First Check studied over a dozen research papers published on the subject and found no conclusive evidence to support the viral social media claims. When viral social media videos hail coconut oil as the natural remedy for various health concerns, such as Alzheimer’s disease and cardiovascular diseases, it’s important to check the veracity of these […]
A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine states that simple blood tests measuring one’s cholesterol levels and inflammation markers can predict a woman’s risk of developing heart disease over the next 30 years. The research, conducted with nearly 28,000 women in the U.S., focused on measuring two specific fats—low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and […]
Researchers at Mayo Clinic recently established new criteria for a memory-loss syndrome in older adults, showing promise in the definitive diagnosis of cognitive degenerative conditions. Cognitive deterioration manifests as a combination of symptoms that include difficulties with memory, attention span, communication, judgement, reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Based on symptoms alone, it’s challenging, even for skilled […]
As per the latest report from the 2024 Lancet Commission, vision loss, high cholesterol, less education and social isolation are some of the risk factors for developing dementia. Nearly half of dementia cases can be prevented or delayed by addressing 14 modifiable risk factors starting in childhood, as per the latest report from the 2024 […]
Researchers suggest that formal education may help sustain cognitive function in mid- and late life, and delay the development of symptoms, according to 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report. People with more years of formal education are at lower risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias than those with fewer years of formal […]
Contrary to what social media influencers may claim, castor oil cannot dissolve tumours, cure arthritis or detox the liver; at best, it may provide short-term relief from constipation. A viral video on Facebook and YouTube claims that castor oil can not only prevent life-threatening diseases, but it can also help patients fully recover from them. […]
Processed foods can lead people to consume more than the recommended amounts of sugar, salt, and fat, causing diverse health problems. Do you believe that packaged cereals, oatmeals, energy drinks, granola bars, flavour-infused yoghurts, protein bars, veggie chips, and so on are as healthy as home-cooked meals? If your answer is yes, you are in […]
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