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Month: February 2019

Posted on 23 February 20194 January 2020

An increased intake of saturated fatty acids increases the risk of hip fracture and an increased intake of monounsaturated fatty acids derived from animal sources increases the risk of fractures

In September 2018 researchers from Iran published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association between dietary fat intake, saturated fatty acids, monounsaturated fatty acids and the … Read more

Posted on 22 February 20194 January 2020

An altered gut microbiota may promote cancer by driving inflammatory responses; it also plays an important role in obesity, a risk factor for pancreatic cancer

In December 2018 researchers from the USA published their review on the risk factors associated with pancreatic cancer. Recent studies have revealed that obesity and pancreatic cancer are strongly associated. … Read more

Posted on 22 February 20194 January 2020

An exercise programme appears to improve blood glucose levels, gut microbiota composition and leaky gut in individuals with diabetes type 2

In February 2019 researchers from Italy published the results of their study to assess the role of exercise on the gut microbiota composition and leaky gut in individuals with diabetes … Read more

Posted on 22 February 20194 January 2020

Rectal cancer survivors may find that controlling meal portions, timing regularity and refraining from late night eating improves bowel associated symptoms

In December 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their survey on self-reported dietary and behavioural modifications used by long-term (5 years and over) survivors of rectal cancer … Read more

Posted on 22 February 20194 January 2020

E-cigarettes are just as effective as nicotine patches and satisfaction with the product is also similar

In September 2018 researchers from the USA and Canada published the results of their study to assess the feasibility and acceptability of e-cigarettes, compared to nicotine patch, for smoking cessation. … Read more

Posted on 22 February 20194 January 2020

Mindfulness or meditation, yoga, Tai Chi and Qigong appear to improve cognitive function and everyday functioning in adults with mild cognitive impairment

In February 2019 researchers from Portugal published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of different mind-body interventions, such as mindfulness or meditation, yoga, Tai Chi … Read more

Posted on 22 February 20194 January 2020

Chlorhexidine mouthwash appears to reduce dental plaque when used in addition to toothbrushing but has no effect on gingivitis

In March 2017 researchers from the UK and Ireland published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of chlorhexidine mouthwash on gingivitis and plaque. A total … Read more

Posted on 22 February 20194 January 2020

An inactive lifestyle is associated with an increased risk of young-onset colorectal cancer, particularly of the rectum

In November 2018 researchers from the USA, China and the Republic of Korea assessed the effect of sedentary behaviour, primarily time watching television, on risk of young-onset colorectal cancer in … Read more

Posted on 21 February 20194 January 2020

Gum disease appears to be associated with a higher risk of venous thromboembolism

In January 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the association between gum disease and risk of venous thromboembolism. A total of 8,092 individuals … Read more

Posted on 21 February 201921 February 2020

Rheumatoid arthritis activity may be highest in spring followed by winter

In January 2019 researchers from Japan published the results of their study to assess whether the seasons influenced rheumatoid arthritis activity. A total of 12,839 individuals were investigated, and involved … Read more

Posted on 21 February 20194 January 2020

Exposure to monoethyl phthalate during pregnancy appears to be associated with gestational diabetes

In February 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the association between 11 urinary phthalate metabolites and gestational diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance and continuous … Read more

Posted on 21 February 201921 February 2020

Winter, increased barometric pressure, and higher humidity are associated with higher presentation rates of carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis, lateral epicondylitis, hand arthritis, and distal radius fractures

In July 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess whether there are any seasonal and weather variations in the presentation of common upper extremity … Read more

Posted on 21 February 20194 January 2020

Can interventions changing gut microbiota composition and/or function reduce the risk of bone fractures?

In February 2019 a researcher from Switzerland published his review on gut microbiota and its role in bone health.  He stated that gut microbiota is made up of trillions of … Read more

Posted on 21 February 20194 January 2020

A higher intake of plant-based products along with a lower intake of animal products may reduce the risk of insulin resistance, prediabetes and diabetes type 2

In September 2018 researchers from The Netherlands published the results of their study to assess whether adherence to a diet high in plant-based foods and low in animal products was … Read more

Posted on 21 February 201921 November 2019

Increase in running speed on a treadmill leads to a more constrained running pattern

In August 218 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the effect of different treadmill running speeds on the coordination and variability of coordination in … Read more

Posted on 21 February 20194 January 2020

Runners may find that minimalist shoes improve plantar flexor strength more than conventional shoes

In August 2018 researchers from Australia and the USA published the results of their study to assess whether male runners improved their running performance when gradually transitioning to using minimalist … Read more

Posted on 21 February 20194 January 2020

Runners should limit their weekly training distance in minimalist shoes to avoid running-related pain, with heavier runners having a greater risk of injury

In April 2017 researchers from Australia published the results of their study to compare running-related pain and injury between minimalist and conventional shoes in trained runners and to assess interactions … Read more

Posted on 21 February 201921 February 2020

The body responds to fructose intake regardless of source and increases plasma uric acid concentrations

In February 2018 researchers from New Zealand published the results of their study to assess whether fructose present in fruit is of sufficient quantity or in a form that is … Read more

Posted on 20 February 20194 January 2020

A higher fish consumption appears to reduce the risk of inflammatory bowel disease and a higher intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids significantly reduces the risk of ulcerative colitis

In January 2019 researchers from Iran published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association between fish consumption and dietary intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and … Read more

Posted on 20 February 201921 November 2019

Women may find that long-term processed red meat consumption is associated with an increased risk of congestive obstructive pulmonary disease, particularly in ex-smokers

In March 2018 researchers from Sweden, Poland and USA published the results of their study to assess the association between long-term red meat consumption and risk of congestive obstructive pulmonary … Read more

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