High Sodium Intake Associated with Cognitive Decline in Men
By Irene Yeh Sodium plays an important role in several physiological functions, but too much of it results in increased cardiovascular risks and hypertension. Emerging research has also demonstrated strong...
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Plant-Based Diets May Slow Aging
By Irene Yeh Emerging evidence shows that plant-based diets, defined as being rich in plant foods and low in animal products, are linked to decreased risk of chronic disease, all-cause...
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Study Links Executive Functioning to Physical Activity in Older Adults
By Allison Proffitt Researchers in Belgium compared cognition to movement data in healthy adults looking for links that might predict cognitive decline later in life. The study is part of...
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Tracing Sauna’s Mechanism of Action for Health
By Allison Proffitt Researchers in Finland have sought to quantify how the practice of Finnish sauna bathing (FSB) contributes to reduced morbidity and mortality. They found that sauna bathing releases...
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The Connection Between Oral and Kidney Health
By Irene Yeh Oral diseases have been linked to chronic kidney disease (CKD) due to inflammatory and microbial pathways that go beyond the mouth. Research suggests there is a bidirectional...
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‘Humble’ AI Reveals When It is Uncertain in Diagnoses
By Irene Yeh Artificial intelligence (AI) models have assisted doctors with several clinical tasks, and they hold great promise in helping with patient diagnosis and personalized treatment options. However, an...
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You Are What You Eat: Nutrition’s Impact on Mental Health
By Irene Yeh It is widely known that nutrition plays a crucial role in brain function, mood regulation, and overall mental health. Certain nutrients can aid in the synthesis of...
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AI is Here to Assist, Not Replace
By Irene Yeh As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to enter clinical spaces, there is an understandable concern around AI overtaking the clinician’s role and skillset. However, with patients using AI...
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