Statins Can Help Women With Breast Cancer, Study Finds
A new study has found that statins, a class of drugs commonly used to lower cholesterol, may also be beneficial for women with breast cancer. The study, published in the journal JAMA Oncology, found that women with breast cancer who took statins were less likely to die from the disease. The researchers believe that statins may help to improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
5 Features on iPhone, Apple Watch Useful for People with Diabetes
A new article from Healthline highlights five features on the iPhone and Apple Watch that can be useful for people with diabetes. The features include:
The ability to track blood sugar levels using the Health app.
The ability to receive notifications when blood sugar levels are high or low.
The ability to share blood sugar data with healthcare providers.
The ability to use the Apple Watch to monitor heart rate and other health metrics.
8 Heart-Healthy Habits May Slow Biological Aging by 6 Years, Study Shows
A new study has found that eight heart-healthy habits may slow biological aging by up to six years. The study, published in the journal Circulation, found that people who followed all eight of the habits had a biological age that was six years younger than people who followed none of the habits. The eight habits are:
Eating a healthy diet
Maintaining a healthy weight
Getting regular exercise
Not smoking
Limiting alcohol consumption
Getting enough sleep
Managing stress
Maintaining a healthy blood pressure
Swapping meat for plant-based foods may lower diabetes and heart disease risk
A new study has found that swapping meat for plant-based foods may lower the risk of diabetes and heart disease. The study, published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, found that people who ate the most plant-based foods had a 20% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes and a 23% lower risk of developing coronary heart disease.
Vitamin B12 could boost tissue repair, help treat ulcerative colitis
A new study has found that vitamin B12 could boost tissue repair and help treat ulcerative colitis. The study, published in the journal Gut, found that vitamin B12 helped to promote the growth of new cells in the intestines of mice with ulcerative colitis.
Stem cell transplants can be a safe treatment for knee osteoarthritis
A new study has found that stem cell transplants can be a safe and effective treatment for knee osteoarthritis. The study, published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatology, found that people who received stem cell transplants experienced significant improvements in pain and function.
Walking more quickly can significantly lower type 2 diabetes risk
A new study has found that walking more quickly can significantly lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The study, published in the journal Diabetologia, found that people who walked briskly for at least 30 minutes most days of the week were 43% less likely to develop type 2 diabetes than people who walked more slowly.
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