New guideline discourages use of non-sugar sweeteners for weight controlThe World Health Organization's new guideline is based on a systematic review that suggests these artificial sweeteners can have detrimental effects. NHL tough guys die 10 years younger than their fellow players, study findsResearchers at Columbia University in New York reached the conclusion after analyzing data from 6,039 NHL players from 1967 to last spring. Low-carb diets increase risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke But recommended daily carbohydrate intake plus high monounsaturated fatty acid shows strongest protective association. Evaluating patients for drug-induced liver injury Drug-induced liver injury can range from asymptomatic liver enzyme elevation, the most common presentation, to acute liver failure. Lack of sleep leads to lower antibody response from vaccination Another factor explaining individual responses to influenza and hepatitis vaccines. Healthy lifestyle habits could protect against long-lasting COVID Unfavourable BMI, poor-quality diet and smoking most strongly associated with long-term COVID risk. What to know about new research on coffee and heart risks In the U.S., more Americans drink coffee daily than tap water—but what does it mean for their hearts? What is body dysmorphic disorder? More common than eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, yet few are aware of body dysmorphic disorder's dangers to patients. Not so sweet: Are artificial sweeteners hard on your patients' hearts? While patients with metabolic diseases are often advised to substitute sugar with artificial sweeteners, one study found consuming them may actually enhance clot formation. Can exercise reduce the likelihood of suicide attempts? A new international meta-analysis says yes, but that same exercise appears to have little affect on suicidal ideation. First Previous 5 6 7 8 9 Next Last