In a nutshell This study examined the link between smoking and the risk of mortality from prostate cancer. Authors reported that smoking increased mortality risk in patients with prostate cancer, particularly for heavier smokers. Some background Advances in early detection of prostate cancer have led to a growing number of men living with...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated the effects of specific lifestyle factors in the incidence and severity of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) in breast cancer patients. This study found that obesity, antioxidant supplements and physical activity were associated with CIPN. Some background CIPN, or damage to the...
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In a nutshell This review examined findings on lifestyle interventions for men with prostate cancer managed with active surveillance. The authors reported preliminary evidence on the benefits of physical exercise for men undergoing active surveillance. Some background Due to advances in the early detection of prostate cancer, many prostate tumors...
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In a nutshell This paper studied whether heavy physical exertion and emotional upset or anger could trigger a heart attack. Authors reported that these factors were associated with an increased risk of a heart attack. Some background Heavy physical exertion can be a temporary strain on the heart. Anger or emotional upset can also increase blood...
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In a nutshell The aim of this study was to assess levels, causes and effects of fatigue in patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). The authors concluded that fatigue is common in patients with JIA and is related to time of day, disease activity, pain, mental wellbeing, and sleep. Some background Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the characteristics of rheumatoid arthritis patients who were more likely to use reminders to adhere to their treatment plan and the effect this had on disease activity. The authors concluded that older white men were most likely to use medical reminders. The use of calendar reminders was associated with fewer tender...
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In a nutshell This study examined risk factors on the incidence of urinary incontinence (UI) after hysterectomy. Researchers reported that some women developed UI after hysterectomy and some women with previous UI had a remission of symptoms. Researchers concluded that factors such as child delivery method, obesity, and uterus size can affect both...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined the safety of increasing potassium in the diets of patients with hypertension receiving treatment with angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). The authors concluded that increasing dietary potassium in these patients had no negative effect on the level of potassium in...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effect of a supervised exercise and diet program on markers of heart disease risk in men undergoing androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). Researchers report preliminary evidence that lifestyle changes can improve fitness and arterial function in men undergoing long-term ADT. Some background ADT is a common...
Read MoreIn a nutshell The main objective of this review was to summarize evidence on the effect of lifestyle and diet on prostate cancer progression, recurrence and death. The authors concluded that a variety of factors appeared to affect prostate cancer progression, including not smoking, exercise and healthy body weight. Some background Prostate...
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In a nutshell This review examined the role of diet and nutrition in preventing and managing type 2 diabetes (T2D). Diets rich in whole grains, fruit, vegetables, nuts, legumes and low in refined grains, processed meats and sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs) reduced the risk of developing diabetes and were beneficial for management of existing...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether there was a link between dietary isoflavones and stroke. The authors concluded that for people who consume a high amount of isoflavones, there is a small increase in the risk of stroke. Some background Previous studies have shown that chemically synthesized estrogens can result in an increased...
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