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The hidden power of Japanese food: Inhibiting the development of liver fibrosis
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The hidden power of Japanese food: Inhibiting the development of liver fibrosis

by Osaka Metropolitan University Researchers analyzed the relationship between meals rated by the 12-component modified Japanese Diet Index (mJDI12), muscle mass, and liver fibrosis progression in 136 patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) attending the Osaka Metropolitan University Hospital. Credit: Osaka Metropolitan University Japanese food is popular worldwide and has been registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural...

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When Our Clothes Cause Contact Dermatitis

Marine Cygler January 03, 2023 PARIS, France — This shirt? That scarf? These sneakers? Excellent Christmas gifts, right? Most of us would say so, not thinking twice about clothes, accessories, or footwear — that is, until we put the item on and notice that our skin doesn’t quite look or feel right. At the Dermatology Days of Paris (JDP 2022) conference,...

With little FDA oversight, melatonin supplements vary widely in actual dosage, study finds
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With little FDA oversight, melatonin supplements vary widely in actual dosage, study finds

By Nicholas Florko April 25, 2023 A study found melatonin gummies that were three times more powerful than advertised, raising questions about the FDA’s oversight. ADOBE WASHINGTON — Consumers turning to melatonin gummies to get some help falling asleep might be getting a lot more help than they bargained for, according to a new study published Tuesday...

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Is there a link between sleep apnea and dry eyes?

Research suggests there may be a link between sleep apnea and dry eye disease (DED). DED is an eye condition that causes irritation, redness, and discomfort due to inadequate tear production or drainage. A 2022 study found a link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and an increased risk of DED. This article will explore the...

What is gonococcal arthritis?
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What is gonococcal arthritis?

by Ann Schreiber Heard of gonorrhea? Most likely. What about gonococcal arthritis? Maybe not. Most folks are familiar with what is gonorrhea, but few may know about gonococcal arthritis, a rare side effect of this sexually transmitted disease (STD). Unfortunately, gonorrhea cases are on the rise, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,...

How to get rid of bad breath
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How to get rid of bad breath

by Kirstie Ganobsik About 1 in 4 people worldwide experience bad breath, according to the Cleveland Clinic—but that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with it. Discover the most common causes of bad breath (halitosis) and some tried and true ways to get rid of it, for good. Bad breath causes “Bad breath can have various causes, including...

Toxicologist explains how to decode package inserts to take medications safely and increase their effectiveness
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Toxicologist explains how to decode package inserts to take medications safely and increase their effectiveness

by Brad Reisfeld, The Conversation Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Many adults take prescription drugs, and usage rates are continually increasing. With approximately 1.3 million emergency department visits in the U.S. caused by adverse drug events each year, patient education is becoming increasingly important. All prescription drugs come with instructions on how to safely and effectively use them. Depending on the medication, there may...

Sauna treatment found to lower blood pressure, improve vascular health
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Sauna treatment found to lower blood pressure, improve vascular health

by American Physiological Society Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Sauna heat therapy reduces blood pressure in middle-aged people, according to researchers at Brigham Young University in Utah. The study also revealed that its specific sauna method lowered body core temperature more than methods used in prior heat studies. Researchers presented their work at the American Physiology Summit, held...