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Heavy smoking triggers systemic inflammation and vascular damage in new biomarker study

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New research uncovers how heavy smoking rapidly disrupts blood and airway biology, revealing the hidden damage that accelerates disease risk in otherwise healthy adults. Study: The effects of heavy smoking on oxidative stress, inflammatory biomarkers, vascular dysfunction, and hematological indices. Image Credit: CGN089 / Shutterstock In a recent study in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers comprehensively evaluated … Read more

Virtual diabetes self-management interventions improve blood sugar levels

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Relatively inexpensive and accessible self-management interventions to help people manage Type 2 diabetes have been found to significantly reduce the blood sugar marker used to diagnose and manage the disease. The new study led by researchers from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health found that participation in three types of virtual diabetes self-management interventions in both rural and urban … Read more

Research challenges traditional oxygen practices in trauma care

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When a critically injured patient is admitted to the hospital, how much supplemental oxygen should they receive? New research published this week in JAMA Network Open led by investigators at the University of Colorado School of Medicine suggests it’s often less than the current standard.  “The idea has traditionally been that severe trauma causes stress to patients’ bodies, and we want … Read more

Can red meat help women improve iron levels? New study suggests modest benefits

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Can eating more steak and burgers fix iron deficiency? New research reveals red meat’s power to lift hemoglobin levels in women—but there’s a catch. Study: Effect of Increasing Red Meat Intake on Iron Status in Adults with Normal and Suboptimal Iron Status: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis of Intervention Studies. Image Credit: Elena Eryomenko / Shutterstock … Read more

Red Ginseng Extract Powder Enhances Glycemic Control and Insulin Sensitivity in Prediabetics: New Research Insights

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Red Ginseng Extract Powder: A Natural Ally in Glycemic Control for Prediabetic Adults A Groundbreaking Study on Red Ginseng’s Potential New research from the Korea Ginseng Corporation Research… The post Red Ginseng Extract Powder Enhances Glycemic Control and Insulin Sensitivity in Prediabetics: New Research Insights appeared first on NewsyList. Source link

Can red ginseng prevent diabetes? New research uncovers its potential

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New research reveals that red ginseng extract powder enhances glycemic control and insulin sensitivity in prediabetic adults—offering a natural alternative for managing blood sugar levels. Study: Efficacy and safety of red ginseng extract powder (KGC05pg) in achieving glycemic control in prediabetic Korean adults: A 12-week, single-center, randomized, double-blind, parallel-group, placebo-controlled study. Image Credit: zhengchengbao / Shutterstock Researchers … Read more

Hybrid diffuse optics could revolutionize blood flow monitoring in critical care

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Red blood cell transfusions (RBCTs) are life-saving treatments for critically ill patients suffering from anemia, a condition where the body lacks enough healthy red blood cells to deliver oxygen effectively. While effective in increasing oxygen levels in the blood, transfusions can disrupt blood flow and oxygen distribution, potentially causing harm to vital organs like the … Read more