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Patients who start their blood pressure treatment with ARB drugs continue with the same medicine to a greater extent than patients who start out with other drugs. Choosing the right drug from the outset can therefore improve both health and quality of life – as well as bringing down healthcare costs. This is shown in a new study based on data from 340,000 patients.
A large community study shows that Alzheimer’s-related brain changes are far more widespread with age than symptoms alone suggest, highlighting both the promise and the complexity of blood-based screening.
A large meta-analysis suggests that vaping is not cardiovascularly neutral, with elevated heart attack risk concentrated among people who previously smoked, raising questions about e-cigarettes as harm-reduction tools.
A short-term clinical trial suggests that cutting carbohydrates, not fat, may be better for curbing food cues and emotional eating in women living with lipedema.
Researchers affiliated with the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia recently studied the relationship between uterine fibroids and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. The researchers sought to expand on prior research regarding the potential connection between fibroids and cardiovascular heart disease. They found a strong association between uterine fibroids and heart disease, as individuals with fibroids had around an 80% higher chance of developing heart disease compared to those without fibroids.
Real-world registry data suggest that a 5:2 fasting approach can modestly outperform daily calorie restriction for key blood pressure measures and estimated cardiovascular risk, highlighting its potential as a practical option for adults with overweight or obesity.
Doctors may soon be able to diagnose an elusive form of heart disease within seconds by using an AI model developed at University of Michigan, according to a recent study.
There are several factors that play a role in keeping your heart healthy, such as the food you eat. Past studies have shown that foods rich in certain nutrients can offer heart health benefits. A new study found that consuming foods rich in polyphenols, such as berries, coffee, and olive oil, may lead to improved long-term heart health.
A new study investigates a compound called theobromine, which is found predominantly in chocolate. Participants with the highest blood levels of this compound had signs that their biological age was advancing more slowly. Although the results are preliminary, experts believe they warrant further exploration.
Reducing caloric intake by 30% for 20 years slowed down indicators of brain aging in a new study of rhesus monkeys. Specifically, calorie reduction appeared to enhance the integrity of the brain’s glial cells and neuronal connectivity. Such a radical reduction in calories in humans is probably not advisable. However, the study does suggest that calorie reduction may play a role in maintaining human brain function optimally for longer.
Insomnia is a disorder characterized by experiencing difficulty falling or staying asleep, or waking up too early. Past studies have linked inadequate sleep to several health conditions, all of which can negatively impact a person’s life expectancy. A new study found that insufficient sleep had a more significant impact on decreased life expectancy than other lifestyle factors, such as diet, physical activity, and social isolation.
A new study investigated the impact of supplementing one’s diet with peanuts on brain health. The researchers conducted the study in older adults and included a control phase and a test phase. During the test phase, the participants ate 2 servings of peanuts daily, and by the end of the study, they saw improvements in both brain vascular function and verbal memory.