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A quarter less chance of bladder cancer returning with a healthy lifestyle

A recent study by Radboud university medical center has shown that patients with bladder cancer who follow a healthy lifestyle have a significantly lower chance of the disease returning. The study, which followed almost 900 patients over several years using questionnaires, focused specifically on the effects of a healthy lifestyle after the diagnos...

Acupuncture compared to dry needling

Acupuncture versus dry needling: two techniques that are often confused with each other. Although both techniques use the same kind of needles that are placed in the skin, there are actually very few similarities between the two. [1] But what exactly does an acupuncturist do and how does dry needling work? Acupuncture is a holistic treatment method...

ADHD: Alternatives to Ritalin

When parents see their child struggling, they want nothing more than to help. The child may have trouble keeping up in class, is easily distracted, or seems to be lagging behind compared to others. In some cases, the GP can diagnose ADHD: a disorder characterized by hyperactivity and being easily distracted. Often a prescription for Ritalin is then...

AI screening better for breast cancer?

A large-scale Swedish study shows that artificial intelligence (AI) is better at screening for breast cancer than radiologists. The technology can also alleviate the high workload of radiologists. The study shows that AI can supplement or even partially replace the work of radiologists. More than 80,000 women participated in the study. The software...

Almonds good for intestinal health

Eating a daily portion of almonds can contribute to a healthy intestinal flora and a stronger intestinal wall. This is because almonds stimulate the production of butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid that promotes the growth of healthy gut bacteria and strengthens the intestinal lining. In addition, butyrate can promote the absorption of nutrients by...

Alzheimer's by proteins

The theory that plaques in the brain cause Alzheimer's disease has taken a new turn with the discovery that it has more to do with a lack of protein. Although the plaques, accumulations of protein fragments, are seen in the brains of Alzheimer's patients, they appear to be just the end result of a process by which levels of soluble amyloid beta pro...

Alzheimer's Disease and Spirulina

According to an article in the journal Phytotherapy Research, the use of spirulina supplements may decrease cognitive function, glucose homeostasis, and presence of low-grade inflammation in people with Alzheimer's disease. This is the conclusion of a randomized clinical trial of 60 patients. Over a twelve-week period, half of the participants rece...

Avocados protect against cardiovascular disease

Avocados are a healthy fruit that contains many nutrients, including unsaturated fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Research has shown that avocados may help protect against cardiovascular disease. Unsaturated fats Avocados are rich in unsaturated fats, which are good for the heart. Unsaturated fats help to lower "bad" LDL cholesterol an...