Senior Health Update & Blog - Page 21 of 46

Treatments targeting the liver could treat type 2 diabetes

Researchers have investigated the link between fatty liver disease and key markers of type 2 diabetes in mice. The results suggest that reducing production of the neurotransmitter GABA in the liver could normalize blood glucose...

Fibromyalgia: More evidence of links to immune system

There are currently no effective treatments for fibromyalgia, a chronic condition that causes widespread pain, sleep problems, fatigue, and emotional distress. The underlying cause has remained a mystery, although some research has hinted at the...

Tooth loss associated with greater risk of cognitive decline and dementia

Around 5 million people aged 65 years or older in the United States have dementia. Researchers have noted a potential relationship between tooth loss and dementia and cognitive decline. In the present study, the researchers...

Just a cup of nitrate-rich vegetables daily promotes heart health

Some leafy greens and other vegetables, such as beet, are rich in nitrates. A study finds a link between consuming a cup of these vegetables every day, lower blood pressure, and a reduced risk of...

Scientists propose a rethink of the role of carbs in obesity

A popular theory asserts that carbohydrates in food cause a spike in insulin, which promotes fat storage and increases appetite, leading to overeating. However, recent research suggests that this “carbohydrate-insulin model” may be an oversimplification....

Heart symptoms may influence how much coffee people drink

A study has found that people with symptoms of cardiovascular health issues, such as angina and heart palpitations, tend to drink less coffee, avoid coffee altogether, or drink decaf. The scientists used a genetic technique...

Radiation treatment may alleviate symptoms of severe Alzheimer’s disease

A pilot study showed that treatment with a low dose of radiation in people with severe Alzheimer’s disease could improve quality of life. The low dose of radiation causes a small amount of damage to...

Once-a-week insulin treatment may be a novel way to treat diabetes

Two phase 2 trials including hundreds of participants with type 2 diabetes from several countries assessed the safety and efficacy of a long-acting form of insulin called “insulin icodec.” One trial found that using injectable...

Fruits for people with diabetes

Eating fruit is a delicious way to satisfy hunger and meet daily nutritional needs. However, most fruits contain sugar. This has raised questions about whether fruits are suitable for people who have diabetes. Medically reviewed...

Sugary drinks may double bowel cancer risk in women under 50

In adult women, drinking two or more sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) per day was associated with a doubling in the risk of developing early onset colorectal cancer (EO-CRC) in this study. Replacing adult intake of SSBs...