Recommended Blood Sugar Levels to Prevent Diabetes-related Harm
The levels of long-term blood sugar, HbA1c, can be used to accurately determine the risk of a person with type 1 diabetes developing eye- and…
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Obesity is caused by Insufficient Insulin Processing
Overweight increases the risk of an imbalance in sugar metabolism and even of diabetes. A research group at the University of Basel has now shown…
Adding to the Micronutrient Picture for Plant-based Milk Substitutes
Plant-based milk alternatives are an attractive option for people with allergies or intolerances, or who prefer a dairy-free diet. However, because some essential minerals are…
Globally Cancer Rates among Adults under 50 are Rising
A study reveals that the incidence of early-onset cancers (those diagnosed before age 50), including cancers of the breast, colon, esophagus, kidney, liver, and pancreas…
Connective Tissue Disease
A connective tissue disease is any disease that affects the parts of the body that connect the body’s structures. Tissues connect all of the structures…
Ovarian and Endometrial Cancer are prevented by using Oral Contraceptives
A comprehensive study from Uppsala University, involving more than 250,000 women, shows that oral contraceptive use protects against ovarian and endometrial cancer. The protective effect…
Cephalic Disorders
Cephalic disorders are birth defects caused by damage to or abnormal development of the developing nervous system. These are not always the result of a…
Children’s Mental Health can be assessed using Robots
Robots can be better at detecting mental wellbeing issues in children than parent-reported or self-reported testing, a new study suggests. A team of roboticists, computer…
Does The Trick That People Are Spreading to Deal With Tinnitus Actually Work?
Over the past few days, a piece of advice for dealing with tinnitus has been extensively shared on Twitter and Reddit, with many saying that…
Coagulopathy – a bleeding disorder
Coagulopathy (also known as a bleeding disorder) is a condition that impairs the blood’s ability to coagulate (form clots). It is a condition in which…
According to Research, Moderate Physical Activity benefits the Brain
Even moderate physical activity has a positive effect on the brain. DZNE researchers led by Dr. Ahmad Aziz deduce this from examinations of 2,550 participants…
Some Leisure Activities may Reduce the Risk of Death in Older People
Older adults who participate weekly in many different types of leisure time activities, such as walking for exercise, jogging, swimming laps, or playing tennis, may…
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