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Results From the original cohort of 477 siblings in the HKFDS and 863 presumably unrelated individuals in the BHBHK, 583 individuals were included in the present analysis, of whom 235 individuals from 104 families had a FmH-YOD and 348 unrelated individuals reported no FmH of diabetes (FmH-NONE) (figure 1 and online supplemental figure 1). In […]

Share on PinterestExperts say there’s no compelling evidence of a “best” diet for weight loss. Anchiy/Getty Images Intermittent fasting resulted in similar weight loss as traditional calorie restriction, according to a new review. One form of intermittent fasting, known as whole-day fasting, did yield slightly more weight loss than caloric restriction. Experts say that the […]

Share on PinterestTo lose weight with GLP-1 drugs and keep it off, it’s important to adopt lifestyle habits like a balanced diet and regular exercise. Steve Christo – Corbis/Getty Images Researchers report that people taking GLP-1 drugs in daily life don’t lose as much weight as those in clinical trials who take the same medications. […]

Share on PinterestAs the Nimbus variant increases in the U.S., many are reporting an unusually intense sore throat, described as feeling like swallowing razor blades. Ozgur Cankaya/Getty Images The Nimbus variant of COVID-19 is on the rise, as many have reported a painful symptom they’re calling “razor blade throat.” If you have a severe sore […]

Share on PinterestA new study builds on evidence warning of the heart health harms associated with cannabis use. Stocksy United A new scientific analysis indicates that cannabis use may increase the risk of cardiovascular health issues, including stroke. In an accompanying editorial, two health experts say these risks are serious enough to warrant the regulation […]

Discussion In this large, community-based, cross-sectional study, we found that patients with pre-diabetes or diabetes had an increased prevalence of asymptomatic carotid plaques. This association remained significant even after adjusting for age, sex, and other traditional risk factors. Compared with normoglycemic subjects, in multivariate analyses, individuals with pre-diabetes and those with diabetes had higher odds […]

Share on PinterestGen Xers and older Millennials are 3 to 4 times more likely to develop appendix cancer compared to their parents, a new study suggests. Nicky Lloyd/Getty Images Appendix cancer cases are rising among young adults, according to new research. Gen Xers and older Millennials face three to four times the risk compared to […]

Share on PinterestNew research suggests the risk of IBS in people with ADHD is 1.63 times greater than in people who don’t have ADHD. SDI Productions/Getty Images A new study indicates there may be an association between attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers say an altered gut microbiome may be […]

Share on PinterestThe Trump administration’s plan to cut funding for HIV vaccine research comes at a time when the field is making progress. Victor Torres/Stocksy United The Trump administration reportedly plans to cut almost all funding for HIV vaccine research. Experts say the decision comes at a time when research in this field is making […]

Share on PinterestA large study found that dementia risk was lowest in the Mid-Atlantic region and highest in the Southeast. Getty Images A large study of U.S. veterans has found regional differences in dementia risk. The Southeast region had the highest risk, while the Mid-Atlantic had the lowest. Experts say healthcare resources should be tailored […]