In a nutshell This study investigated whether olive oil enriched with oleanolic acid (OA) could help prevent Type 2 diabetes (T2D) in patients with prediabetes. The authors concluded that OA-enriched oil helped lower the risk of developing T2D in these patients. Some background The development of diabetes often comes after what is called...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if dairy intake has an effect on blood pressure (BP) management. They found that a high dairy diet (HDD) led to reduced BP. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. There are multiple ways to manage BP. Medication can be used to reduce BP. Lifestyle changes are...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed different rehabilitation programs for stroke survivors. Researchers suggested that aerobic programs (AP) are associated with improved outcomes for these patients. Some background A cut-off of blood flow to the brain causes a stroke. Brain cells stop receiving oxygen and begin to die. The abilities controlled by these...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of a 5-week rehabilitation program for patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that these patients had an improvement in their physical condition. Some background PD is a chronic disease that affects brain cells. These cells are responsible for controlling body movements...
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In a nutshell This study investigated how common symptoms of anxiety and depression are amongst patients with diabetes mellitus. This study concluded that 1 in 10 patients had symptoms of both anxiety and depression. Some background Depression is nearly twice as common in adults with diabetes compared to the general population. Approximately 1 in 5...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined if low-glycemic index (GI) diets can help improve symptoms of diabetes and pre-diabetes. This study concluded that low-GI diets might help reduce blood sugar levels and body weight in these patients. Some background Patients with pre-diabetes, T1D, or T2D have difficulty controlling their blood glucose levels. The...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if herbs and spices (H&S) have a positive effect on blood pressure (BP). They found that H&S may reduce BP in hypertensive patients. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. Managing BP levels can be a challenge. There are several strategies to reduce BP....
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In a nutshell This study investigated the relationship between smoking and the risk of a second cardiovascular event (CVE). Researchers suggested that after a first CVE, smoking cessation (SC; quit smoking) lowers the risk of a second CVE. Some background Cardiovascular events (CVEs) include stroke, heart attack or death due to damage to the...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the relationship between smoking and the risk of a second cardiovascular event (CVE). Researchers suggested that after a first CVE, smoking cessation (SC; quit smoking) lowers the risk of a second CVE. Some background Cardiovascular events (CVEs) include stroke, heart attack or death due to damage to the...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether sedentary behavior (SB) decreases the quality of life of patients with Parkinson's disease. Researchers suggested that being more active improves the quality of life of these patients. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) affects brain cells. The abilities controlled by these cells are lost...
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In a nutshell This article investigated the relationship between electronic cigarette (EC) use and myocardial infarction (MI; heart attack). The authors concluded that EC use is associated with an increased risk of having had an MI. Some background People who smoke normal cigarettes are 2 to 5 times more likely to have an MI. It is...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effects of exercise at home in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This study found that the at-home exercise program had multiple fitness benefits and was tolerated by most patients. Some background Exercise is important for patients with lung cancer. Exercise is associated with...
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