Processed foods cause autoimmune diseases, echoing WHO's announcement that processed meats cause cancer
A new study claims that processed foods raises the risk of developing autoimmune diseases.
Late-night snacking impairs memory, says researchers
Experts claim that eating right before bedtime causes memory loss.
What your New Year’s Resolutions to hit the gym looks like for your gym trainer
Money isn't everything for a trainer. Read what Personal Trainer Themistocles thinks of the New Year’s Resolution-its.
Cannabis causes psychosis-like effects similar to schizophrenia
Cannabis induces effects observed in schizophrenia in the brains of healthy users but the underlying mechanisms are still not clear.
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Scientists link sleep and wake cycles with severe bipolar disorder; results provide new treatment options
Researchers have identified traits related to sleep, wake and activity cycles that are associated with severe bipolar disorder, which can possibly provide new clues to treating and preventing the condition.
Taking vitamin D may treat multiple sclerosis, researchers claim
Researchers from Johns Hopkins University claim that a high-dose vitamin D could help fight multiple sclerosis.
Disturbances to infant microbiota influences disease risk, scientists find
A new study shows that maternal and infant microbiomes affect disease risk.
Australian scientists reveal self-sabotage prevents immunity against malaria
Experts claim self-sabotage in response to malaria infection prevents immune protection, which offers clues on how to improve current treatments and possibly aid the creation of new vaccines.
Sun exposure and high vitamin D level improves weight-loss surgery outcomes
A study from Johns Hopkins Medicine proves that low vitamin D levels may worsen outcomes for patients undergoing weight-loss surgery.
Expert warns that gonorrhoea will soon become untreatable
England’s chief medical officer warned that gonorrhoea may soon be untreatable if the sexually transmitted disease will continue resistance to treatments.
Computer time may cause nearsightedness among children
Researchers suggest that too much time spent on electronic devices and indoors may cause nearsightedness in children.
Study: Marijuana compound cannabidiol may reduce stubborn epileptic seizures
A new study from NYU Langone Medical Centre in New York City claims that cannabidiol reduces seizures in children and young adults with epilepsy.
People with Hepatitis C have 30 percent chances of developing Parkinson’s disease
Researchers claim that patients who have hepatitis C are at a 30 percent higher risk of developing Parkinson’s compared to those without the disease.
Post-birth skin-to-skin contact reduces up to 36% infant deaths
New research shows that skin-to-skin contact or kangaroo mother care reduces infant mortality by up to 36 percent.
Higher tobacco taxes do not affect casual smokers
Experts claim that smoking bans, not high taxes, prevent casual smokers from developing tobacco addiction.
Complications at birth and low birth weight increase the risk of autism
A new study shows that babies born prematurely are more likely to develop autism.
Researchers associate low vitamin D levels with irritable bowel syndrome
Researchers from the University of Sheffield found that patients with IBS exhibit low levels of vitamin D.
Experts claim that using iPads and smartphones improves toddlers’ learning and development
Playing with iPads and smartphones are beneficial to children’s learning and development, according to a new study.
FDA lifts 30-year ban on blood donations by gay men, introduces 12-month deferral system
FDA replaced the 30-year ban on blood donations by men who have sex with men with a 12-month deferral window after new studies prove that a ban does not necessarily prevent HIV transmission.
ViewHIV reveals new phase of HIV infection
Scientists have identified a new stage in HIV’S life cycle, thanks to a new technique to monitor the virus’ migration called ViewHIV.
Tasmania plans to increase smoking age restriction to 21 or 25 years
Tasmania wants to increase the smoking age to 21 or 25 years as part of the state’s bid of becoming Australia’s healthiest state by 2025.
Americans are missing 7.31 teeth on average
US teeth are as bad as British teeth, despite countless years of popular stereotyping.
70 to 90 percent of cancer cases are avoidable, says researchers
A new study suggests that most cancer cases are avoidable, contradicting earlier research about bad luck causing inevitable cases.
Sharing a bed with pets makes owners sleep better
A new study suggests that pets give security, companionship and relaxation, enabling owners to sleep better at night.
Women still outnumbered in top medical positions by men with moustaches
A new report by British Medical Journal shows that men with moustaches, despite becoming increasingly rare, still outnumber women.
Experts reveal the exact amount of exercise to burn calories from junk food
A new report shows how much exercise is needed to burn the fat from eating junk food including burgers, fries, pizza and chocolate.
Using plus-size models in ads contributes to high obesity rates and poor lifestyle choices, study says
The portrayal of plus-sized models as real women is linked to the obesity epidemic and unhealthy lifestyle choices.
Night milk contains 24% more tryptophan and 10 times more melatonin than day milk
Night milk or milk collected from cows at night can help treat insomnia and reduce anxiety, according to a new study.
Consumer advocacy group, Choice, reveals which sunscreens are ineffective
Choice tested out popular brands of sunscreen and found out that only Cancer Council Classic 50+ and NiveaSun Kids SPF50+ provided accurate SPF claim.
Helicopter parenting at the doctor’s office prevents teens from becoming independent
Helicopter parenting, parenting that involves overcontrolling, overprotecting and overperfecting a child’s life, can prevent teens from taking care of themselves independently.
Helping others lessen the effects of stress in daily life
Helpful behaviours such as helping with schoolwork, offering help and opening a door reduce the impact of stress on mental health.
Moderate drinking lowers the risk of death in mild Alzheimer’s by 77 percent
A new study shows that drinking two to three units of alcohol daily lowers death rates in early stage Alzheimer’s disease.
Diet of red pepper, chamomile, parsley and thyme improves brain function, memory and learning
Apigenin, a compound found in red pepper, chamomile, parsley, thyme and other herbs, boosts brain function, learning and memory, according to Brazilian scientists.
Stress doubles the risk of developing Alzheimer’s
High levels of stress increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study.
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