Women's Health - Feb 1, 2024 - Cinnamon supplements found to reduce blood glucose in prediabetics

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	Cinnamon supplements found to reduce blood glucose in prediabetics A 12-week study shows that daily cinnamon supplements significantly lower blood glucose levels in obese and overweight prediabetic individuals, suggesting a role for the gut microbiome.

	Over half of long COVID patients suffer persistent cognitive slowing, new study reveals Study finds that 53% of long COVID patients experience significant cognitive slowing, a symptom that does not improve over time and is independent of the severity of the initial SARS-CoV-2 infection.

			Study finds three times the risk of respiratory distress in infants born to COVID-infected mothers New UCLA-led research finds that infants born full term to mothers who were infected with COVID-19 during pregnancy had three times the risk of having respiratory distress compared with unexposed infants, even though they themselves were not infected with the virus.

			Netherlands sees unexpected surge in Mycoplasma pneumoniae cases, younger population more affected A study in the Netherlands reports a significant rise in Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections since October 2023, with a notable decrease in the median age of patients compared to the last epidemic.

			Fasting diets show promise in enhancing mood, sleep, and eating behaviors A study in "Frontiers in Nutrition" reveals that fasting diets (FDs) may positively impact eating behaviors, mood, sleep, and well-being, potentially mediated by gut microbiome changes.

	Fermented foods linked to mental health benefits through gut-brain connection Researchers explore the mental health benefits of fermented foods on the microbiota-gut-brain axis, highlighting the need for further studies to understand their therapeutic potential.

	Brain's waste removal route found in nasal lymphatics In a groundbreaking study published in Nature, South Korean researchers led by Director KOH Gou Young of the Center for Vascular Research within the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) have uncovered a distinctive network of lymphatic vessels at the back of the nose that plays a critical role in draining cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the brain.

	NHS health checks linked to reduced risk of heart, brain, kidney, and liver diseases A study analyzing UK Biobank data found that individuals who underwent the NHS health evaluation had a lower long-term risk of various diseases and mortality compared to those who did not participate in the assessment.

	Rice scientists identify promising new immunological pathway to treat breast cancer bone metastases Rice University researchers in the lab of chemist Han Xiao have identified a promising new immunological pathway to treat stubborn bone tumors, one of most prevalent forms of metastases in breast cancer patients.

	Study identifies plasma markers linked to mental health in young adults Study in "Translational Psychiatry" explores plasma proteins related to the p-factor in young adults, revealing potential biomarkers for overall mental health status and insights into common underlying factors of mental health disorders.

	Estrogen-positive tumors drive rising breast cancer rates in young women According to a study led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, diagnoses of breast cancer have increased steadily in women under age 50 over the past two decades, with steeper increases in more recent years.

	Study: Cold water swimming a "lifesaver" for menopausal women Menopausal women who regularly swim in cold water report significant improvements to their physical and mental symptoms, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

	Salmon's secret sauce: Nutrimetabolomics uncovers heart-healthy compounds in Mediterranean staple Researchers use nutrimetabolomics to reveal that Salmon, a key component of the Mediterranean diet, contains unique compounds beneficial for cardiometabolic health.

	New study reveals optimal drug sequencing for postmenopausal osteoporosis treatment The effectiveness and safety of available sequential treatments for the long-term management of postmenopausal osteoporosis.

	Licorice intake raises blood pressure more than expected, challenges safe limit guidelines A study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reveals that daily consumption of licorice containing 100 mg of glycyrrhizic acid increases blood pressure and suppresses aldosterone and renin levels in young individuals.

	Retinal thinning linked to Parkinson's disease progression and cognitive decline Study reveals that increased thinning of parafoveal ganglion cell-inner plexiform layer (pfGCIPL) and peripapillary retinal nerve fiber layer (pRNFL) correlates with Parkinson's disease progression and cognitive decline.

	Study confirms safety of COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy for infant neurodevelopment A large cohort study in "JAMA Pediatrics" found no significant differences in neurodevelopmental rates between infants exposed to COVID-19 vaccines in-utero and those who were not, affirming the safety of maternal COVID-19 vaccination.

	Energy drinks stir up sleep issues and insomnia among college students A study in "BMJ Open" finds that frequent energy drink consumption among Norwegian students is associated with poor sleep outcomes, including shorter sleep duration and higher insomnia rates, with notable sex-based differences in consumption patterns.

	Social isolation poses greater mortality risk than loneliness in obese individuals, study finds A study in "JAMA Network Open" reveals that social isolation, more than loneliness, is strongly associated with increased mortality risk in obese individuals compared to those with normal weight.

	Maternal COVID-19 vaccination equally benefits preterm and full-term babies A study in JAMA Network Open reveals that maternal COVID-19 vaccination provides similar antibody levels in preterm and full-term infants' cord blood, with higher doses leading to increased antibodies.