If you are under high stress, following a Mediterranean diet — rich in fruits and veggies, nuts and legumes — may help, according to a new research.
The research by a team from Binghamton University, State University of New York, compared the Mediterranean diet with the traditional Western diet to understand how food influences stress.
Autistic children born in poor neighborhoods are more likely to exhibit heightened attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms than those from more resource-rich areas, according to a new study by UC Davis researchers.
This study at the University of California, Davis MIND Institute, marks the first exploration of how neighborhood factors impact ADHD symptoms in both autistic and non-autistic children. The findings could guide public policy changes aimed at improving health equity.
Schizophrenia is a neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of psychosis, including hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking, and given that it runs in families, researchers are focusing on genetic testing and analyzes to pinpoint risk factors.
Recent genomic research has identified nearly 300 common genetic variants and over 20 rare variants as significant risk factors for schizophrenia.
Scientists from the S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology, have, in a new study, unraveled how protein molecules fold and unfold, paving the way to develop treatments for diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
The team used a technique called covalent magnetic tweezers to observe how individual protein molecules fold and unfold under different conditions and interact with osmolytes.
Certain non-statin cholesterol-lowering medications may reduce the risk of liver cancer, according to a recent study. The study, published online in the journal CANCER, suggests a potential protective effect of these medications, adding to existing evidence from past research on statins.
The study, led by the National Cancer Institute of the Maryland National Institute of Health, focussed on five types of non-statin cholesterol-lowering drugs: Cholesterol absorption inhibitors, bile acid sequestrants, fibrates, niacin, and omega-3 fatty acids. These drugs are commonly prescribed to manage cholesterol and lipid levels, each operating through different mechanisms.
It’s not only women, but men can also be at risk of BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic mutations, typically associated with breast and ovarian cancers, according to research calling for increasing screening guidelines for males.
A growing body of research emphasizes that BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic mutations, typically associated with breast and ovarian cancers in women, also pose significant cancer risks to men.
Ultra-processed foods are gaining in popularity all over the world, particularly in North America. Some estimates show the North American diet consists of more than half of the calories in the form of ultra-processed foods. What are they? Ultra-processed foods have been created to replace fresh meals through a series of industrial processes such as hydrolysis, hydrogenation, extrusion, molding, milling, frying, the addition of flavors, the supplementation of emulsifiers, and the add-on of coloring agents. Examples of these foods include soft drinks, energy drinks, flavored yogurts, chocolate, chips, ice cream, candy, sweetened cereals, packaged soups, ready-to-eat meals, different plant milk, meat substitutes, and many more products.
A pioneering HIV-preventive medication developed in the United States has shown remarkable promise, potentially transforming global efforts to curb HIV transmission.
The drug, Lenacapavir, created by California-based biopharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences, Inc., has demonstrated 100% effectiveness in preventing HIV infections among women in a large-scale clinical trial.
Calling it a welcome step, oncologists Tuesday hailed the Indian government’s move to exempt customs duty on three more cancer drugs.
The three drugs are Trastuzumab deruxtecan (for breast cancer), Osimertinib (lung cancer drug for EGFR mutation), and Durvalumab (for lung and biliary tract cancers).
The members of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) recently elected five new officers to ASTRO’s Board of Directors.
An Indian-American doctor has been voted the President-elect of the society.
Researchers at Cornell University in New York have created a generalized method for “cloaking” proteins, which may allow for the recycling of materials like antibodies for biological research and therapeutic applications.
Lipid nanoparticles, which resemble tiny bubbles of fat, can trap the “cloaked” proteins. Because of their microscopic size, these bubbles secretly deliver their cargo into living cells, where the proteins unfold and begin to work as medicine. The generalizable technique could lead to the repurposing of thousands of commercial protein products, including antibodies, for biological research and therapeutic applications.
Indian pharma company Zydus Lifesciences said that it has received final approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) to market tablets for Type 2 diabetes.
With this, Zydus has all three NDAs of Sitagliptin (base) and combination franchise approved, it added.
Depression, which is characterized by sustained deep feelings of sadness and melancholy, and bipolar disorder which is marked by mood swings between extreme elation and severe depression are two distinct but serious causes of disability. Both require correct diagnosis and distinct treatments. Bipolar illness usually starts in the early 20s but on average takes 8-10 years, often longer, for a correct diagnosis. Needless to say, this delay prolongs the agony of the patient and increases the negative sequelae for the patient and their families. Depression usually starts in adulthood but can occur at any age.
US researchers have decoded an element that could destroy cancerous cells, and advance treatment options for the deadly disease that claims millions of lives globally every year.
The element, Actinium, was first discovered by French scientist Andre-Louis Debierne in 1899 and is number 89 on the Periodic Table.
Heart diseases are increasing at an alarming rate, with many young patients in their 20s and 30s succumbing to heart attacks in India. This trend is a huge concern for cardiologists, world-renowned interventional cardiologist Dr. H.K. Bali said Sunday, July 14.
Dr. Bali made the comment during a day-long academic program, CIIST360, organized by HEART Foundation to highlight the latest advances in the field of cardiology. Around 250 cardiologists and physicians from northern India attended the conference.
A team of researchers led by Indian-American scientist Dr. Sameer Sheth has identified a specific neural activity pattern in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who have undergone deep brain stimulation (DBS) treatment.
Accountants must stay mentally sharp to keep their organization running smoothly, but a group of Indian American practitioners gathered recently in Fremont, California to also exercise their bodies.
A novel nanoformulation to cure deadly brain tumours has shown promise in pre-clinical trials, researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi said on July 11.
Glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive type of cancerous brain tumour in adults, poses significant treatment challenges despite available options like surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
Prejudice against fat people is endemic in our society and public health initiatives aimed at reducing obesity have only worsened the problem, an Indian-origin academic said on Monday.
In her new book titled ‘Why It’s OK To Be Fat’, Rekha Nath, Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Alabama in the US, argued for a paradigm shift in how society approaches the topic of obesity.
A recent review published by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) compared the updated blood pressure guidelines from the European Society of Hypertension (ESH). The chief difference between the criteria for the cutoff for hypertension in the US was ≥130/80 while in Europe was ≥140/90 mmHg. The guidelines in India are also akin to the European guidelines. This has caused some confusion. The US criterion is more stringent than the European and Indian criteria and can be seen as classifying a larger number of people as being hypertensive and needing medication. With age blood pressure is likely to rise due to stiffening of the arteries and one can delay the starting of medication by following some steps.
Fathers who consume fish oil supplements can help reduce the risk of obesity among children, a new study in mice have found. The study by researchers at Syracuse University in the US suggests a simple dietary change, in the form of a fish oil supplement taken by fathers, to help address the rising health concern.
According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), the number of young people aged 5 to 19, who are obese, has risen from 31 million in 1990 to 160 million in 2022. Obesity is a major risk factor for diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, and may also lead to poor self-esteem and depression.
A new researcher has identified a specific gut bacteria associated with both mice and human for compulsive eating disorder and obesity. The research was presented Thursday at the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) Forum 2024.
Researchers also found another bacteria that can fight the disorder.
Obesity and smoking are key triggers for Alzheimer’s disease, said health experts while stressing the need to control both, especially in young adults. Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, which is a serious public health concern.
The disease leads to memory loss, cognitive decline, and inability to perform daily tasks.
iNDICA NEWS BUREAU- Cancer in the head and neck regions is on the rise amongst Indians. This trend is propelled by an increased consumption of tobacco and related products, said health experts Sunday, June 23. Head and neck cancer includes cancers in the tongue, mouth, and other parts of the pharynx like oropharynx, nasopharynx, hypopharynx, […]
A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine revealed that a team of researchers have demonstrated the potential of tirzepatide, known to manage type 2 diabetes, as the first effective drug therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a sleep-related condition characterized by repeated episodes of irregular breathing due to complete or partial blockage of the upper airway.
The treatment has the potential to enhance the quality of life for millions worldwide affected by OSA.
