Healing Spices Spices have comprised the major part of the indigenous pharmacopeia — “spice medicine” seems to be a suitable name for it — throughout history in all parts of the world. Among practitioners of that art, the ancient Indians and Chinese were the most advanced. The hill that separated India and China never fully… Continue reading SPICES DISEASE INFLAMMATION AND CANCER
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#Smoking and #Alcohol Consumption and Risk of Incident #Diverticulitis in Women
Much of what is known about the effects of alcohol and tobacco use on diverticular disease derives from studies of asymptomatic diverticulosis or complicated diverticulitis. We examined smoking and alcohol consumption and risk of incident diverticulitis in a large cohort of women.MethodsWe conducted a prospective study of 84,232 women in the Nurses’ Health Study II… Continue reading #Smoking and #Alcohol Consumption and Risk of Incident #Diverticulitis in Women
Nature’s Pharmacy: Common Plants With Medicinal Properties
Throughout history, the use of plants for medicinal purposes has been a cornerstone in various cultures around the world. This age-old practice, deeply rooted in traditional knowledge, has seen a revival in recent years, as more people seek natural alternatives for health and wellness. Nature’s pharmacy is not just a trend; it’s supported by a… Continue reading Nature’s Pharmacy: Common Plants With Medicinal Properties
#Prostate Safety Events During #Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Men With HypogonadismA Randomized Clinical Trial
Importance The effect of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) on the risk of prostate cancer and other adverse prostate events is unknown.Objective To compare the effect of TRT vs placebo on the incidences of high-grade prostate cancers (Gleason score ≥4 + 3), any prostate cancer, acute urinary retention, invasive prostate procedures, and pharmacologic treatment for lower urinary tract… Continue reading #Prostate Safety Events During #Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Men With HypogonadismA Randomized Clinical Trial
Long-term risk of #cardiovascular disease after traumatic #brain injury: screening and prevention
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is highly prevalent among individuals participating in contact sports, military personnel, and in the general population. Although it is well known that brain injury can cause neurological and psychiatric complications, evidence from studies on individuals exposed to a single or repetitive brain injuries suggests an understudied association between TBI and the… Continue reading Long-term risk of #cardiovascular disease after traumatic #brain injury: screening and prevention
A meta-analysis study on the association between #smoking and male pattern #hair loss
Smoking—which often refers to recreational consumption of the nicotine-containing tobacco—is deemed a risk factor for both the development of and worsening of androgenetic alopecia (AGA). However, there is no published meta-analysis study on the effect of smoking on AGA; so, we quantitatively synthesized the evidence base pertaining to the recreational activity and this form of… Continue reading A meta-analysis study on the association between #smoking and male pattern #hair loss
OXR1 maintains the retromer to delay brain #aging under #dietary restriction
Dietary restriction (DR) delays aging, but the mechanism remains unclear. We identified polymorphisms in mtd, the fly homolog of OXR1, which influenced lifespan and mtd expression in response to DR. Knockdown in adulthood inhibited DR-mediated lifespan extension in female flies. We found that mtd/OXR1 expression declines with age and it interacts with the retromer, which regulates trafficking of proteins and lipids.… Continue reading OXR1 maintains the retromer to delay brain #aging under #dietary restriction
The Transformative Power of Gratitude: A Journey into Presence
In the tapestry of human existence, few threads weave a narrative as profound as the essence of gratitude. Robert Holden’s timeless wisdom encapsulated in the words, “The more grateful you are, the more present you become,” unveils a profound truth that beckons us to embark on a transformative journey into the depths of mindfulness and… Continue reading The Transformative Power of Gratitude: A Journey into Presence
Consumption of 100% Fruit #Juice and Body #Weight in Children and AdultsA Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Importance Concerns have been raised that frequent consumption of 100% fruit juice may promote weight gain. Current evidence on fruit juice and weight gain has yielded mixed findings from both observational studies and clinical trials.Objective To synthesize the available evidence on 100% fruit juice consumption and body weight in children and adults.Data Sources MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane databases… Continue reading Consumption of 100% Fruit #Juice and Body #Weight in Children and AdultsA Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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