Major discoveries in the past have laid the foundation on which modern diabetes research has been built, and future findings can be anticipated. From this groundwork, we have pursued studies evaluating the role of β-cell function and β-cell mass in the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes. In considering β-cell function, studies of β-cell responses to […]
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Imaging of Pancreatic Perivascular Adipose Tissue: A CT-Derived Marker of Type 2 Diabetes Risk
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Christina Applegate Reveals She Was Misdiagnosed With MS After 5 Years
Share on PinterestChristina Applegate arrives for the 29th Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Century City, CA, on February 26, 2023. Valerie Macon/AFP via Getty Images Christina Applegate revealed that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) after sharing her diagnosis publicly in 2021. While her doctor now says she doesn’t […]
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ACOG Strongly Recommends Hormone Therapy for Menopause Symptoms
The ACOG released updated recommendations for the management of various menopause symptoms. MoMo Productions · DigitalVision/Getty The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) released expanded menopause management guidelines strongly recommending menopause hormone therapy (MHT) for vasomotor symptoms (VMS) and related sleep disturbances in eligible individuals. For individuals who can’t or don’t want to use […]
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Sleep: Could a Handful of Pistachios Before Bed Help?
A narrative review of current evidence suggests that pistachios may help support sleep. Pistachios contain nutrients associated with sleep health, including tryptophan, vitamin B6, magnesium, phytonutrient melatonin, fiber, and polyphenols, which may influence sleep-related biological processes. Studies of tryptophan supplements and dietary polyphenols suggest potential sleep benefits, but these findings do not establish that eating […]
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Can Ultra-processed Foods Damage Your Brain?
Share on PinterestRecent research has shown that high intake of ultra-processed foods may be associated with an increased risk of stroke. Liudmila Evsegneeva · Moment/Getty Healthy adults who consume high amounts of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may be more likely to show signs of vascular brain injury, which has been linked to stroke risk and cognitive […]
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What Type of Exercise Can Help Manage Menopause Mood Changes?
It is common for individuals to experience psychological symptoms during menopause, including depression, anxiety, low mood, stress, and difficulty with thinking and memory. These symptoms can have a significant effect on quality of life, with an estimated 1 in 10 women leaving work due to menopause symptoms. This study found that regular physical activity may […]
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Autoimmune Disease: Women Less Likely to Receive Accurate Diagnosis
Share on PinterestWomen with autoimmune disease are also more likely to be misdiagnosed with mental health conditions than men. MementoJpeg/Moment/Getty Images A new study found that women with autoimmune diseases often take longer to get a correct diagnosis. The researchers added that women are more likely to be misdiagnosed with mental health conditions than men. […]
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Life After Breast Cancer Treatment: What Patients Don’t Tell Doctors
Share on PinterestBreast cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death amongst women in most countries. Photo by Getty Breast cancer awareness has never been higher, but public knowledge and support after treatment haven’t kept pace, said Marisa Weiss, MD, founder and Chief Medical Officer at Breastcancer.org. The widest gap is the “quiet phase” after […]
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Colorectal Cancer: Do Ultra-Processed Foods Affect Risk?
Share on PinterestResearchers found no association between overall intake of ultra-processed foods and colorectal cancer in a large U.S. study. Anastasiia Krivenok/Moment/Getty Images Researchers report that consumption of ultra-processed foods doesn’t necessarily increase a person’s risk of developing colorectal cancer. They note that there is a wide range of foods considered ultra-processed, and each may […]
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