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Higher-Intensity Exercise Improves Mobility in Peripheral Arterial Disease
While it can be painful, faster walking is more beneficial for people with this condition than slower walking, according to a new study… Read More “Higher-Intensity Exercise Improves Mobility in Peripheral Arterial Disease”
Kidney Specialists Reluctant to Recommend Plant-Based Diets Despite Benefits
Healthcare providers who treat kidney disease often don’t recommend plant-based diets to patients due to concerns about patient acceptance, according to a new survey… Read More “Kidney Specialists Reluctant to Recommend Plant-Based Diets Despite Benefits”
Fasting Glucose and Waist Size Predict Risk of Diabetes Complications
These two factors were linked to the risk of outcomes including death, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and eye problems in a new study… Read More “Fasting Glucose and Waist Size Predict Risk of Diabetes Complications”
Better Hospital Treatments Linked to Drop in COVID-19 Deaths
As the pandemic raged through 2020, improvements in care for hospitalized patients led to a lower death rate, a new study indicates… Read More “Better Hospital Treatments Linked to Drop in COVID-19 Deaths”
Family Meals Linked to Social and Health Benefits in Adolescents
A new study finds that shared meals are essential to getting the full health benefits of a Mediterranean diet, including potentially a lower obesity risk… Read More “Family Meals Linked to Social and Health Benefits in Adolescents”
Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Foot Ulcer Treatment
Non-healing foot ulcers can lead to amputation in people with diabetes, but a new treatment may help prevent this outcome… Read More “Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Foot Ulcer Treatment”
Early Breakfast May Reduce Diabetes Risk
A new report indicates that people who eat breakfast before 8:30 in the morning have a lower risk of diabetes… Read More “Early Breakfast May Reduce Diabetes Risk”
Cardiovascular Disease Remains Leading Cause of Death in Type 2
A new study shows that cardiovascular conditions account for about two-thirds of deaths in people with type 2 diabetes… Read More “Cardiovascular Disease Remains Leading Cause of Death in Type 2”
Food Choices Linked to Bacterial Role in Gut Inflammation
Specific foods and nutrients are tied to levels of bacteria in your gut that reduce inflammation and protect the gut lining, according to a new study… Read More “Food Choices Linked to Bacterial Role in Gut Inflammation”
