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Could kiwis help manage chronic constipation? Dietary guidelines say yes
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Kiwifruits, rye bread and high mineral-content water could all help alleviate chronic constipation. That’s according to the first ever evidence-based dietary guidelines for adults with chronic constipation, led by researchers at King’s College London. The new guidelines also show that taking psyllium fiber supplements, certain probiotic strains and magnesium oxide supplements can help to improve constipation.…
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I lost 5 stone on Mounjaro – an £8 gadget stopped me feeling nauseous and supercharged my results
Weight loss jabs have been life-changing for millions of people across the globe—but some have had to quit the appetite suppressing meds due to uncomfortable side effects. Portia Devine, 35, a project manager from Ely, Cambridgeshire, almost found herself in the latter category as she struggled with nausea while taking Mounjaro. Ms Devine reached her heaviest weight of 14st 7lbs (203…
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Study offers new models for studying causes of chemo brain
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Cancer is a challenging enough diagnosis, but many patients are dealt a second blow, even as they heal: “chemo brain.” Also called “brain fog,” this mix of cognitive issues – memory problems, struggling to find words,…
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UK weight loss jab sales increase sevenfold to 2.5 million, new figures show
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Dermatological symptoms could signal higher risk in psychiatric patients
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Scientists have discovered that mental health patients who have skin conditions may be more at risk of worse outcomes, including suicidality and depression. This work, which may aid in identifying at-risk patients and personalising psychiatric treatment,…
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Brain test predicts ability to achieve orgasm—but only in patients taking antidepressants
Photo of researcher Kristian Jensen wearing the high-density headset for LDAEP. The headset comprises 256 electrodes, plus earphones; these can give sound tones ranging from around 60dB (which is as loud as a conversation) to 100dB (as loud as a loud hairdryer). Credit: Signe Ghodt Researchers have discovered that the ability to have an erection or to orgasm is related…
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Centre likely to approve All India Institute of Ayurveda for T soon: Bandi | Hyderabad News
Hyderabad: The Central govt is supportive of establishing an All India Institute of Ayurveda, similar to AIIMS, in Telangana, with approval expected soon, Union minister of state for home affairs Bandi Sanjay said on Sunday.Addressing allegations that the Centre is neglecting the establishment of Ayurveda institutes in southern states, Sanjay said such claims are unfounded. “Spreading false information that the…
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Lily Tang Williams urges end to shutdown, calls ACA aid unstainable
Lily Tang Williams calls for end of shutdown & health care subsidies | CloseUp Good morning. I’m Adam Sexton. We’re going to spend some time in the 2nd congressional district this morning. We’ve often said it doesn’t quite get the same attention as its more easterly counterpart, but there are some exciting matchups shaping up on the Republican side. The…
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Tighter drug inventory controls proposed
By Lin Chih-yi and Huang Cheng-chia / Staff reporters The government proposed amendments that would set up an inventory control mechanism to prevent panic buying and drug hoarding following the planned withdrawal of some drugs from the Taiwanese market, Minister of Health and Welfare Shih Chung-liang (石崇良) said yesterday. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data showed that as of the…
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Can drones become the frontline of medical delivery in flood-hit regions?
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: By combining geospatial modeling with real test flights, researchers show how drones could bypass flooded roads and isolated coastlines to deliver lifesaving medications where traditional healthcare falls short. Study: Drone-based medication delivery for rural, flood-prone coastal…
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