The prevalence of conditions affecting the nervous system has reached an alarming high, surpassing heart disease as the leading cause of ill health worldwide. According to a major analysis conducted by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), more than 3.4 billion people, accounting for 43 percent of the global population, experienced a neurological
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Imagine finding out that you have an uninvited guest in your brain, one that has made itself comfortable and is causing you headaches. This is the reality for one middle-aged man from Florida who discovered that his brain was infested with tapeworm cysts. But how did this happen and what can we learn from this
In today’s modern world, technological advancements have significantly reduced the need for physical movement. With many individuals spending hours in front of screens at work or home, the detrimental effects of prolonged sitting have become increasingly apparent. A recent study conducted by the University of California, San Diego shed light on the risks associated with
The surge in deaths related to the widely prescribed anxiety medication, pregabalin, has raised significant concerns. In 2018, there were 187 reported deaths associated with pregabalin in England and Wales. However, this number more than doubled in 2022, with a staggering 441 deaths linked to the drug. The recent media coverage has drawn parallels to
The age-old saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” has long been considered a simple and effective piece of nutrition advice. However, recent research has shed light on the potential health benefits of sugar-free gum, challenging the traditional wisdom surrounding dietary choices. While apples are undoubtedly nutritious, studies have failed to establish a
Intermittent fasting has gained popularity as a dietary strategy for weight loss and overall health improvement. The idea of periodic calorie restriction leading to metabolic benefits and potential protection against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease has been around for centuries. However, what does the current scientific evidence reveal about the impact of intermittent fasting on
Recent research has shed light on the potential dangers of discontinuing common ADHD medication during pregnancy. Although it may seem like the safest option, especially with existing recommendations suggesting so, stopping ADHD medication such as dexamphetamine part-way through pregnancy could actually pose risks to the expecting mother and her baby. A study conducted at the
A recent study conducted by the University of Pittsburgh has revealed the presence of blood-based markers that can unveil a person’s biological age. This discovery has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach age-related health issues by providing insight into the wear and tear our cells and organs undergo as we grow older. By
High-protein, low-carb diets have long been hailed as the go-to method for bodybuilders looking to build muscle and shed fat. However, recent insights from bodybuilding champion Mark Taylor challenge this conventional wisdom. Taylor, a 52-year-old who clinched the “Mr Universe” title in 2023, attributes his success not to a high-protein, low-carb diet, but rather to
A recent phase one trial conducted by Novo Nordisk revealed that their experimental weight loss pill, amycretin, could be significantly more effective than their current blockbuster drugs, Ozempic and Wegovy. The trial indicated that participants lost an impressive 13 percent of their body weight over a three-month period, compared to the typical six percent weight
Recently, the FDA made a proposal to revoke the registration of a modified vegetable oil known as BVO, which has been used as an emulsifying agent in citrus-flavored sodas since the 1930s. The decision was made based on toxicology studies that raised concerns about the safety of using BVO in food products. This move marks
In a unique case from Germany, a 62-year-old man has made headlines for receiving an astonishing 217 COVID-19 vaccines in just 29 months. This extreme approach to vaccination was initially driven by the man’s desire to sell proof of vaccination cards to others. While researchers do not endorse hypervaccination as a strategy, they are now