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Food & Health
Key Risk Factors for Surgical Site Infection After Abdominal Hysterectomy
Open surgery, prolonged procedures, obesity, diabetes, and younger age are associated with increased risk of infection after abdominal hysterectomy
November 2023
FDA Accepts License Application for Chikungunya Vaccine
Announcement made by specialized vaccine company, Valneva.
November 2023
Obesity Is Associated with Attenuated Tissue Immunity in COVID-19
Underactive immune response may explain link between obesity and COVID-19 severity
November 2023
Mediterranean Diet Associated with Lower Risk of Dementia
Adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with a lower risk of dementia, regardless of genetic predisposition
October 2023
Does the Obesity Paradox Exist?
Study shows ’obesity paradox’ does not exist: Waist-to-height ratio is a better indicator of outcomes in heart failure patients than BMI
October 2023
Association Between Celiac Disease and Cardiovascular Disease Reveals Higher Risks
People with celiac disease face a higher risk of cardiovascular disease despite fewer known risk factors, according to a new study.
October 2023
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Cancer Risk
Study suggests a connection between ultra-processed foods and increased cancer risk.
October 2023
Fast Food Consumption Associated with Increased Liver Disease Risk
Regular consumption of fast food is linked to a higher risk of liver damage, particularly among individuals with obesity or diabetes, according to recent findings.
September 2023
Is Preoperative Liquid Carbohydrate Loading Effective for Enhanced Recovery?
Preoperative liquid carbohydrate loading offers minimal benefits for enhancing recovery following surgery, with further research needed to elucidate its potential advantages.
September 2023
The role of alpha and beta cells in glucose metabolism
Differential contribution of alpha and beta cell dysfunction to fasting glucose alteration and glucose tolerance impairment