Share on PinterestThe risk of “scromiting” increases with chronic cannabis use, especially daily use. Maskot/Getty Images A vomiting disorder linked to chronic cannabis use, known colloquially as “scromiting,” is rising sharply across the United States. A new national analysis reveals that cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) cases increased fivefold from 2016 to 2022, particularly among young […]
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Examining the impact of gestational diabetes genetic susceptibility variants on maternal glucose levels during and post pregnancy
Aim Genetic variants associated with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM, n=14 SNPs) were recently classified into two groups: type 2 diabetes predominant effects (Class-T, three SNPs) and GDM-predominant effects (Class-G, eight SNPs; three SNPs unclassified). We aimed to compare the effects of GDM-associated variants on glucose levels (fasting glucose and 2-hour post-OGTT) measured during versus post […]
Read MoreHigh-density lipoprotein cholesterol and kidney disease progression in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: the Fukushima Cohort Study
Introduction Dyslipidemia is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), but its association with kidney disease progression remains incompletely defined. Although low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) has been linked to diabetic nephropathy, evidence regarding hard kidney outcomes is limited. We examined the associations between HDL-C and kidney events in […]
Read MoreTrends in cardiovascular disease prevalence among adults with type 1 diabetes in the USA: analysis of commercial claims data, 2017-2021
Introduction Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a common complication and major cause of mortality in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). This study quantifies the prevalence of CVD among commercially insured adults with T1D in the USA from 2017 to 2021, overall and among age-defined and sex-defined subgroups. Research design and methods We used Merative MarketScan […]
Read MoreWHO Recommends GLP-1 Drugs for Obesity: What to Know
Share on PinterestThe WHO recommended GLP-1s as a treatment for obesity alongside a healthy diet and regular exercise. Milles Team/Stocksy New guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend using GLP-1 medications to help manage obesity. The agency said the weight-loss drugs should be used in conjunction with a healthy diet and regular exercise. Experts […]
Read MoreExperts Discuss the Benefits and Risks
Share on PinterestNew research suggests that stopping GLP-1 drugs before pregnancy is linked to complications like gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images A recent study suggests that stopping GLP-1s before pregnancy may be linked to higher rates of complications and excessive gestational weight gain. Experts caution that the findings don’t necessarily prove causation and […]
Read More‘Invisible Day’ to Cure Holiday Stress? 3 Experts Explain
Share on PinterestSome experts say that taking an ‘invisible day’ could help us cope with stress during busy periods. Image credit: Jessie Casson/Getty Images An ‘invisible day’ is a new self-care trend that encourages people to take time to destress and decompress. Some experts suggest that invisible days may have mental health benefits, such as […]
Read MoreLean Beef Safe to Eat, Study Says
Previous research has suggested a link between beef consumption and a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, especially in Western-style eating plans. A recent study indicates that moderate consumption of lean, unprocessed beef as part of a Mediterranean diet may not worsen risk factors for cardiovascular disease. However, health experts note that further research is necessary […]
Read MoreWhich Is Better for Health?
Share on PinterestNew research suggests that a plant-based diet can offer similar nutritional benefits to the Mediterranean diet. Nadine Greeff/Stocksy A new study suggests that well-designed plant-based dietary plans could match the nutritional quality of a Mediterranean-style omnivorous dietary pattern. Researchers compared four 7-day meal plans for different dietary plans, which offered similar amounts of […]
Read MoreHow Ultra-Processed Foods Affect Risk
Share on PinterestHow do ultra-processed foods affect diabetes? Here’s the latest evidence. Image credit: Maskot/Getty Images Research shows that around 70% of the food supply chain in the United States consists of ultra-processed foods. A recent study shows that around one in 10 new cases of type 2 diabetes and around 3% of new cardiovascular […]
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