In a nutshell This study evaluated the consumption of green tea and coffee and their effect on the incidence of cardiovascular disease, including stroke, intracranial bleeding and coronary heart disease. Some background Green tea and coffee are both considered rich in anti-oxidants, chemical compounds that protect the body from various damaging...
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In a nutshell This article evaluated the association between depressive symptoms following first-time heart attacks and additional cardiovascular events. Some background Depression represents a common affliction affecting thousands of patients following diagnosis of a serious medical condition. Depression is known to seriously affect activities of...
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In a nutshell This review evaluated the effect of physical activity (PA) on the survival of breast cancer patients. Some background Physical activity is known to prevent the development of breast cancer by lowering female sex hormone levels such as estrogen and progesterone (which influence the growth and multiplication of breast cancer cells),...
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether inadequate exercise can be associated with mortality due to systemic (whole body) infection (sepsis) in patients with diabetes mellitus. Some background Sepsis is a medical condition caused by an overwhelming immune response to infection. Chemicals released into the blood to fight infection...
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In a nutshell This study evaluated whether fatigue in the acute (immediate) phase following a stroke predicts physical and mental health outcomes. Some background Fatigue often manifests as physical and mental lack of energy. Post-stroke fatigue does not always improve and is not necessarily related to recent activity. Therefore, fatigue differs...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This review explored the use of Internet-based interventions on maintaining behavior modifications for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients. Some background Modifications to behavior and lifestyle, such as increasing physical activity and eating a healthy diet, are vitally important in controlling T2DM. Behavior modifications can...
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In a nutshell This review explored the relationship between dietary supplements and colorectal cancer outcomes. Some background The prevalence of colorectal cancer has steadily increased over the past 50 years. Dietary changes and decreased physical activity have led to an obesity epidemic in the western world, a known risk factor for many...
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In a nutshell This study examined the association between physical activity and long term survival among colorectal cancer patients. Some background While many advances have been made in colorectal cancer treatments over recent years, mortality and recurrence rates remain high. Physical activity is known to increase overall heath and survival, as...
Read MoreIn a nutshell In this study, researchers assessed how often patients with coronary artery disease meet the guidelines to reduce their risk of future heart-related problems. Some background Coronary artery disease (CAD) occurs when the buildup of a fatty material (plaque) in the arteries that supply blood and oxygen to the heart, reduces blood flow...
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In a nutshell This review assessed the acute (short-term) effects of grape polyphenols on endothelial functioning at different times following the administration of the polyphenols. Some background The buildup of plaque (made up of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances found in the blood) along the inner walls of the arteries, also...
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In a nutshell This trial investigated whether sleep duration is associated with cardiovascular events. Some background Shorter or longer than normal sleep duration has recently been linked to respiratory disorders, obesity and general poor health. However, the correlation between sleep and cardiovascular events has not yet been investigated....
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In a nutshell This study evaluated how sodium and potassium intake and their ratio affect blood pressure, by comparing hypertensive (patients with high blood pressure or hypertension) with non-hypertensive individuals. Some background Sodium and potassium are essential chemical elements found in our body and are consumed in our daily diet...
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