Health

ISLAMABAD, June 20 (Online): The composition of the gut microbiome is being increasingly recognized as essential for overall health and effective weight management. A new study in mice suggests that protein-rich diets can influence gut bacteria and their byproducts, potentially affecting body weight and composition. […]

ISLAMABAD, JUNE 15 (ONLINE): Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is linked to plaque buildup in blood vessels. It can increase the risk of serious cardiovascular events, such heart attack and stroke. Statins are a medication type that can help people at risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Doctors […]

ISLAMBAD, JUNE 15 (ONLINE): It has long been known that depression and memory loss go hand-in-hand. A new study demonstrates that each condition may, in fact, inform the other. Experts note the pathology of depression and memory loss overlap within the brain. The findings of […]

ISLAMABAD, June 15 (Online): Researchers report that people who lose weight prior to bariatric surgery reduce their risk of complications. They said the people with a body mass index of more than 70 before their surgery are at the greatest risk for complications. They said […]

ISLAMABAD, June 14 (Online): A recent animal study suggests that intense exercise may unexpectedly contribute to weight gain by reducing subsequent physical activity and lowering body temperature. This effect may be linked to disruptions in the circadian rhythm of the stress hormone corticosterone, which influences […]

ISLAMABAD, June 14 (Online): Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disease that affects thought and functioning and is the most common dementia type. Researchers have been interested in finding out if there are ways to improve cognitive function among people with Alzheimer’s disease, as there is […]

Experts have yet to understand why multiple sclerosis (MS) develops, but current research suggests that genetic and environmental factors may influence its onset. Italian researchers used datasets from the UK Biobank, one of the largest available databases, to conduct a study exploring how diet and […]

ISLAMABAD, JUNE 12 (ONLINE): Researchers report that vigorous physical activity accounts for only 4% of adults waking time while sedentary behavior accounts for 60%. They say that even light physical activity can increase the odds of healthy aging. They add that adequate sleep can also […]

ISLAMABAD, June 12 (ONLINE): A new machine learning model can predict the eventual occurrence of dementia, according to a new study. Its authors say the model is greater than 80% accurate and can predict disease up to nine years early. The study focused on all-cause […]

ISLAMABAD, June 10 (Online): Chili peppers are often recognized for their slight fat-burning and metabolism-boosting properties. However, new research suggests consuming chili peppers more frequently may be associated with a greater risk of obesity. Experts propose that the unhealthy dishes in which chili peppers are […]