This info might make you a little salty. A common cooking ingredient could be behind your eczema flares, according to a new study. Researchers at UC San Francisco (UCSF) say that eating a high-sodium diet may increase your chances of developing eczema. The study, published Wednesday in JAMA Dermatology, found that just an extra gram … Read more
Women — but not men — who often smoke weed face a significantly higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared to women who don’t use cannabis, a new study out of France finds. Nearly 122,000 Brits were asked to fill out a questionnaire about their lifetime marijuana habits. The participants were divided into … Read more
Rich people are genetically at greater risk of cancer than the poor, new research has revealed. The new study — conducted at the University of Helsinki in Finland — examined the relationship between socio-economic status, or SES, and an array of diseases. Those privileged to enjoy elevated SES, the findings suggested, are also at a heightened genetic … Read more
This news may make your day matcha better. Consuming a lot of flavonoid-rich foods and drinks such as green tea, berries, and apples can lower the risk of Type 2 diabetes, a new UK study finds. 113,097 participants underwent at least two 24-hour dietary assessments to determine their Flavodiet Score. Researchers were interested in their … Read more
A cheap and common drug used to lower cholesterol could also lower the risk of developing cancer, according to a new study. Cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins, could block a pathway involved in the formation of cancer caused by chronic inflammation in the body, according to the research, spearheaded by Mass General Cancer Cancer Center and … Read more
“Eight” your heart out. Researchers believe that adopting eight healthy behaviors — known as the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 — can slow the aging process and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and death. “Our message is that everyone should be mindful of the eight heart disease and stroke health factors: eat … Read more
They cracked the case. Kids exposed to peanut products during infancy, as early as 4 months old, are less likely to be allergic to peanuts later in life, according to a UK study published Tuesday in the journal NEJM Evidence. Researchers from King’s College London observed over 500 children to age 12. They found that … Read more
Owners of nearly 84,000 older Nissan vehicles in the US equipped with recalled, unrepaired Takata air bags should immediately stop driving them due to a safety hazard, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Wednesday. The agency made its announcement after the Japanese automaker issued a warning on Wednesday telling vehicle owners not to drive certain … Read more
We hope you’ll take this news to heart. Despite what headlines might have you believe, the leading cause of death isn’t cancer or injury or even diabetes — it’s heart disease. In the US alone, one person dies of cardiovascular disease every 33 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That amounted … Read more
Time to scale back? Steady use of fish oil supplements might increase the risk of developing heart disease or having a stroke for the first time — but it also might slow the progression of existing cardiovascular health problems and lower the risk of death, a new UK study finds. Regular use of fish oil … Read more
Turns out, vegan and vegetarian diets are un-beet-able when it comes to lowering the risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer, new research has found. Dr. Angelo Capodici, of the University of Bologna in Italy, and his colleagues reviewed 48 papers published between January 2000 and June 2023 that investigated the link between plant-based diets, cardiovascular … Read more
They want to clear the air. A law firm that specializes in industrial disease cases is revealing the 11 types of employees it claims are at higher risk for asthma due to frequent exposure to irritants — including hairdressers, animal handlers, metal workers, and carpet makers. Over 22 million American adults have asthma — about … Read more
These nutrition experts have a T-bone to pick with four kinds of foods — and one type of beverage — they say can lead to cancer. Studies have shown that a person’s diet can affect their chances of developing several types of cancer, with experts promoting the consumption of whole grains, vegetables, fruit, and beans to lower the risk. … Read more
A Florida doctor who specializes in stroke rehabilitation is sharing five ways women can lower their risk of having a stroke — the brain attack is the fifth-leading cause of death for American women. A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel bursts and leaks blood into the brain. … Read more
It may be time to moo-ve that glass of milk at dinner to breakfast. Researchers analyzed the calcium consumption of 36,164 American adults, finding that distributing calcium between breakfast and dinner lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease. Even better is reducing the calcium intake by 5% at dinner and upping the breakfast intake by 5%, … Read more
For the sake of your blood vessels, don’t B negative. Blowing a fuse after recalling a stressful experience may temporarily impair your blood vessels’ ability to relax, which is essential for proper blood flow, according to a study published Wednesday. 280 NYC-area adults were directed to complete one of four emotional tasks for eight minutes … Read more
Well, this is guac-ward. Eating a small amount of avocado every day may lower a woman’s risk for Type 2 diabetes — but not for men who consume the green, creamy fruit, new research has found. “There are several potential mechanisms to explain the observed association between avocado consumption and diabetes prevalence in this study,” … Read more
Your health is in your hands when it comes to cancer prevention, according to an expert. Dr. Daniel Kelley, a Senior Lecturer in Biochemistry at Sheffield Hallam University, recently wrote an article in The Conversation in which he explained why men who masturbate frequently might keep prostate cancer at bay. Prostate cancer is the second … Read more
Cancer prevention can begin with your diet, according to an oncology dietitian. Nichole Andrews, a dietitian and the author of the book Sugar Does Not Feed Cancer: The Complete Guide to Cancer Prevention Nutrition & Lifestyle, shared a video on TikTok divulging the two things that can increase your risk of developing cancer — and … Read more
Deter yourself from using these detergents. Tide Pods are among several liquid laundry products recently recalled for a “risk of serious injury to children and other vulnerable populations,” according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The agency reported that more than 8.2 million Procter & Gamble made Tide Pods, plus Gain Flings, Ace Pods, and … Read more