A recent study published in BMJ Open found that low-income individuals have poorer adherence to the Mediterranean diet, leading to higher rates of obesity. The researchers analyzed data from 13,000 participants and discovered a significant association between income levels and dietary habits.
A study by Italian researchers found that people who are well-informed about health through mass media are more likely to stick to the Mediterranean diet, a healthy eating pattern. The study analyzed data from over 1,000 participants and found that those with higher exposure to mass media information reported better eating habits.
A study published in the European Journal of Epidemiology found that moderate beer consumption can lower cardiovascular disease risk by up to 31% compared to non-drinkers. The research also revealed a dose-dependent effect for beer, with maximum protection observed at approximately one English pint per day.
A recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that moderate alcohol consumption significantly reduces the risk of death from any cause in people who have previously suffered from ischemic vascular disease. The study analyzed data from over 16,000 patients and found a 20% risk reduction, comparable ...
Researchers found that moderate wine consumption is associated with increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids in the body, considered protective against coronary heart disease. The study suggests that compounds other than alcohol may be responsible for this effect, and polyphenols in wine are a potential key player.
A European study found that many people are unaware of their high blood pressure and struggle to manage it. Despite increasing awareness, only half of those diagnosed have optimal control, highlighting the need for urgent initiatives to address this critical health threat.
A study published in Nature Biotechnology found that feeding knockout mice with powdered purple tomatoes increased their lifespan by an average of 40 days. The high anthocyanin content of the tomatoes demonstrated significant antioxidant activity, potentially leading to new ways to prevent diseases like cancer and cardiovascular disease.
A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition has found that consuming moderate amounts of dark chocolate (6.7 grams per day) can lower the risk of heart attack by significantly reducing inflammation and cardiovascular disease. The study, which enrolled over 20,000 participants, suggests that this amount of dark chocolate is associ...
A study by Catholic University - Campobasso confirms flavonoids' beneficial effects on human health, particularly on the heart. The research found that rats fed an anthocyanin-rich diet were more resistant to myocardial infarction.
A study by the Catholic University of Campobasso confirms that moderate alcohol consumption reduces all-cause mortality and cardiovascular disease. Drinking in moderation (2 glasses a day) leads to a 18% reduction in mortality for men, while women's protection disappears after 2 glasses.
A recent study has found that thrombotic complications occur in 5.2% of children with leukaemia, with the highest risk during antileukaemic therapy induction phase. The researchers have identified several factors associated with an increased risk of thrombosis and explored the role of genetic determinants.