Retinal Changes Emerge Years Before Parkinson’s Disease
People with Parkinson’s disease had retinal changes that could be seen with optical coherence tomography (OCT) years before diagnosis, cross-sectional data suggested. Both incident and prevalent Parkinson’s disease were associated with reduced ganglion cell-inner plexiform layer (GCIPL) and inner nuclear layer (INL) thicknesses, reported Siegfried Karl Wagner, MSc, MD, of University College London in England, […]
Data researchers connect diet to changes in the microbiome
“Should I be taking a probiotic?” is a question that Maggie Stanislawski, PhD, assistant professor in the University of Colorado Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI), gets asked often. The answer is complicated. Every person’s gut microbiome is unique, and many probiotic supplements sold in grocery stores may not effectively bolster gut health for everyone, she […]
Molecules in vegetables can help to ease lung infection
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have found that molecules in vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower help to maintain a healthy barrier in the lung and ease infection. The AHR — aryl hydrocarbon receptor — is a protein found at barrier sites like the gut and the lung. Natural molecules in cruciferous vegetables — for […]
Are You ‘Intellectualizing’ To Avoid Distress? Here’s How To Tell.
Justin Paget via Getty Images It’s important for the coping process that you find a balance between emotional and logical responses to traumatic events. After a traumatic event, people often unknowingly turn to defense mechanisms as a response to stress and uncomfortable emotions, rather than genuinely processing what happened. One such common response is a […]
Appeals Court Backs Some Limits to Abortion Pill Access
A federal appeals court ruled 2-1 Wednesday that the abortion pill mifepristone (Mifeprex) should remain on the market, although with some restrictions. “We conclude that the medical organizations and doctors’ claim as to the [drug’s] 2000 approval [not being valid] is likely barred by the statute of limitations,” wrote Judge Jennifer Walker Elrod of the […]
Semaglutide medication may benefit 93 million U.S. adults
Researchers from the University of California, Irvine have just published a study that projects 93 million U.S. adults that are overweight and obese may be suitable for the 2.4 mg dosage of semaglutide, a weight loss medication known under the brand name Wegovy. They projected based on the known weight loss effects (15% average weight […]
Brain’s ‘appetite control center’ different in people who are overweight or living with obesity
Cambridge scientists have shown that the hypothalamus, a key region of the brain involved in controlling appetite, is different in the brains of people who are overweight and people with obesity when compared to people who are a healthy weight. The researchers say their findings add further evidence to the relevance of brain structure to […]
5 Habits That Can Drastically Improve Your Brain Health
Cavan Images via Getty Images There are a few daily habits that can improve your cognitive function and lower your risk for Alzheimer’s. As crucial as our brains are to our ability to function, they don’t get nearly the attention that certain muscle groups (or even wrinkles) do. Unless we’re dealing with a serious condition, […]
If Your Boogers Look Like This, It’s Time To See A Doctor
Westend61 via Getty Images Your mucus can tell you a lot about your health. Did you know that the color of your boogers has different meanings and can suggest potential health problems? “When encountering any change to mucus color, it is vital that people pay close attention to accompanying symptoms and overall health,” said Dr. […]
10 Skincare Picks From CVS That’ll Keep You Feeling Fresh This Summer
1. This Sun Bum Sunscreen Spray that has SPF 30 and a spray-on formula, making it perfect for everyday wear. CVS A hand spraying Sun Bum suntan lotion $17.49 (Also available in SPF 50) 2. This CVS Sport Clear Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Spray that’s designed with active people in mind. CVS CVS Sport sunscreen $9.29 (also available […]