A study found that individuals with a gene variant that enhances bitter taste perception were nearly twice as likely to consume excessive sodium. This genetic variation also influenced food choices, but not sugar or alcohol intake. The research may help people make better food choices tailored to their individual preferences.
Researchers have discovered how heat shock factor 1 (HSF1), a master transcriptional regulator, is activated and controlled by the on/off switch HSP70 and phosphorylation. This finding could lead to treatments for cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.
Researchers found that shorter leukocyte telomere length is associated with poorer cardiovascular health and reflects cardiovascular health more accurately in women and white people. The study used data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey to measure telomere length and overall cardiovascular health in 5,194 subjects.
A UCF scientist has developed filaments that can harness and store sunlight, weaving them into textiles for a breakthrough in wearable technology. The innovation could revolutionize military and civilian applications, including powering smartphones and electric cars.
The USPSTF recommends initiating low- to moderate-dose statins in adults ages 40 to 75 with high CVD risk factors and a 10-year event risk of 10% or greater. Statin use is also recommended for those with risk factors between 7.5-10%. However, the current evidence is insufficient to assess benefits in older adults (76+ years).
A community-led campaign that included policy changes, education efforts and culture-shifting initiatives reduced sugary drink sales by nearly 20 percent in Howard County, Maryland. The campaign, led by the Horizon Foundation and partners, also improved food choices and reduced obesity risk.
A study led by Massachusetts General Hospital found that following a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce genetic heart attack risk. The research team analyzed data from over 55,000 participants and found that each healthy lifestyle factor reduced risk, with favorable lifestyles cutting incidence by 50% in those at highest geneti...
Global carbon emissions have shown almost no growth for three years, with a projected rise of only 0.2% in 2016. The slowdown is attributed to decreased coal use in China, which saw emissions decrease by 0.7% in 2015. However, the reduction is not enough to limit climate change below 2 degrees Celsius.
Researchers found a positive correlation between omega-3 fatty acid levels and lower systolic and diastolic blood pressures. Eating diets rich in omega-3 foods could be a strategy to prevent high blood pressure.
Most smartphone applications claiming to improve diet and nutrition fail to adhere to evidence-based guidelines. A study found that over 75% of apps received low scores for addressing daily food group amounts and whole grains. This highlights the need for app developers to address these gaps.
A recent study found that the incidence of coronary heart disease in the US declined by nearly 20% between 1983 and 2011. The decline was attributed to improvements in diabetes treatment and control, as well as changes in awareness and prevention efforts.
A new study by Intermountain Medical Center found that cardiac rehabilitation significantly reduces the risk of death in heart patients with moderate to severe depression after heart surgery. The study, conducted on 118 patients, showed a nearly 75% decrease in mortality rates among those who attended rehab.
Researchers found that women with CHD who are deemed high risk by conventional measures are more likely to have safe, healthy pregnancies than current risk-assessments suggest. The study used CARPREG and ZAHARA risk scores and found significant discrepancies between estimated and observed risks.
Researchers at Ohio State University discovered that an abundance of white blood cells in the spleen can send messages to the brain leading to behavioral changes long after mice experience repeated stress. The study suggests that the immune system may represent a novel therapeutic target for treating mental health conditions.
A recent study from Queen Mary University of London found that sexually selected species can adapt faster to new environments, but only when population sizes are large. Competitive males pay a high price for their displays, increasing the risk of extinction when populations are small.
The project aims to improve diagnosis and tailor treatment by analyzing the genome and expressed genes of tumour cells from 250 breast cancer patients. This personalized approach will help doctors choose the best treatment for individual patients, potentially increasing survival rates and reducing side effects.
A study of 80,000 healthy adults found that moderate drinking was associated with slower declines in high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels over time. Moderate drinkers had the slowest decline in HDL levels, with heavy drinking nearly eliminating this benefit.
Researchers found that catheter ablations lower the long-term risk of recurrent stroke by 50% in atrial fibrillation patients with a prior history of stroke. The procedure creates scar tissue to prevent rapid electric currents from causing abnormal heart rhythms.
Active marijuana use was linked to an increased risk of developing stress cardiomyopathy, a sudden weakening of the heart muscle reducing its ability to pump. Marijuana users were more likely to experience cardiac arrest and require implanted defibrillators compared to non-users.
Researchers found that patients with high cholesterol who take statins have a 20% increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. However, those in the fit and highly fit categories had significantly lower diabetes risk, with reductions of 22% and 42%, respectively.
A study of 827 US adults found that the average daily sodium intake was 3,662 milligrams, exceeding the recommended limit of 2,300mg. Potassium levels were also lower than adequate, with women and blacks having the lowest levels.
A new study by Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute found that two different blood clot prevention medications are just as safe and effective for patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention. The risk of major bleeding after 30 days was low and not significantly different between the two treatment methods.
A 10-year precision trial involving 24,081 patients in 13 countries investigated the cardiovascular safety of widely used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and COX-2-specific inhibitors. The trial found that celecoxib shares similar cardiovascular toxicity with rofecoxib, leading to increased nuance in analgesic recommendations for ...
A study of nearly 2,400 elderly heart attack survivors found that only 9.8% filled prescription medications for smoking cessation within 90 days after discharge. Factors such as age and previous heart procedures made it less likely for patients to use these medications.
A multicenter trial found that 13 out of 36 advanced heart failure patients treated with LVAD and intensive drug therapy recovered enough heart function to have the device removed. The study suggests that these devices can be used to reverse heart failure, especially when combined with drug therapy.
Researchers studied nearly 3,000 black participants in the Jackson Heart study, who reported their smoking status. The study found that those smoking over a pack a day had a 62% higher risk of developing diabetes compared to others.
Children born via Cesarean section may be more likely to become overweight or obese, with a 40% greater odds of this outcome compared to those born vaginally. The association is strongest among mothers who are already obese, suggesting that vaginal delivery may help mitigate the risk.