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1 week ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestThe full effects of drinking are something experts are still trying to understand. One study discovered that heavy and former heavy drinking was associated with brain abnormalities like hyaline arteriolosclerosis and neurofibrillary tangles. The results also suggested that the effects of alcohol consumption are mediated by hyaline arteriolosclerosis, which may then affect people’s cognitive function.
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3 weeks ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestAtrial fibrillation is a common arrhythmia, and experts are interested in the relationship between atrial fibrillation and other conditions like dementia. Recent study results suggest that atrial fibrillation increases the risk of dementia and that the risk association is stronger for younger individuals. The results suggest the importance of treating atrial fibrillation as soon as possible and emphasizing possible preventative measures.
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3 weeks ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestThe link between diet and depression is a critical area of research. It could lead to finding effective strategies to treat depression. A study found that mice who consumed a high-salt diet developed depression. The findings also suggested that this was because the high salt diets affected the production of the cytokine IL-17A. The results highlight another potential reason to limit salt consumption.
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4 weeks ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestIn terms of death risk, liver cancer is one of the leading types of cancer linked to high mortality. Experts have been trying to find ways to help people who are most at risk for liver cancer. One study explored the use of statins, a class of medications typically used to lower LDL cholesterol levels to reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease.
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1 month ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestResearch is ongoing about how consuming wine may affect the risk of cancer. A recent meta-analysis did not find an association between consuming wine and overall cancer risk, regardless of wine type. White wine appeared to increase the risk for cancer when only cohort studies were considered, and to increase the risk for skin cancer and cancer, in general, in women. Alcohol consumption may increase the risk for some types of cancer, with the amount and frequency affecting risk.
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1 month ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestExperts are interested in how the gut microbiota may influence mental health conditions like anxiety. One narrative review suggests that people with anxiety can experience decreased microbial diversity and fewer short-chain fatty acid-producing bacteria. The finding also suggests that using probiotics could help to improve anxiety symptoms. The gut microbiota refers to the microorganisms that live in the gut.
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1 month ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestNonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a group of medications that people commonly use to help reduce pain and inflammation. Experts are interested in how NSAIDs may affect dementia risk. One study found that the use of NSAIDs for over 2 years was associated with a lower risk for dementia, while use for less time was associated with a slight increase in dementia risk.
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1 month ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestBlood clot formation can contribute to life threatening events like strokes and heart attacks. Experts are interested in ways to decrease people’s risk for blood clots. A study found that intermittent fasting may help minimize components of the blood clotting process by enhancing the production of indole-3-propionic acid by gut microorganisms. Blood clots can be dangerous and lead to complications like heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots in the lungs.
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1 month ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestOverweight and obesity can increase the risk for several types of cancer. Experts are interested in how to reduce body weight and cancer risk. A recent cohort study found that high adherence to a Mediterranean diet helped reduce the risk for obesity-linked cancers by 6%, and indicated that this was independent of body mass index and waist-to-hip ratio measurements. Obesity is a factor that can influence many areas of health, including cancer risk.
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1 month ago | 
medicalnewstoday.com | Jessica Freeborn
Share on PinterestDepression among people with diabetes remains a key health area to address. There has been recent interest in whether glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) affect depression risk. One recent study found that GLP-1RAs may help lower the risk for depression compared to another medication for diabetes treatment, dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors. Diabetes is a complex and chronic disease that can take a lot of work to manage properly.
