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| Dear Victor Norberto, Welcome to this week's Medical News Today newsletter, containing the headlines from the past week, across your chosen news categories. |
| Blood / Hematology |
| What to know about potassium deficiency symptoms Symptoms of potassium deficiency, or hypokalemia, can include constipation, kidney problems, muscle weakness, fatigue, and heart issues. Poor diet, illnesses that cause severe vomiting or diarrhea, and certain medications can lead to low potassium levels. Learn more here. |
| Bones / Orthopedics |
| What to know about a broken nose A broken nose can result from a forceful impact to the face. Symptoms typically include pain, swelling, and bleeding. A person can often treat minor nose breaks at home, but more severe injuries may require medical treatment. Doctors can correct a misshapen nose with manual realignment or surgery. Learn more here. |
| What to know about vitamin K-2 Vitamin K has two main forms, K-1 and K-2. Vitamin K-2 is naturally present in fatty meats, dairy products, and fermented foods. Both forms of vitamin K are essential for blood clotting and bone health. However, vitamin K-2 may also protect against certain forms of cancer and heart disease. Learn more here. |
| Breast Cancer |
| Is it better to 'contain' rather than destroy cancer? New research in mice suggests that we could stop some cancers from making a comeback by maintaining metastatic cells in a 'dormant' state. |
| Depression |
| Obesity may put young people at risk of anxiety, depression New research from Sweden has found an intriguing link between anxiety, depression, and obesity among children and teenagers ages 6–17 years. |
| GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
| What causes sharp stomach pain that comes and goes? Many common problems can cause sharp stomach pain that comes and goes, including trapped gas and viruses. Learn about these and other causes in this article. |
| What is the GAPS diet? A complete overview The GAPS diet aims to ‘cure’ psychological conditions such as autism and dyslexia by changing a person’s diet. We look at the evidence, uses, and controversies around this dietary intervention. |
| Hypertension |
| What is the best time to take statins and why? Some cholesterol-lowering drugs work best when a person takes them in the evening, while others are equally effective in the morning. Learn more about different statins, including the best time of day to take them. |
| Men's Health |
| What causes watery semen, and does it affect fertility? Ejaculating multiple times per day, living with certain medical conditions, and having nutritional deficiencies can all cause watery semen. Watery semen may indicate a low sperm count, but it does not necessarily mean that a person is infertile. Learn more about the causes of watery semen here. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| Experts draft guidelines for Alzheimer's-like condition Experts have defined an under-recognized, newly named condition that mimics Alzheimer's disease and propose guidelines for diagnosing and researching it. |
| Why does insomnia worsen distress of unpleasant memories? Brain activity differences may help explain why distress from bad memories grows stronger in people with insomnia but fades in those without insomnia. |
| How religious experiences may benefit mental health New research examines the psychological effects of having deep religious or mystical experiences, whether they are induced by psychedelic drugs or not. |
| How stress eating might prime the body to store fat New research in mice finds a molecular pathway that may explain why eating comfort food during stressful times can lead to increased weight gain. |
| How might obesity affect the brain? New research uses MRI imaging to examine the connections between obesity and changes in the brain's gray and white matter volume and structure. |
| Scientists confirm blood test could track Alzheimer's disease Data from up to 11 years of blood samples confirm neurofilament light protein as a potential noninvasive marker of Alzheimer's disease progression. |
| This neurotransmitter helps aggressive tumors spread New research in mouse models of human-derived cancers has found a new key factor that supports the growth and spread of aggressive tumors. |
| What to know about Piaget's stages of cognitive development Some psychologists believe that children go through four separate stages of cognitive development, which they call Piaget’s stages. Learn more about these stages, what they mean, and how to use them, here. |
| Does your tongue have a sense of smell? New research in mice and human cell cultures has revealed that the taste cells of humans and other mammals can also contain smell receptors. |
| How the brain adapts to hear better after vision loss Researchers look at what happens in the brains of people with vision loss to understand what allows them to hear better than their fully sighted peers. |
| Nutrition / Diet |
| How to calculate the calories a person burns while sleeping Even when resting or asleep, the body is continuously burning calories to stay alive and healthy. A person can estimate how many calories they burn while sleeping by first calculating their basal metabolic rate (BMR). BMR is the number of calories that the body burns each day when at rest. Learn more here. |
| What are the best foods for vitamin C? The body does not store excess vitamin C, so a person needs to absorb enough from food each day to meet the recommended intake. This article looks at the top 20 foods rich in vitamin C and ideas for incorporating them into the diet. |
| What to know about potassium deficiency symptoms Symptoms of potassium deficiency, or hypokalemia, can include constipation, kidney problems, muscle weakness, fatigue, and heart issues. Poor diet, illnesses that cause severe vomiting or diarrhea, and certain medications can lead to low potassium levels. Learn more here. |
| What to know about vitamin K-2 Vitamin K has two main forms, K-1 and K-2. Vitamin K-2 is naturally present in fatty meats, dairy products, and fermented foods. Both forms of vitamin K are essential for blood clotting and bone health. However, vitamin K-2 may also protect against certain forms of cancer and heart disease. Learn more here. |
| How stress eating might prime the body to store fat New research in mice finds a molecular pathway that may explain why eating comfort food during stressful times can lead to increased weight gain. |
| How elderberries can help you fight the flu New research shows how the power of elderberries — the fruit of a common European and North American shrub — can help our bodies fight the flu. |
| Which meals are low in carbs? A low-carb diet can help with reaching and maintaining a healthy weight, and it may especially benefit people with diabetes. This diet tends to contain high levels of protein and fat, but it should also include a variety of fruits and vegetables. Here, we suggest healthful, low-carb meals for the whole day. |
| What are the health benefits of buckwheat? Buckwheat is a highly nutritious whole grain with a range of potential health benefits. In this article, we look at the benefits, nutritional value, and side effects of buckwheat. |
| What is the GAPS diet? A complete overview The GAPS diet aims to ‘cure’ psychological conditions such as autism and dyslexia by changing a person’s diet. We look at the evidence, uses, and controversies around this dietary intervention. |
| Is drinking cold water bad for a person? Drinking enough water is vital to health and good bodily functioning. However, some research suggests that the temperature of water when a person drinks it is also important. Here, we discuss whether cold water can be bad for health and if there are any risks or benefits of drinking cold water vs. warm water. |
| This common food additive may fuel weight gain, diabetes A new research study links the common anti-mold food additive propionate to blood sugar metabolism and insulin resistance in human volunteers and mice. |
| Study explores the neuroscience of overindulging A recent study in mice identified a new brain circuit that appears to play a part in an animal's drive to overeat high-calorie foods. |
| Pain / Anesthetics |
| What causes sharp stomach pain that comes and goes? Many common problems can cause sharp stomach pain that comes and goes, including trapped gas and viruses. Learn about these and other causes in this article. |
| Chronic fatigue syndrome: New test in sight Using cutting-edge nanotechnology, scientists have designed a test that accurately identified chronic fatigue syndrome in 40 people. |
| What to know about urethral syndrome Urethral syndrome, also known as urethral pain syndrome, can occur when the urethra becomes irritated. Symptoms can include urination difficulties and pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen. Learn more about the symptoms, risk factors, and treatment of urethral syndrome here. |
| Just how effective is hypnosis at relieving pain? Can hypnosis treat pain? A recent meta-analysis combines the findings of 85 studies and concludes that it could be an effective option for pain relief. |
| Psoriasis |
| Does body weight contribute to the risk of psoriasis? Researchers have now established that greater body weight increases a person's psoriasis risk. The underlying mechanisms, however, remain unknown. |
| Psoriasis on black skin: What to know Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes itchy, inflamed, and scaly patches. It can be more challenging to diagnose on black skin. Learn more about psoriasis on black skin in this article. |
| Dry skin around the mouth: Causes and remedies The skin around the mouth may become dry because of allergies, skin conditions, or irritants, including certain products. Learn more about the causes and treatments of dry skin around the mouth here. |
| Sexual Health / STDs |
| What to know about urethral syndrome Urethral syndrome, also known as urethral pain syndrome, can occur when the urethra becomes irritated. Symptoms can include urination difficulties and pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen. Learn more about the symptoms, risk factors, and treatment of urethral syndrome here. |
| What causes watery semen, and does it affect fertility? Ejaculating multiple times per day, living with certain medical conditions, and having nutritional deficiencies can all cause watery semen. Watery semen may indicate a low sperm count, but it does not necessarily mean that a person is infertile. Learn more about the causes of watery semen here. |
| Stroke |
| Blood test may predict cardiovascular disease New research suggests that repurposing an already existing blood test could predict the risk of developing heart disease or a stroke. |
| Patterns of antibiotic use may predict cardiovascular risk A large cohort study has found a link between prolonged antibiotic use in middle age and later in life and an increased cardiovascular risk. |
| Urology / Nephrology |
| What causes sharp stomach pain that comes and goes? Many common problems can cause sharp stomach pain that comes and goes, including trapped gas and viruses. Learn about these and other causes in this article. |
| What to know about potassium deficiency symptoms Symptoms of potassium deficiency, or hypokalemia, can include constipation, kidney problems, muscle weakness, fatigue, and heart issues. Poor diet, illnesses that cause severe vomiting or diarrhea, and certain medications can lead to low potassium levels. Learn more here. |
| What to know about urethral syndrome Urethral syndrome, also known as urethral pain syndrome, can occur when the urethra becomes irritated. Symptoms can include urination difficulties and pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen. Learn more about the symptoms, risk factors, and treatment of urethral syndrome here. |
| Women's Health / Gynecology |
| Patterns of antibiotic use may predict cardiovascular risk A large cohort study has found a link between prolonged antibiotic use in middle age and later in life and an increased cardiovascular risk. |
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