Plant-based diet associated with lower total and cardiac mortality
By Katherine Shagoury Higher plant protein consumption was found to be correlated to lower total and cardiovascular disease (CVD)-related mortality, according to a new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine....
Read MoreHealthy foods more important than type of diet to reduce heart injury, researchers find
By Katherine Shagoury Dietary composition may be more important than the dietary approach when it comes to preventing cardiovascular disease, according to a new study published in the International Journal...
Read MoreKetogenic diet controls seizures in infants with genetic epilepsy
By Katherine Shagoury Infants and young children with epilepsy due to a confirmed genetic abnormality had a better response to treatment with ketogenic diet compared to patients with other types...
Read MoreBehavioral therapy, physical strengthening may prevent disability for minority elderly
By Katherine Shagoury Improving coping skills and physical strengthening can significantly improve functioning and mood in racial and ethnic minority and immigrant older adults, according to a new study published...
Read MoreProbiotic use could reduce healthcare costs for flu-like illnesses
By Katherine Shagoury General probiotic use could save the U.S. economy and healthcare payers about $1.4 billion in medical bills and lost productivity due to acute respiratory tract infections (RTIs),...
Read MoreBiofeedback possible treatment for several conditions, VA study finds
By Katherine Shagoury Biofeedback can be a helpful treatment for several conditions, according to a new literature review by the Veterans Affairs (VA) Portland Healthcare System and Oregon Health and...
Read MoreHigh-fat diet in utero protects against Alzheimer’s
By Katherine Shagoury A high-fat diet can carry health risks, but for mothers-to-be, it may make all the difference when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease prevention for their children, according...
Read MoreDepression, anxiety linked to reduced survival in breast cancer patients
By Katherine Shagoury Elderly women battling breast cancer who have anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions are more likely to use opioids and are more likely to die, according...
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