Scientists from the University of Vermont have made a promising discovery that could lead to new ways of treating reduced blood flow in the brain and some types of dementia. Their research, publish... Read more Scientists from the University of Vermont have made a promising discovery that could lead to new ways of treating reduced blood flow in the brain and some types of dementia. Their research, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, shows that replacing a missing fat molecule in the blood might help […] The post Study finds how to restore blood flow in dementia appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

A new study from Uppsala University shows that a healthy Nordic diet can improve both type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. This diet is rich in fiber from whole grains, fruits, an... Read more A new study from Uppsala University shows that a healthy Nordic diet can improve both type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. This diet is rich in fiber from whole grains, fruits, and vegetables and contains only small amounts of saturated fat. The results surprised the researchers and may shape future dietary guidelines for […] The post A healthy Nordic diet may help treat diabetes and fatty liver appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

The same chemical reaction that gives toasted bread its golden-brown crust also happens inside our bodies—but with much less pleasant effects. This process is called glycation. It happens when suga... Read more The same chemical reaction that gives toasted bread its golden-brown crust also happens inside our bodies—but with much less pleasant effects. This process is called glycation. It happens when sugar reacts with proteins, forming sticky, harmful molecules known as advanced glycation end-products, or AGEs. These substances build up over time and are believed to play […] The post Glycation-lowering compounds curb hunger, lower insulin resistance and extend lifespan appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

People with Type 2 diabetes often have high blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and death from heart disease. A major new study from China shows th... Read more People with Type 2 diabetes often have high blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and death from heart disease. A major new study from China shows that lowering systolic blood pressure—the top number in a blood pressure reading—to below 120 mm Hg can greatly reduce those risks in […] The post Lowering blood pressure below 120 saves lives in people with type 2 diabetes appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

A new study from the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University in China has found that more than one in four people with type 2 diabetes also have osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a diseas... Read more A new study from the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University in China has found that more than one in four people with type 2 diabetes also have osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones, making them more likely to break. This discovery shows that people with diabetes need better care to protect […] The post More than 1 in 4 people with type 2 diabetes also have this bone disease appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

A recent study has found that age, sex, heart health, and daily functioning can all help predict how quickly people with Alzheimer’s disease will experience memory and thinking decline over a two-y... Read more A recent study has found that age, sex, heart health, and daily functioning can all help predict how quickly people with Alzheimer’s disease will experience memory and thinking decline over a two-year period. The study also found that this decline places a growing burden on caregivers—highlighting the need to include caregiver support in Alzheimer’s treatment […] The post These things can speed up memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

As we get older, our bodies go through many changes, and so do our nutritional needs. After the age of 50, staying healthy means paying close attention to the vitamins we take in. Vitamins are impo... Read more As we get older, our bodies go through many changes, and so do our nutritional needs. After the age of 50, staying healthy means paying close attention to the vitamins we take in. Vitamins are important nutrients that help our bodies work properly, and getting the right ones can help us age better and feel […] The post The best vitamins to help you stay strong and healthy after 50 appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

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Behavioral economist Katy Milkman explains why most New Year’s resolutions fail and shares how science-backed strategies can build habits that last.