation in the…
Using AI models to improve prediction of CKD’s progression to end-stage renal disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a complex condition marked by a gradual decline in kidney function, which can…
Study finds links between human genetic variation, gut mycobiome, and chronic disease risk
Clinicians’ ability to diagnose and treat chronic diseases is limited by scientific uncertainty around factors contributing to disease…
Gut bacteria and insomnia influence each other in small but significant ways, study shows
New genetic analysis reveals that insomnia and gut microbes shape each other, offering fresh clues to why poor…