Recent findings have shown a surprising tie between blood sugar and the health of the aorta, the main blood vessel from the heart. Researchers looked at five blood sugar factors: type 2 diabetes, fasting glucose, fasting insulin, glycated hemoglobin, and post-meal glucose. Higher levels of these factors were linked to changes in the aorta's structure and a lower risk...
Sports injuries are a big deal for athletes. They can happen to anyone, but some people might be more likely to get hurt than others. This is where genes and other factors come into play. Certain genes, like ACE, ACTN3, AMPD1, VDR, and APOE, can make someone more likely to get injured. But it's not just about genes. Tiny molecules called microRNAs, like miR-21, miR-1...
Bad things happening to kids can mess with their bodies for life. It's not just about feeling sad or angry. It can actually make cells age faster. Scientists looked at how different kinds of bad childhood experiences and parenting styles affect something called telomere length. Telomeres are like tiny caps on our chromosomes that protect our DNA. When they get shorte...
High triglyceride levels, or hypertriglyceridaemia, are not just about what you eat. It's a mix of genes and lifestyle. The liver plays a big role here. When the liver has too much fat, it makes more of a certain type of cholesterol. This cholesterol is rich in triglycerides. Now, scientists think that this liver fat interacts with a person's genetic makeup. Together...
Heart troubles can pop up in athletes who push themselves too hard. A recent study dug into why former top-level rowers might face a higher chance of a heart rhythm issue called atrial fibrillation (AF). The big question: is it the intense training or something in their genes? Rowing is no joke. It takes serious effort and stamina. But all that hard work might come ...
Genes and hormones are big players in how kids respond to exercise and perform in sports. The idea is to look at how these factors work together to shape a child's athletic abilities. This is important for coaches and parents to understand. It helps them create better training plans and spot potential stars early on. Over the past decade, many studies have dug i...
The gut can be a battleground for inflammation, especially in cases of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This condition is a long-term struggle, influenced by genes, environment, and the immune system. The exact processes behind IBD are still a mystery. However, recent findings have shed light on a key player: CNPY2. CNPY2 seems to have a big impact on colit...
Stress disorders after rape are quite common. The body's stress response system, known as the HPA axis, plays a big role in how people cope with trauma. A specific gene, FKBP5, helps regulate this system. A recent study looked into how childhood trauma and this gene might affect PTSD symptoms over time. The study focused on women who had experienced rape in KwaZulu ...
People often wonder if their daily habits truly impact their health. One big question is how physical activity and sitting around affect the chances of having a stroke. A recent study dug into this using a method called Mendelian randomization. This approach helps figure out if there is a direct cause-and-effect relationship. The study looked at different types of s...
Ever wondered what makes some people live incredibly long lives? These folks, known as supercentenarians, are people who have lived past 110 years. They often have amazing mental and physical health, which is why scientists are so interested in them. By studying these super agers, we can learn a lot about aging and maybe even find ways to help everyone live health...