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Mayo Clinic researchers have identified five distinct biological subtypes of MASLD, a fatty liver disease affecting nearly 30% of adults worldwide. Each subtype carries different risks for heart disease, liver failure, diabetes, and depression, paving the way for precision treatment.
A Nature Metabolism study followed 12 healthy volunteers during a 7-day water-only fast and measured about 3,000 blood proteins. Around day 3, researchers detected coordinated whole-body molecular changes, with some health-related effects not explained by weight loss alone.
At 57, Anna Tan founded The AM Club to reframe menopause and midlife as a 'second spring.' The article explores how women can reclaim their health, mindset, and purpose through community and self-investment.
A new study published in Nature Metabolism suggests that glucosamine, a popular supplement for joint pain, may be linked to faster dementia progression. Research shows that people with mild cognitive impairment who took glucosamine were 25% more likely to progress to dementia, and those with dementia who used glucosamine were 25% more likely to die within 10 years. Experts stress that causation has not been proven, but recommend caution.
A review of 21 clinical trials involving 8,449 cancer patients found that structured exercise programs were linked to lower risks of death and cancer recurrence. This article explores the latest evidence on exercise as part of cancer treatment, and how aerobic and strength training differ.
A new study of over 95,000 UK Biobank participants found that more REM sleep was linked to a lower risk of 83 diseases, while deep sleep was tied to a lower risk of seven. Experts caution that wearable data has limitations, but sufficient, high-quality sleep remains crucial for preventing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and dementia.
Over the past two decades, colorectal cancer rates among children, teenagers, and young adults have risen by roughly 2% annually. Research shows that tumors in younger patients differ significantly from those in older adults in genetic signatures, growth patterns, and treatment responses. Symptoms are often misdiagnosed as IBS or hemorrhoids, leading to late-stage diagnosis. Diet, sedentary behavior, obesity, and environmental exposures may be key drivers.
Despite living in the tropics, about 40% of Singaporeans are Vitamin D deficient. This article explores how urban living, skin tone, sunscreen habits, and obesity affect Vitamin D synthesis, and reveals its close links to osteoporosis, diabetes, hypertension, and sleep quality.
A new study finds that eating sugary foods while taking antibiotics significantly reduces gut microbiome diversity and fuels the overgrowth of harmful bacteria, potentially raising the risk of infection and post-transplant death. Experts suggest limiting sugar specifically during antibiotic treatment.
New real-world data shows that people who switched from Wegovy injections to the oral pill continued to lose weight, dropping an average of 8.8 pounds in three months. About 40% achieved at least 5% weight loss, offering a promising option for those who prefer pills over needles.
Delhi-based gastroenterologist Dr Shubham Vatsya weighed 110 kg at 34 and lost 36 kg over three years after a patient's honest question sparked his transformation. Experts say gradual, sustainable weight loss is more effective than crash diets—even a 5–10% reduction can significantly improve blood sugar, blood pressure and fatty liver risk.
The TRIUMPH-1 study shows that the triple hormone receptor agonist retatrutide helped obese patients lose up to 25% of body weight over 80 weeks, while significantly improving knee osteoarthritis pain and obstructive sleep apnea, offering new hope for treating obesity-related complications.