For those not at high risk for fractures, I would not take calcium with the expectation that I would prevent bone fractures. ... Read More
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Ultra-processed Food & Health
Both nutrient-poor and ultra-processed food types independently increased the risk of early death, especially secondary to cardiovascular disease. ... Read More
Music Therapy for Dementia
The new research is a proof-of-concept study evaluating the effectiveness of the so-called Musical Bridges to Memory (MBM) intervention on persons with dementia's behavioral symptoms, social engagement, and associated caregiver distress.... Read More
Blood Type and Stroke Risk
A stroke is a medical emergency. There are two types of stroke, ischemic and hemorrhagic. Ischemic stroke is more common and happens when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel in the brain. When the blood vessel is obstructed, blood cannot flow to the brain. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die.... Read More
Supplements and Depression
This study is the first to examine the association between maintenance and incidence of depressive episodes and omega-3 consumption.... Read More
Finding Cancer a New Way
Even non-smokers are at risk of oropharyngeal cancer (the part of the throat at the back of the mouth, including the soft palate, the base of the tongue, and the tonsils), with most of these cancers related to the human papillomavirus (HPV).... Read More