ISLAMABAD, Sep 30(ABC): Sugar is a soluble carbohydrate — a biological molecule consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms. Other carbohydrates include starch and cellulose, which is a structural component of plant cell walls. Simple sugars, or monosaccharides, include glucose and fructose. Granulated sugar is a compound sugar, or disaccharide, known as sucrose, which consists of glucose and fructose. During …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 30(ABC): New research finds nearly 10 percent of Americans are living with depression, with rates about twice that among teens and young adults. “Our study updates the depression prevalence estimates for the U.S. population through the year 2020 and confirms escalating increases in depression from 2015 through 2019, said lead study author Renee D. Goodwin, PhD, an adjunct …

Sep 30(ABC): An experimental Alzheimer’s drug made by Eisai Co Ltd (4523.T) and Biogen (BIIB.O) slowed cognitive and functional decline in a large trial of patients in the early stages of the disease, they said on Tuesday, potentially a rare win in a field littered with failed drugs. Multiple drugmakers have so far tried and failed to find an effective …

NEW YORK, Sep 30(ABC): A number of scientists have wondered if aluminum, a vaccine additive that has been used for decades, had a role in allergies and asthma in children. A new federally funded study has found a possible link, but experts say the research has important shortcomings and is not a reason to change current vaccine recommendations. The study …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 30(ABC): According to statistics, approximately 284 million people worldwide experienced an anxiety disorder in 2017. Data also suggests that around 12 million adults experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the United States in any given year. One of the primary causative factors among these mental health conditions is excessive fear. Fear is a natural emotion that helps ensure …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 27(ABC): “Food as medicine” may be an emerging concept in the Western world but has existed for centuries as the cornerstone of health for many cultures around the globe. However, the role of diet and food in disease prevention and management compared to conventional medicine has been questioned. This Honest Nutrition feature explains the benefits and limitations of …

ISLAMABAD, SEP 26 (ABC): According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 1 in 10 peopleTrusted Source — 37 million Americans — live with diabetes, and over 1 in 3 people have prediabetes. Type 2 diabetes (T2D), the most prevalent form of diabetes, develops when the body becomes resistant to the insulin the pancreas produces or …

ISLAMABAD, September 26 (ABC): An abstract of a study published in Current Developments in Nutrition looks at whether health risks associated with a set of risk factors known as metabolic syndrome may be diminished by consuming green tea extract. The researchers from Pennsylvania State University and Ohio State University say they’re the first to study whether green tea’s anti-inflammatory benefits …

ISLAMABAD, September 26 (ABC): Fleeing threats in your home country, surviving a journey that few can imagine, then, finally, if you are lucky, reaching a country you hope will welcome you. This is the reality for many refugees. But what then? A new World Health Organization report has concluded that many migrants and refugees face poorer health outcomes than local …

ISLAMABAD, September 26 (ABC): In today’s consumerist, fast-moving culture, the pursuit of meaning in life may not be everyone’s immediate goal. However, research shows that finding meaning in life, whatever that might be for the individual, could significantly benefit well-being. Share on PinterestWhy does searching for, and finding meaning in life improve our sense of well-being?  The pursuit of meaning …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 26(ABC): Progressive supranuclear palsy is a rare condition that affects the brain. The condition is also called Steele-Richardson-Olszewski syndrome. Progressive supranuclear palsy causes the brain cells that control movement and motor skills to deteriorate. As the condition progresses, problems with walking balance, walking, eye movement, and swallowing can occur. There’s no cure for progressive supranuclear palsy, but treatment …

ISLAMAABAD, Sep 26(ABC): Tetany can throw people who aren’t feeling normal — and sometimes their doctors — for a loop. In general, tetany involves overly stimulated neuromuscular activity. Tetany is an involuntary muscle cramp or spasm due to abnormal alterations in the body’s electrolytes (especially calcium). It can range from mild cramping of the arms or legs to dangerous changes …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 26(ABC): Go ahead, get that extra hour of sleep. Your brain may thank you later. New research suggests that people not getting enough sleep in their 50s and 60s may be increasing their chances of developing dementia later in life. The studyTrusted Source, published last week in the journal Nature Communications, followed nearly 8,000 people in Great Britain …

ISLAMABAD, SEP 23 (ABC): Managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has its own set of challenges. Symptoms of this complex brain disorder include trouble focusing, restlessness, and impulsiveness. Some people experience poor organizational skills, too. While these are the most common ADHD symptoms, there’s also a link between ADHD and migraine attacks. Here’s a look at why these conditions sometimes …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 23 (ABC): For decades, cardiovascular disease was thought to mainly affect men. In fact, it claims the lives of both men and women in equal numbers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And for women with diabetes, there are a number of gender-specific risk factors that make the likelihood of developing of heart disease even …

ISLAMABD, Sep 23 (ABC): A new study finds attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. While experts have long known that some psychiatric conditions can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, there has been little study on the potential link between ADHD and the risk of cardiovascular disease. Now a group of researchers from Karolinska Institutet and …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 23 (ABC):Health expert Dr Sania Hameed on Friday warned the overuse of cell phones as it has many side effects on children’s health while nearly 89% of our children had been found deeply involved in using mobile phone. Talking to a private news channel, Health expert said it’s high time to determine more about the negative influences of …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 22(ABC): Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. It occurs when blood sugar levels rise due to issues with how the body uses or produces insulin. It can appear at any age, but it is more likely to occur after the age of 45 yearsTrusted Source. In 2019, 37.3 million Americans had diabetes, mostly type …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 22(ABC): Is it true that growing up with a sister or brother influences one’s personality as an adult? Some people may say yes and go so far as to explain how their siblings’ gender may have impacted their personalities. Researchers have also long attempted to answer this question. Now, an expansive study of more than 80,000 people in …

NEW YORK, Sep 22(ABC): Too few U.S. kids with sickle cell anemia get a needed screening for stroke, according to a study released Tuesday. The study found fewer than half get the screening and only about half or fewer get a treatment that can help with pain and anemia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the study, and …

CHICAGO, Sep 22(ABC): People who had COVID-19 are at higher risk for a host of brain injuries a year later compared with people who were never infected by the coronavirus, a finding that could affect millions of Americans, U.S. researchers reported on Thursday. The year-long study, published in Nature Medicine, assessed brain health across 44 different disorders using medical records …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 22 (ABC): For many Americans, the convenience of pre-cooked and instant meals may make it easy to overlook the less-than-ideal nutritional information, but a team led by researchers at Tufts University and Harvard University hope that will change after recently discovering a link between the high consumption of ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of colorectal cancer. In …

ISLAMABAD, SEP 22 (ABC): In the latest installment of our Medical Myths series, we tackle myths associated with aging. Because aging is inevitable and, for some people, frightening, it is no surprise that myths abound. Over the last 200 years, life expectancy at birth has doubled again. As animals go, humans perform well in longevity. According to the World Health …

ISLAMABAD,SEP 22 (ABC): When we are physically active our bones and muscles work together to make them stronger. To maintain bone health, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends a combination of weight-bearing activities 3–5 times per week and resistance exercise 2–3 times a week. Research has shown lifelongTrusted Source exercise to be beneficial for preserving bone health, and a …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 20(ABC): Why did the virus SARS-CoV-2, which caused the COVID-19 pandemic, start infecting people? There is evidence that our interactions with the natural environment are creating perfect conditions for pathogens to move from wild animals to people, as population growth, urbanization and climate change bring us into closer contact with wildlife. Medical News Today looks at the connections …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 20(ABC): The consensus among scientists is that we are in an era of global heating and extreme weather events, primarily due to the devastating effects of human action on the environment. Why are researchers concerned, and what are the implications for health? The Lancet Countdown team is a group of over 120 leading experts on climate, public health, …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 17 (Online): Researchers say a Mediterranean diet rich in virgin olive oil can be beneficial for people who are at risk for heart disease. A Mediterranean diet rich in virgin olive oil may improve the function of “good” cholesterol in people at risk for heart disease, according to a new study. A Mediterranean diet is based on the …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 17 (ABC): New research from investigators at Brigham and Women’s Hospital has further confirmed what is already known about the link between diet and cognition — that what we eat can impact our brain health. Metabolites from healthier diets, such as the Mediterranean diet, were associated with stronger cognitive function while metabolites from diets higher in sugar were …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 17 (ABC): Human beings and fruit flies have very little in common — at first sight. However, studying these flies it is in fact possible to find out more about human nature, particularly when it comes to depressive disorders. It is on this basis that scientists at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) are attempting to gain a better …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 16 (ABC): According to the National Birth Defects Prevention Network, one in every 8,000 to 10,000 births in the United States result in one of two congenital malformations of the ear: microtia (the child is born with only a cartilage stump for an ear) or anotia (the complete lack of an ear). Because there is no properly shaped …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 16 (ABC): Humans help each other — it’s one of the foundations of civilized society. But a new study by scientists at the University of California, Berkeley, reveals that a lack of sleep blunts this fundamental human attribute, with real-world consequences. Lack of sleep is known to be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, depression, diabetes, …

ISLAMABAD, SEP 16 (ABC): As a part of our immune defences, cytotoxic T cells — or killer T cells — seek out and destroy cells that are infected or cancerous. This process is essential for the body’s defence against diseases. These specialised immune cells are armed with lytic granules containing two key components for immune attack: perforin (proteins that punch …

WASHINGTON, Sep 16(ABC): Science has perfected the answer to calming a crying baby: Hold and walk with them for five minutes. The evidence-based soothing strategy was derived from experiments carried out in Japan and Italy, which were analyzed and published in the journal Current Biology on Tuesday. The paper s authors said they hoped the finding could benefit stressed parents, …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 16(ABC): People undergoing simulated night shift work who ate both during the day and at night saw an increase in symptoms of depression and anxiety, a new study found. However, those who ate only during the day were apparently protected from the worsening of mood symptoms. This suggests a possible way to improve the mental health of the …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 16(ABC): Cancer occurs when genetic mutations cause cells grow uncontrollably and can occur in any organ or tissue of the body. According to the World Health Organization, the condition is the secondTrusted Source leading cause of death worldwide. Whereas cancer typically affects people ages 50 years and older, studies indicate that, since the 1990s, the incidence of certain …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 16(ABC): Several studies have found higher rates of major mental illnesses in urban versus rural areas. A 2012 meta-analysis, for instance, found an increased risk for schizophrenia for those who live in cities. Other research, including this study from 2011Trusted Source, has found that people who live in cities experience increased activity in the amygdalaTrusted Source, the brain …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 15(ABC): For most people, it makes sense to get vaccinated against seasonal influenza, or the “flu,” every year. In the U.S. alone, the Centers for Disease Control estimatesTrusted Source that for the years 2019-2020, there were 35 million flu-related illnesses with 20,000 flu-related deaths. According to recent researchTrusted Source, having the flu may increase the chances of getting …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 15 (ABC): The human microbiomeTrusted Source is the community of bacteria, fungi, and viruses that inhabit our bodies, directly affecting our health. Amazingly, scientists estimate that there could be similar numbers of microbes in the body as there are human cells. The microbes that live on or in our bodies help protect us from organisms that cause disease. …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 15 (ABC): Due to the fact that the average lifespan of people in the U.S. has increased over recent decades, some experts project that by 2050, the number of older adults with dementia could reach 13.8 millionTrusted Source. Figures of this stature spark justifiable fear, and, as we have found in previous Medical Myths articles, fear tends to …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 15 (ABC): Older adults experiencing cognitive decline are at risk for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and other forms of dementia. Experts are still working to understand what factors influence cognitive function and what measures people can take to help prevent cognitive decline. A study published in Alzheimer’s & DementiaTrusted Source examined whether or not taking a daily multivitamin or …