Lifestyle

Oral contraceptives, or birth control pills, are used by women to prevent pregnancy, manage acne, alleviate menstrual cramps, and reduce the risk of ovarian cysts. While some types are known to raise resting blood pressure, the effect of these pills on blood pressure during intense exercise remains unclear.

The findings linked the early risk of puberty with accelerated bone growth and bone age caused because of exposure to blue light

Such symptoms of pain in muscles are quite common in people taking statins. The symptoms are mild and they get better on discontinuation of statin or lowering the dose

Originating from Mumbai’s culinary landscape and known for its innovative Cantonese and Japanese cuisine, KOKO in the city opened at RMZ Nexity, Hitec City

In the study, published in the scientific journal Addiction Biology, cannabis is described as a 'genotoxic' substance because it damages a cell's genetic information

Of the 82.8 crore globally, 14.8 crore were in China, 4.2 crore, 3.6 crore and 2.2 crore lived in the US, Pakistan and Brazil, respectively, the researchers found

Celebrity nutritionist Pooja Makhija, the queen of healthy eating, said nutrition is one of the most underestimated partners in one’s health journey.

In consumer tech, the trend toward health-focused products is evident. Fitness wearables experienced a 59 per cent volume growth, while hot air fryers grew by more than 100 per cent, signalling broader health-conscious behaviour

Bowel cancer, or colorectal cancer, begins in the large intestine, affecting the colon and rectum. Researchers will investigate resveratrol, a natural compound in grapes, blueberries, raspberries, and peanuts, for its potential in cancer prevention.

The study emphasizes the importance of maintaining stable, adequate sleep for healthy aging. "The findings highlight the need to monitor changes in sleep duration in middle-aged and older adults," the researchers stated in their paper published in BMC Public Health. The team analyzed 3,306 participants who were free of major chronic diseases in 2011 and aged 60 or older by 2020.

By analyzing millions of spatial points across nine organs in male mice, researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and BGI Research developed high-precision spatial transcriptomic maps. These maps reveal the spatial distribution of over 70 cell types, providing a detailed view of aging’s spatial characteristics.

A study published in the Journal of Hepatology Reports suggests that low-to-medium fat dairy products, such as skimmed milk, cottage cheese, and low-fat cheese, may offer protective benefits and should be preferred over high-fat dairy to help prevent Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD).

Recent advancements in non-surgical treatment methods are revolutionizing vascular care, making high-quality treatments accessible even in remote areas. Over 100 medical professionals from across India took part in the Indian Vein Congress (IVC) 2024, hosted by Avis Hospitals, with experts from Brazil joining virtually.

Anorexia nervosa is a psychiatric disorder characterized by extreme food restriction, excessive exercise, and/or purging through methods like laxatives and vomiting. It has the highest mortality rate among psychiatric conditions. Lead author Dr. Stephanie Knatz Peck from the University of California, San Diego, stated, "Our findings suggest that psilocybin may help facilitate meaningful psychological change in some individuals with anorexia nervosa."

Alzheimer’s currently affects over 55 million people worldwide, with cases expected to triple by 2050. Advances in diagnostic methods that are faster, less invasive, and more affordable could enable timely intervention for the neurodegenerative disease. However, the report notes that questions remain about their real-world impact on patient outcomes.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is known to increase stroke risk on its own. A recent study in the European Heart Journal revealed that individuals with kidney failure are significantly more likely to experience a heart attack or stroke and face a higher risk of death as a result.

Researchers from University College London (UCL) analyzed the time spent in each cognitive state and the likelihood of progressing to neuro-cognitive disorders like cognitive impairment and dementia. This approach allowed them to understand how socioeconomic factors influence the progression of these disorders and the time individuals spend in each cognitive state.

The study, published in JAMA Network Open, suggests that heavy ex-smokers may need over 25 years for their remaining CVD risk to match that of never-smokers. The research aimed to determine how long someone must quit smoking to reduce their cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk.

A study conducted by researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, which involved over 200,000 adults, found that abnormal lipid (fat) levels in the blood—a significant risk factor for cardiovascular diseases like heart attacks and strokes—could account for the increasing global incidence of heart problems following the pandemic.

Psoriasis is a prevalent chronic autoimmune condition characterized by skin inflammation, leading to thick, itchy, scaly patches, primarily on the knees, elbows, trunk, and scalp. Common symptoms include red patches, rashes, skin scaling, dry and cracked skin, itching, and soreness.

Based on The Lancet analysis, prevalence of abdominal obesity is high to very high across all the Southern States.

A study by US and Canadian researchers offers strong evidence of the lifelong health impact of early sugar intake. Children with restricted sugar consumption during their first 1,000 days after conception had up to a 35% lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

The overall breast cancer genomic atlas is seeking to create India-specific cancer genomic resources and in the process find actionable molecular features of clinical significance, senior scientists from CCMB said.

Researchers at the University of Virginia in the US found that the effect is driven by ghrelin, a hormone responsible for stimulating appetite. They observed that hunger levels decrease significantly after high-intensity exercise, compared to moderate-intensity exercise or no exercise at all.