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In recent years, more young women are being diagnosed with hormonal and metabolic disorders during their teenage or college years. Written by a fertility specialist, this article reveals how early puberty, insulin resistance, sleep deprivation, and chronic stress are driving this trend, and offers practical advice for addressing root causes.
The U.S. Justice Department recently announced hundreds of charges in a massive healthcare fraud crackdown, involving billions of dollars. The operation targets false billing, illegal prescriptions, and kickbacks to protect patients and taxpayers.
The ketogenic, or keto, diet has become increasingly popular over the years, particularly for its potential weight-management benefits. Recent studies suggests that it may also aid health in other ways. One study, for instance, drew a link between keto and improvements in treatment-resistant depression. A preclinical study in mouse models has suggested that a keto-like diet may help manage blood sugar levels. And research in humans suggests that a ketogenic diet could actually be effective in sending type 2 diabetes into remission.
Melatonin, a common sleep aid for both children and adults, is effective but faces risks from product inconsistencies and improper dosing. This article explains its mechanism, usage tips, and potential harms from a sleep medicine perspective.
The NHS is set to offer Teplizumab, a groundbreaking type 1 diabetes drug given via a two-week IV infusion, which can delay symptom onset by up to 32 months—the biggest breakthrough since insulin.
A clinical trial at the University of Calgary found that high doses of vitamin B3 (niacin) may help reactivate the immune system to fight glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Early results show 82% of patients had no disease progression at six months, a 28% improvement over expectations.
Conventional wisdom says asthma is treatable but incurable, but new scientific advances challenge this view. This article introduces the CURE Asthma initiative's plan for a cure, including remission, biomarker testing, and digital twin technology, offering hope to 363 million people worldwide.
On International Day of Yoga, Ayush Ministry Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha shares India's vision to make yoga a 365-day habit. He discusses the 'Yoga 365' campaign, school integration, and clinical evidence showing yoga's benefits for migraine, brain health, and cardiac rehabilitation.
The use of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss has been increasing. Researchers continue to examine how GLP-1s might affect a person’s health beyond type 2 diabetes management and weight loss. A new study found a potential link between taking GLP-1 medications and a decrease in the overall risk of developing obesity-related cancers in people without diabetes.
Updated guidance now frames obesity as a central driver of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, rather than an isolated risk factor. The new guidelines emphasize early identification and intervention, encouraging healthcare professionals to discuss weight management before serious complications develop. Specifically, the guidelines highlight the importance of metabolic health and abdominal fat, which can contribute to inflammation, insulin resistance, and damage to the heart, kidneys, and blood vessels. Recommended treatment should be comprehensive and coordinated, combining lifestyle changes and medications when appropriate, while improving collaboration among healthcare specialties.
Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, and without intervention, it can lead to type 2 diabetes. It also increases the risk of many other chronic conditions, including heart disease and stroke. A new study has found that, in a group of adults with prediabetes, lifestyle modifications were more effective at preventing multiple chronic conditions, including type 2 diabetes, than metformin or placebo.
A new study finds a ‘sweet spot’ for weight training and longevity: 40–60 minutes per week of moderate-to-vigorous lifting significantly reduces all-cause mortality risk. It offers precise exercise duration guidance for fitness enthusiasts.