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news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Lily Ramsey
Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLMAsthma symptoms tend to ebb and flow throughout the day, often worsening overnight. This pattern suggests that aligning asthma medication with the body’s natural rhythm—an approach known as chronotherapy—could improve disease control by enhancing medication effectiveness. A recent study published in BMJ Journals compared three different dosing schedules across 24 hours to identify the most effective regimen for managing asthma.
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news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Lily Ramsey
Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLMFermented foods—especially vegetables—are increasingly recognized for their positive impact on gut health, largely through their influence on the microbiome. A recent study published in Applied and Environmental Microbiology explored how fermented cabbage (commonly known as sauerkraut) supports gut barrier integrity, focusing on its soluble metabolites and its protective effects against epithelial damage in an in vitro model.
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news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Lily Ramsey
Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLMMost of us have heard the advice: “Cut back on salt if you have high blood pressure.” But what if the solution isn’t just about eating less sodium, but also about eating more potassium? Study: Modulation of blood pressure by dietary potassium and sodium: sex differences and modeling analysis.
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news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Lily Ramsey
Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLMWhat is Semaglutide and how does it work? Clinical evidence: Semaglutide for weight loss in menopausal womenPotential benefits for women in menopauseRisks and considerationsHow Semaglutide fits into a comprehensive weight management planThe future of GLP-1 therapies for weight management in menopauseUnwanted weight gain occurs in 70% of women post-menopause.
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news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Lily Ramsey
Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLMNew research highlights how GLP-1 receptor agonists influence gut bacteria, offering insights into their broader metabolic and anti-inflammatory benefits. Study: Effects of GLP-1 Analogues and Agonists on the Gut Microbiota: A Systematic Review.
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2 weeks ago | 
news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Lily Ramsey
Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLMFood additives are everywhere these days, largely due to the surge in processed food consumption. Yet despite their widespread use, we still know relatively little about how these additives interact—and how they may affect our health in combination. A recent study published in PLOS Medicine examines this further, examining how mixtures of common food additives may relate to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
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news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Benedette Cuffari
Reviewed by Benedette Cuffari, M.Sc.A study revealed that Jun13296, a novel PLpro inhibitor, demonstrates potent antiviral and anti-inflammatory effects in vivo, offering hope for future COVID-19 therapies beyond Paxlovid. Study: Design of quinoline SARS-CoV-2 papain-like protease inhibitors as oral antiviral drug candidates.
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news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Lily Ramsey
Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLMA decade-long study reveals that specific pollutants, especially from industry and residential fuels, are linked to declines in memory, executive function, and language skills in older adults. Study: Cognitive Performance and Long-term Exposure to Outdoor Air Pollution: Findings from the Harmonised Cognitive Assessment Protocol Sub-Study of the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing (ELSA-HCAP).
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news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Benedette Cuffari
Reviewed by Benedette Cuffari, M.Sc.Study finds that a high-fat diet boosts platelet activation and tumor cell homing—effects reversible with diet change or platelet depletion. Study: The Impact of a High -Fat Diet and Platelet Activation On Pre-Metastatic Niche Formation. Image Credit: Gerain0812 / Shutterstock.comA recent study published in Nature Communications explores the role of a high-fat diet (HFD) in promoting the formation of premetastatic niches (PMNs) and platelet activation.
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news-medical.net | Liji Thomas |Lily Ramsey
Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLMA new study suggests that regular PE supplementation could support healthy aging by lowering systolic blood pressure and key inflammatory markers in adults over 55. Study: Effects of Pomegranate Extract on Inflammatory Markers and Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Adults Aged 55–70 Years: A Randomised Controlled Parallel Trial. Image Credit: Mixa74/Shutterstock.comChronic low-grade inflammation often increases with age—a phenomenon known as inflammaging.
