Search Result For: moderate drinking
Date: 2025/02/01 - 21:32
Frequent Cannabis Use May Damage Working Memory, Decision-Making Skills
New research shows that heavy lifetime use of cannabis — more than 1,000 times — is associated with reduced activity in areas of the brain involved in working memory. The study adds to existing research suggesting that frequent cannabis use may affect certain thinking skills.
Date: 2025/01/29 - 23:00
Buying Eggs During the Bird Flu Outbreak? Here's What You Should Know
The ongoing bird flu outbreak is driving up egg prices, which had led to a nationwide shortage. When buying eggs, choose only refrigerated eggs and refrigerate them immediately once they are brought home.
Date: 2025/01/28 - 15:31
Calorie restriction plus common diabetes drug leads to higher remission rates
A combination of an SGLT-2 inhibitor drug and a moderately calorie-restrictive diet leads to higher rates of type 2 diabetes remission compared to just calorie restriction alone, new research has found.
Date: 2025/01/27 - 20:31
Can 150 minutes of physical activity a week help extend lifespan in older adults?
A new article reports that getting 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week can reduce all-cause mortality by 31% compared to a week with no appreciable physical activity.
Date: 2025/01/22 - 23:00
Carbonated Water May Promote Weight Loss, but Effects Are Minimal
New research suggests that drinking sparkling water might help with weight loss. However, the effects of sparkling water on weight loss are quite small, meaning most people will still need to eat well and exercise often to maintain a healthy weight.
Date: 2025/01/20 - 18:00
'Forever Chemicals' in Tap Water Linked to Cancer. How to Lower Your Risk
PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals" are found in manufacturing and consumer products and contaminate nearly half of U.S. water supplies. A novel study has linked PFAS-contaminated water with increased incidence of cancer.
Date: 2025/01/18 - 21:32
How Much Alcohol Is Safe to Drink Without Putting Your Health at Risk?
A new federal report shows that one drink per day is associated with negative health effects like liver cirrhosis and cancer, while a recent report from the surgeon general highlighted cancer risks associated with moderate alcohol consumption.