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 […]
Heart disease often silent for years, pharmacist warns as early screening urged
Heart disease often silent for years, pharmacist warns as early screening urged The terrifying truth about heart disease, which continues to be one of the leading causes of serious illness and death, is that it develops quietly – for years, even decades, before making itself known. By then, the damage is often irreversible. Heart disease […]
Could Eating Your Fruits and Veggies Really Give You Lung Cancer?
Could Eating Your Fruits and Veggies Really Give You Lung Cancer? A new study suggests that pesticides in fruits and veggies could be driving early onset lung cancer rates. A small study found that young nonsmokers who eat more fruit, vegetables, and whole grains are more likely to develop lung cancer than the general population. […]
Omega-3s may affect brain repair: Should you avoid them?
Omega-3s may affect brain repair: Should you avoid them? Omega-3s may sometimes harm the brain, study claims. For many years, we have heard about the potential health benefits of fish oil due in part to their high concentration of omega-3 fatty acids. Past studies have linked the consumption of fish oil to possible protection against […]
All coffee, even decaf, can improve mood, brain health, study finds
All coffee, even decaf, can improve mood, brain health, study finds Coffee, even decaf, has positive impact on gut-brain axis, a new study has found. A new study suggests that regularly drinking four cups of coffee a day could have a positive impact on mood and stress levels. Changes in mood and stress were also […]
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 […]
The SUGAR Handshake Could Be a Sweet Option for Safer Diabetes Care
The SUGAR Handshake Could Be a Sweet Option for Safer Diabetes Care Researchers unveil a pharmacist-led intervention to enhance hypoglycemia management in older adults with type 2 diabetes, improving patient outcomes. By 2050, type 2 diabetes is expected to affect more than 1.3 billion people worldwide.1 Among them, older adults face unique risks, particularly hypoglycemia […]
Changes in gut bacteria may be a warning sign of heart disease
Changes in gut bacteria may be a warning sign of heart disease Good gut bacteria turned bad may predict heart disease risk, a new study suggests. Experts are interested in how microorganisms in the gut impact heart health. A recent study has identified possible bacterial species associated with coronary artery disease, as well as critical […]