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Adopt holistic approach for weight loss, says expert
Forget dieting or gruelling workout regimes -adopting a holistic approach to losing weight would be enough to feed your body the nourishment it craves for, says medical director of Greenwich Hospital. ANI
IVF babies at higher diabetes, obesity risk
A new study by scientists at Temple University in Philadelphia has shown that the DNA of babies conceived through IVF differs from that of other kids, putting them at higher risk of diseases such as diabetes and obesity later in life. ANI
Smoke food flavourings may be toxic to humans
One of the flavourings used to give smoke taste to meat, cheese or fish, could be toxic to humans, says the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). ANI
Marathon training causes heart damage in healthy people
Training for marathons can cause formerly healthy people to develop cardiovascular problems like increased blood pressure and stiffness in the aorta, says a new study. ANI
Loneliness linked to high BP in elderly
Loneliness may adversely affect blood pressure in older adults, a new study reveals. ANI
Increased intake of leafy greens, nuts can cut colon cancer risk in men
For men, boosting the intake of magnesium, a mineral found in leafy greens, nuts and legumes, can help significantly reduce the risk of colon cancer, says a new research from Japan. ANI
Obesity, passive smoking cut supply of oxygen to unborn child
Babies born to obese mothers and exposed to passive smoking are more likely to face health problems, a new study claims. ANI
Wearing a pedometer, meditation can improve adolescents health
Simple, low-cost steps like wearing a pedometer to encourage walking or meditating for a few minutes every day can enhance adolescents health, say researchers.ccording to Dr. Vernon Barnes, physiologist at the Medical College of Georgias Georgia Prevention Institute, these types of side-effect-free steps can quickly help lower blood pressure, heart rate and even weight, neutralizing todays unhealthy, upward trends among young people. ANI
Female sex chromosomes, not just hormones, help in regulation of BP
According to Georgetown University Medical Center (GUMC) scientists, something in female sex chromosomes appears to trigger a rise in blood pressure after the onset of menopause. ANI
Treating vitamin D deficiency cuts heart disease risk
Treating vitamin D deficiency with supplements may help to prevent or reduce a persons risk for cardiovascular disease and a host of other chronic conditions, say researchers. ANI
Lowering BP risky for patients with diabetes, heart disease
A University of Florida researcher has urged caution in reducing blood pressure in patients with diabetes and coronary disease. ANI
New measurement tool better at determining cardiac risk
Researchers have developed a new measurement tool to determine cardiac risks. ANI
Lowering BP to normal levels doesnt help diabetics
Lowering blood pressure to normal levels does not reduce the combined risk of fatal or nonfatal cardiovascular disease events in type 2 diabetes patients prone to such events, according to new results from the landmark Action to Control Cardiovascular Risk in Diabetes (ACCORD) clinical trial.imilarly, treating multiple blood lipids with combination drug therapy of a fibrate and a statin did not reduce the combined risk of cardiovascular disease events more than treatment with statin alone. ANI
Powerful molecule regulator in blood pressure control system discovered
Nitric oxide has been discovered as a powerful regulator of a molecule that plays a critical role in the development and function of the nervous system, according to researchers at Oregon Health and Science Universitys School of Dentistry. ANI
Blood pressure fluctuations a new stroke risk factor
Extremely variable blood pressure, and not just high blood pressure, can greatly increase a persons risk of stroke, researchers have said. ANI
Flu during pregnancy may raise babys schizophrenia risk
Influenza A infection during pregnancy can affect brains of babies, says a study on rhesus monkeys. ANI
Warfarin users more vulnerable to brain bleeding after stroke treatment
Warfarin users appear more likely to develop brain haemorrhage following stroke treatment with the anticoagulant, a new study has found. ANI
Snake venom could advance drug discovery, understanding of diseases
Snake venom contains a protein that has the potential for new drug discovery and to advance understanding of disease mechanisms, according to researchers. ANI
Mischievous gut bugs could be making you fat
You can blame bacteria in your stomach for those unwanted pounds. A new study claims that the bugs, which are found in the digestive tract, boost appetite. ANI
Mischievous gut bugs could be making you fat
You can blame bacteria in your stomach for those unwanted pounds. A new study claims that the bugs, which are found in the digestive tract, boost appetite. ANI
Norepinephrine better than dopamine for shock patients
Blood pressure of shock patients can be stabilized better with norepinephrine than dopamine, a new study claims. ANI
Experimental drug better for kidney transplant
The experimental drug belatacept are better than standard immunosuppressive drugs in preventing graft rejection in kidney transplant recipients and preserving kidney function, a new study claims. ANI
Eye infection linked to increased stroke risk
People who have had shingles infection that affects the eyes may have a heightened risk of stroke, according to a new study. ANI
Pine bark extract reduces BP, counteracts kidney damage caused by hypertension
Pycnogenol, an antioxidant plant extract from the bark of the French maritime pine tree, can counteract kidney damage caused by hypertension, according to a new study. ANI
Weight loss diets reverse arterial clogging
Healthy, long-term weight loss diets can significantly reverse carotid (main brain artery) atherosclerosis, a direct risk factor for strokes and heart attacks, a new study has found. ANI
Exercise defies negative effects of weight regain
Regaining weight is very detrimental to health but a new study suggests that exercise can counter those negative effects. ANI
Reduction of salt in processed foods could save lives, money
A new study has found that reducing salt in processed foods could prevent strokes and heart attacks and also save billions of dollars in medical costs. ANI
Low-carb, low-fat and Mediterranean diets reverse atherosclerosis in fat people
A low-carbohydrate diet, a low-fat diet and the Mediterranean diet have been found effective in helping obese people to reverse carotid atherosclerosis, researchers have reported. ANI
Superwoman syndrome credited to popping prescription pills
A survey has revealed that most women, who are overwhelmed by jobs, kids and commitments, pop prescription pills to boost their energy, calm them down or for any other non medical reason. ANI
Further evidence on benefits of BP drugs in diabetic retinopathy treatment
A new study has offered more evidence that certain high blood pressure drugs may be useful in preventing and treating diabetic retinopathy, the leading cause of vision loss in people with diabetes. ANI
Single men, unhappily married men at increased fatal stroke risk
Get married? Well, then be grateful, for according to a new study, single men and unhappily married men may face a higher risk of fatal stroke in later decades. ANI
Hormone changes during menopause raise heart disease risk
Scientists say hormone changes during menopause increase the risk of heart disease in women. ANI
Low natural antibody levels linked to stroke risk
The presence of a certain type of antibody in the immune system is associated with the chances of suffering a stroke, a new study from Karolinska Institutet shows. ANI
Chronic migraineurs more likely to be sick, poor, depressed
A new research has shown that chronic migraine sufferers tend to be in poorer general health, less well off, and more depressed than those with episodic migraine. ANI
Bluegiga Expands to Health and Medical Market With the New Bluegiga eHealth Access Point
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Drink cranberry juice to lower BP
Drinking cranberry juice can lower your blood pressure, according to a new research. ANI
Low natural antibody levels linked to stroke risk
The presence of a certain type of antibody in the immune system is associated with the chances of suffering a stroke, a new study from Karolinska Institutet shows. ANI
Tai chi may help diabetics
Tai chi, an ancient form of Chinese exercise, may benefit those with type 2 diabetes, says a university researcher. ANI
Migraine doubles heart attack risk
Migraine sufferers are more likely to have heart attacks, a new study claims. ANI
Lower IQ associated with higher rates of cardiovascular disease
IQ is among the strongest predictors of cardiovascular disease and is second only to cigarette smoking in large population study, a new research has found. ANI
Early life stress could be risk factor for cardiovascular disease
Early life stress increases sensitivity to a hormone known to increase blood pressure and increases your cardiovascular risk in adult life, researchers have reported. ANI
Sagent Pharmaceuticals Announces FDA Approval of Labetalol Hydrochloride Injection, USP
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High BP may help predict dementia in older adults
A new study has shown that hypertension may act as a predictor for progression to dementia in older adults with impaired ability to organize thoughts and make decisions. ANI
Mediterranean diet helps keep the mind sharp
Mediterranean diet, which includes a high intake of veggies, whole grains, and fish, a low intake of saturated fat and meat and moderate alcohol use, can help people avoid the small areas of brain damage that can lead to problems with thinking and memory, says a new study. ANI
Novel compound could become new antidepressant
Oregon State University chemists have created a new compound that may soon be used as a new antidepressant. ANI
Brit woman gets incompatible kidney in ground-breaking transplant
Maxine Bath has had a life-saving kidney transplant after having her blood plasma frozen and filtered to make sure the organ was not rejected by her body. ANI
How to give your kitchen and diet a heart-healthy makeover
An American cardiologist says that processed foods found in kitchens can not only be harmful for the heart and the waistline but even taste buds. ANI
China Medicine Corporation Announces Closing of Financing, New Board Member
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Low levels of serotonin linked to sudden infant death syndrome
Scientists have found a link between low levels of serotonin - a brain chemical that conveys messages between cells - and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). ANI
Just one energy drink can cause serious heart conditions
Just one energy drink, designed to increase stamina and improve physical performance, can cause serious heart conditions, according to a new study. ANI
Just one energy drink can cause serious heart conditions
Just one energy drink, designed to increase stamina and improve physical performance, can cause serious heart conditions, according to a new study. ANI
Herbal remedies adversely affect heart patients taking meds
Herbal supplements such as St. Johns wort, gingko biloba, garlic and even grapefruit juice may adversely affect people taking medications for heart disease. ANI
Over-training could be counterproductive, says expert
Over-training, also called over-exercising, is counterproductive to realizing your fitness goals, says an expert. ANI
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