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Gut microbes play key role in regulating stress responsiveness throughout the day, research finds

A pioneering study has uncovered the vital role that gut microbiota plays in regulating stress responses by interacting with the body’s circadian rhythms. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Causal relationship seen between GERD and hypertension

There is a positive causal relationship between gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and hypertension, according to a study published online Sept. 23 in Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Dementia risk rises with any amount of alcohol use, new study suggests

There is no level of alcohol consumption that does not increase the risk of dementia among drinkers, according to a new study. Read more Source: Medical News Today

Many US adults with uncontrolled hypertension are unaware of hypertension status

More than half of adults with uncontrolled hypertension are unaware that they have hypertension, according to a study published online Sept. 11 in JAMA Network Open. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Can sleeping on your back increase your risk for Alzheimer’s disease?

Everyone has a favorite position in which they like to sleep. Some people sleep on their sides, which is known as a lateral recumbent position. Some sleep on their stomachs — called prone sleeping — while others sleep on their back, known as supine sleeping. Now, a new study recently presented at the Alzheimer’s Association […]

Five facts about atrial fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is a fast and irregular heart rhythm that, left untreated, can lead to blood clots, stroke and heart failure. It’s the most common type of arrhythmia, a potentially serious condition in which the heart beats too quickly, too slowly or in an irregular pattern. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Low-carb diets may support heart health, but how nutritious are they?

Due to their restrictive nature, low-carbohydrate diets, which provide less than 130 grams of carbohydrates per day, are often viewed as nutrient-deficient diets. However, a recent study analyzed the calorie and nutrient levels provided by well-planned low- and very-low-carbohydrate diet plans, suggesting they can meet some of the nutrient needs of certain populations, particularly middle-aged […]

A new app uses smartphone technology to ‘uncuff’ blood pressure monitoring

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are pioneering a new approach to blood pressure monitoring—using the devices we carry with us every day. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Semaglutide and tirzepatide lead to better blood sugar control and weight loss in type 1 diabetes, study finds

Semaglutide and tirzepatide treatment lead to significant weight loss and improve blood sugar control in individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D) who are living with overweight or obesity Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Low-impact yoga and exercise found to help older women manage urinary incontinence

Older women struggling with urinary incontinence can benefit from regular, low-impact exercise, with yoga as well as stretching and strengthening showing benefits in a new study published Aug. 27 in Annals of Internal Medicine. Read more Source: Medical Xpress