Low gluten diets may be associated with higher risk of type 2 diabetes
Diets higher in gluten were associated with a lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Study participants who ate less gluten tended to eat less cereal fiber,…
Only 1 in 5 patients seeking specialist for resistant HBP take meds as prescribed
Only one in five patients seeking specialty care for resistant hypertension are taking all their prescribed medications, according to new research in the American Heart Association’s journal Hypertension.“Another…
Metastatic melanoma: how do local treatment options compare with current standards of care?
Interview with Dr Nicholas Refalo – Of all skin cancers, metastatic melanoma is the deadliest form. Early diagnosis allows it to be cured with surgery alone; later presentations considerably limit…
Following Dietary Recommendations Leads to Modest Heart Health Improvements
Even giving individuals a copy of dietary recommendations can lead to small changesFollowing current dietary recommendations may lead to small improvements in overall heart health in overweight individuals,…
The Role of Weight in Postmenopausal Women’s Longevity
In a large multiethnic study, being underweight was linked with an increased risk of early death among postmenopausal women. Also, a higher waist circumference—but not being overweight or…