Green Mediterranean diet may benefit health more than traditional Mediterranean diet

Green Mediterranean diet may benefit health more than traditional Mediterranean diet The Green-MED dietary plan may improve folate status and help those with impaired folate metabolism. A study suggests that participants following a plant-rich Green Mediterranean diet (Green-MED) had significantly higher blood folate levels than those following a traditional Mediterranean diet or standard healthy eating […]

GLP-1s Like Ozempic, Mounjaro Linked to Reduced Stroke, Heart Risks

GLP-1s Like Ozempic, Mounjaro Linked to Reduced Stroke, Heart Risks A growing body of evidence shows that GLP-1 drugs benefit cardiovascular health. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy help protect heart health, but stopping the medications may reduce the protective effects. Some research suggests that GLP-1s containing tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) may help lower the risk […]

Experts share 5 things to consider before you stop taking blood pressure meds

Experts share 5 things to consider before you stop taking blood pressure meds Experts explain that some people may be able to gradually come off blood pressure medication with close monitoring, while others may not. Research presented at the 63rd European Renal Association Congress suggests that certain types of calcium channel blockers may increase the […]

Chronic Pain? Melatonin May Provide Some Relief, Study Finds

Chronic Pain? Melatonin May Provide Some Relief, Study Finds Melatonin alleviated chronic pain about as effectively as over-the-counter painkillers, a new study found.  A new study found melatonin eased chronic musculoskeletal pain about as effectively as over-the-counter painkillers. The benefit was clearest for chronic pain, but results for post-surgical pain were less clear, the study […]

Why Some Patients Do Not Respond to GLP-1 Therapies

Why Some Patients Do Not Respond to GLP-1 Therapies Emerging evidence suggests that some individuals develop nutritional deficiencies during treatment, whereas others experience biologically driven GLP-1 resistance. Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists such as semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy; Novo Nordisk) have transformed obesity and type 2 diabetes management. These therapies promote significant weight loss, improve glycemic […]

Could giving up high-sugar, high-fat diets help reverse cognitive damage?

Could giving up high-sugar, high-fat diets help reverse cognitive damage? High-sugar diets may irreversibly harm brain health, animal studies find.  There are several healthy lifestyle choices people can make to help protect their brain health as they age, such as eating a brain-healthy diet. Past studies show that certain foods, such as diets with high-fat […]

When should you get a mammogram to screen for breast cancer? Experts clarify

When should you get a mammogram to screen for breast cancer? Experts clarify When should you actually get a mammogram to screen for breast cancer?  The latest breast cancer screening guidance document released by the American College of Physicians has drawn mixed reactions. The updated guidelines include changed advice on routine supplemental MRIs or ultrasounds, […]

GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic, Wegovy May Help Treat Anxiety, Depression

GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic, Wegovy May Help Treat Anxiety, Depression New research suggests that GLP-1s could offer dual benefits for treating both metabolic and mental health issues. A new study found that people taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy had a lower risk of worsening depression and anxiety. The participants also had fewer hospitalizations […]

Your health isn’t luck: take control today to avoid diabetes and hypertension

Your health isn’t luck: take control today to avoid diabetes and hypertension The choices you make today could determine whether you’ll be hiking with your grandkids or watching from the sidelines. It’s easy to feel like our health is just a matter of luck or DNA. But the truth is much more empowering: you have […]