Kaplan-Meier survival curves indicated higher survival rates in the high-niacin group.A higher dietary intake of niacin was associated with lower all-cause and CVD mortality among individuals with COPD.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to the first blood test to aid in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease (AD). 

The Lumipulse G pTau217/Beta-Amyloid 1-42 Plasma Ratio, from Fujirebio Diagnostics, Inc., is for the early detection of amyloid plaques associated with AD in adults aged 55 years and older who show signs and symptoms of the disease.

The social media trend of mouth taping for individuals with mouth breathing, sleep disordered breathing, or sleep apnea has been reviewed. Based on the data presented by these 10 different studies, it seems that there is a potentially serious risk of harm for individuals indiscriminately practicing this trend. Further studies are required to elucidate any clinical benefit this practice may have.

Both morning systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure increased with the rise of homocysteine levels.

The White House May 22 released its Make America Healthy Again report that focuses on childhood chronic disease. The report highlights findings from the MAHA Commission related to poor diet, exposure to environmental chemicals, lack of physical activity, stress and overmedicalization. The report lists a series of recommendations and next steps for research, including studies on nutrition, lifestyle interventions and precision toxicology. In parallel, the commission will develop a strategy to be released in August.

The study results suggest that replacing animal foods with plant foods is an effective strategy for weight loss in adults with type 1 diabetes. The inclusion of “unhealthy” plant-based foods did not impair weight loss, and these benefits were independent of energy intake.

Given that approximately 18% of U.S. breweries are located within zip codes with detectable PFAS in municipal drinking water, our findings, which link PFAS in beer to the brewery water source, are intended to help inform data-driven policies on PFAS in beverages for governmental agencies, provide insights for brewers and water utilities on treatment needs, and support informed decision-making for consumers.

• A new scientific analysis found hormone therapy may be helpful for cardiovascular health in menopause.
• The study adds to other evidence that suggests hormone therapy can help heart health.
• Doctors recommend talking to your healthcare provider.