Maternal and early-life exposure to high amounts of fat induce salty taste preference in offspring
We are all aware of the importance of eating healthy food, especially during pregnancy. A high-fat diet has dramatic consequences…
Cannabis users with a genetic predisposition to schizophrenia more likely to experience psychotic symptoms
A study published in the journal Schizophrenia Bulletin highlights that genetic risk factors for schizophrenia can increase the possibility of…
Can diet make a difference?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that is marked by communication and social difficulties, restricted and repetitive activities,…
An overview of mothers’ lived pregnancy experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic
In a recent study published in the Midwifery Journal, researchers aimed to understand mothers’ experiences of pregnancy during the COVID-19…
RSV infection in the first year of life associated with increased risk of childhood asthma
Severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection has long been associated with the onset of childhood wheezing diseases, but the relationship…
Exposure to 4 or more CT scans before adulthood doubles the risk for cancers
For children under age 18 years, a single computed tomography (CT) scan is not associated with an increased risk of…
Most kids recover from Lyme disease within six months of completing antibiotic treatment
A majority of parents of children diagnosed with Lyme disease reported that their kids recovered within six months of completing…
Childhood adversity may increase risk of developing type 2 diabetes in early adulthood
A new study published in Diabetologia (the journal of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes )finds that individuals…
Visual narratives emphasizing communal benefits boost COVID-19 vaccination rates
In a recent study published in the journal PNAS Nexus, researchers performed a three-wave online panel survey across 50 states…
Nonsurgical system for controlled delivery of antibiotics to treat aggressive periodontitis in adolescents
Aggressive periodontitis is a severe type of gum infection that causes the destruction of ligament and bone and can lead…
Adverse childhood experiences contribute to reduced vascular function, sleep quality
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) contribute to reduced vascular function and diminished sleep quality in young adults, according to a study…
Valid concerns or oversimplification of health and diet?
Epidemiological evidence has revealed the adverse effects of ultra-processed food (UPF), particularly in the manifestation of obesity. However, very little…