Have you ever felt pressure to meat-up and hit your daily protein targets? It's everywhere – whether it's TikTok videos or people lugging around protein-infused drinks. But hold on a minute. Dr. Andrew Freeman, a cardiologist, says that in the US, it’s almost impossible to be protein deficient. You'
Who do you trust? That question's been on a lot of minds since the COVID-19 pandemic. Scientists used to be at the top of the list, but now, things have changed. According to a recent study, people's faith in scientists dropped from 87% to a low of 73% during the health crisis. Ouch! But why the dro
Imagine you're a doctor trying to understand how someone's nose works, or you're planning a delicate surgery. You'd need to see a super clear image of the nasal cavity and the tiny details inside. Head CT scans can help, but spotting the differences between all the tiny structures in the nose isn't
Parkinson's disease (PD) patients dealing with impulsive-compulsive behaviors (ICB) face a peculiar challenge: dopaminergic drugs (DD) meant to help them can sometimes disrupt their decision-making skills. Researchers explored this by having PD patients with and without ICB, plus healthy individuals
When dealing with vasodilatory shock, doctors often wonder if setting a lower mean arterial blood pressure target is better than a higher one. This question is crucial because it can impact the survival rate of critically ill adults in the first 90 days after treatment. To find an answer, researcher
Exercise has many benefits for kids. It keeps them healthy and happy. But sometimes, people worry that exercise might cause injuries. Let's explore these fears. First, let's look at relative risk. This is when you compare the risk of something happening to the risk of it not happening. For kids, th
You know how sometimes things just don't fit perfectly? Well, the same can happen with hip replacements. Doctors in a recent study looked into what makes hips go wonky after having a total hip replacement through the direct front path. They used specially designed stems for this operation. The study
Endocrine disruptors, often found in our environment, can mess with our hormones and cause health problems, especially with reproduction. Two well-known culprits are Bisphenol A (BPA) and perfluoro-octane sulphonate (PFOS). These chemicals are everywhere, but we don't fully understand how they work
For athletes, sleep isn't just about feeling rested. It's a key part of their performance and recovery. But with grueling training schedules, many athletes struggle to get enough shut-eye. That's where food comes in. Certain foods and supplements can help athletes sleep better. Carbs, for example, c
Ever heard that alcohol isn't all fun and games? Well, Ireland is taking things seriously. They've made it a rule that all booze sold in their country must carry a warning label. The label says that alcohol can lead to deadly cancers. But not everyone is excited about this new rule. In fact, 12 coun
