Catching some midday shut-eye linked to similar drops in blood pressure seen with other lifestyle changes, some medications Date: March 7, 2019 Source: American College of Cardiology Summary: It seems that napping may do more than just reboot our energy level and improve our mood. New research has found that people who took advantage of a midday snooze...
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What is Spondyloarthritis?
By Ratan-NM, M. Pharm. Reviewed by Jennifer Logan, MD, MPH Spondyloarthritis is a group of inflammatory joint diseases that affect the spine and, in some cases, the peripheral joints of the arms and legs. Some forms of spondyloarthritis may also involve the skin, intestines and eyes. Ankylosing spondylitis is the most common form of spondyloarthritis. Reactive arthritis, psoriatic arthritis and enteropathic arthritis are other types....
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A sleep-deprived brain interprets impressions negatively
by Karolinska Institutet A sleepless night not only leaves us fatigued and distracted, it also makes us interpret things more negatively and makes us more likely to lose our temper. Moreover, people suffering from a pollen allergy are at a high risk of some form of sleep disruption from the outset. This according to a new doctoral thesis from Karolinska...
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Could eating garlic reduce aging-related memory problems?
New study finds that garlic protects memory by improving gut health EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY Orlando, Fla. (April 8, 2019) – Consuming garlic helps counteract age-related changes in gut bacteria associated with memory problems, according to a new study conducted with mice. The benefit comes from allyl sulfide, a compound in garlic known for its health benefits. “Our findings suggest that dietary administration of garlic containing allyl sulfide could help maintain healthy...
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Dietary supplement boosts cognitive function in vegetarians
Vegetarians showed greater visual memory gains than meat eaters after taking creatine AMERICAN PHYSIOLOGICAL SOCIETY Orlando, Fla. (April 8, 2019)–Vegetarians who take the dietary supplement creatine may enjoy improved brain function, according to a new study. The research will be presented today at the American Physiological Society’s (APS) annual meeting at Experimental Biology 2019 in Orlando, Fla. Creatine is a chemical...
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Autism brings qualities which help at home and at work, study shows
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER Autism enhances characteristics such as loyalty and focus which help those with the condition at work and in their relationships with others, experts have found. A study examining the lives of autistic adults shows the traits which come with having the condition can be useful, but also a burden. Those who took part in the research said they are able to...
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Moderate alcohol consumption does not protect against stroke, study shows
by Lancet Blood pressure and stroke risk increase steadily with increasing alcohol intake, and previous claims that 1-2 alcoholic drinks a day might protect against stroke are dismissed by new evidence from a genetic study involving 160,000 adults. Studies of East Asian genes that strongly affect how much alcohol people choose to drink show that alcohol itself directly increases blood pressure and the chances of having...
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The risks of infectious mononucleosis
Infectious mononucleosis, or mono, sidelines high school athletes every year. Kids who play sports aren’t more susceptible to the disease. Instead, adolescent competitors are at a greater risk for one of the illness’s serious complications—splenic rupture. Mono starts with fatigue, sore throat, fever and swollen glands. By then, it’s invaded the lymphatic system, which can cause spleen enlargement. For athletes, that’s a danger because the trauma and...
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No such thing as ‘sugar rush’! Sugar worsens mood rather than improving it
UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK Sugar does not improve any aspect of mood and can even worsen it, according to new research published in Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews Using data collected from 31 studies, the researchers discovered that sugar consumption does not have a beneficial effect on mood Instead, sugar increases tiredness and lowers alertness within an hour after its consumption Sugar does not improve mood and it can...
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Jatenzo approved for men with low testosterone
(HealthDay)—Jatenzo (testosterone undecanoate) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat men with low testosterone, medically called hypogonadism. The approval covers men with low levels of the male hormone due to specific medical conditions, including genetic disorders such as Klinefelter syndrome or tumors that have damaged the pituitary gland, the agency said in a news release. Jatenzo should not be used to treat men with “age-related...