ISLAMABAD, Sep 15 (ABC): Due to the fact that the average lifespan of people in the U.S. has increased over recent decades, some experts project that by 2050, the number of older adults with dementia could reach 13.8 millionTrusted Source. Figures of this stature spark justifiable fear, and, as we have found in previous Medical Myths articles, fear tends to …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 15 (ABC): Older adults experiencing cognitive decline are at risk for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and other forms of dementia. Experts are still working to understand what factors influence cognitive function and what measures people can take to help prevent cognitive decline. A study published in Alzheimer’s & DementiaTrusted Source examined whether or not taking a daily multivitamin or …

Sep 13(ABC): The practice of briefly straying from one’s diet to consume calorie-dense meals was most popular among males and connected with binge eating, compulsive exercise, and fasting behaviors. Over half of men, women, and transgender or gender non-conforming participants engaged in at least one “cheat meal,” which is the practice of deviating from one’s established dietary practices to consume …

Sep 13(ABC): According to new research, the revolutionary new obesity drug semaglutide cuts the risk of type 2 diabetes by more than 50%. The risk of type 2 diabetes is reduced by more than half by weekly injections of the new obesity drug Wegovy (semaglutide). This is according to new research being presented at the annual meeting of the European …

Sep 13(ABC): While cancer deaths tend to get more attention, heart disease is still the leading cause of premature death in the United States, and it’s a health problem that affects both men and women. The good news is that you can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease (heart disease and stroke) by modifying your lifestyle habits. Let’s look at …

Sep 13(ABC):According to recent research published in the journal Neurology, those who consume the highest amounts of ultra-processed foods, such as soft drinks, chips, and cookies, may have a greater chance of developing dementia than those who consume the lowest amount. Researchers also discovered that substituting ultra-processed foods for unprocessed or minimally processed foods in a person’s diet was connected …

Sep 13(ABC): The FinnGen genomic study, which was led by the University of Helsinki, discovered a variant that is typical of the Finnish population that protects against heart diseases. Carriers of the variant have an approximately one-fifth lower chance of getting heart disease than the general population. The newly identified variant’s defense against coronary heart disease is probably due to …

ISLMABAD, Sep 13(ABC): Artificial sweeteners are synthetic sugar substitutes that are added to foods and drinks to make them taste sweet. They provide that sweetness without any extra calories, making them an appealing choice for people who are trying to lose weight. All sorts of everyday foods and products contain artificial sweeteners, including candy, soda, toothpaste and chewing gum. However, …

LAHORE, Sep 13(ABC): With the genetically modified crops and edibles flooding our markets and use of polluted water to irrigate vegetable farms, people have started worrying about their health looking for chemicals and pesticides free diet. As the population grows world over increasing the demand of edibles, different multi-nationals and local companies have started using the modified seeds besides other …

ISLAMABAD, Sep 12(ABC): How to have a healthy relationship with the news We all do it — reach for the phone first thing in the morning to check the news. And no wonder, with all that has happened in the world over the past few years. But might this habit be harming our health? Medical News Today assessed the evidence …