Weight Loss Surgery May Increase Fracture Risk
Individuals who undergo weight loss surgery may face an elevated risk of bone fractures, according to a study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine.
Does Antibiotic Use During Pregnancy and Infancy Impact Childhood Obesity?
Use of antibiotics during pregnancy does not appear to affect children’s weight in subsequent years, but use during infancy may increase their risk of becoming overweight or obese.
Breastfeeding and Risks of Allergies and Asthma
In an Acta Paediatrica study, exclusive breastfeeding for the first 3 months was linked with a lower risk of respiratory allergies and asthma when children reached 6 years…
Better lifestyle habits are useful additions to optimize management of atrial fibrillation
Weight loss, regular physical activity and other lifestyle changes are effective yet underused strategies that should be added to optimize management of atrial fibrillation, according to “Lifestyle and…
More steps-per-day linked to significant reductions in diabetes and high blood pressure
Middle-aged people who walked the most steps-per-day over an average of 9 years had a 43% lower risk of diabetes and a 31% lower risk of high blood…