How insulin and glucagon work to regulate blood sugar levels

What is the link between diabetes and the pancreas? What are the symptoms of high and low blood sugar levels?

Study: More than half of college football athletes have inadequate levels of vitamin D – deficiency linked to muscle injuries

More than half of college football athletes participating in the NFL Combine had inadequate levels of Vitamin D, and this left them more susceptible to muscle injuries, according to a study at…

Scientists are gauging how mood influences eating habits

Many of us lie or can’t remember what we ate when asked to reveal our eating habits, and that makes it difficult for doctors and researchers to guide us toward better diets and behaviors.

Vitamin E may decrease the risk of acute kidney injury after coronary catheterization

Acute kidney injury is quite a common adverse effect that associates with coronary angiography and percutaneous coronary interventions.

Probiotics may not always be a silver bullet for better health

To combat the effects of a poor diet, probiotics may be just the thing.

"Low-content" nutritional claims on packaged goods misleading for consumers

No fat, no sugar, no salt? What does it mean? Today, supermarket shelves are filled with products that make a variety of claims related to their perceived health benefits.

Some veggies each day keeps the stress blues away

Eating three to four servings of vegetables daily is associated with a lower incidence of psychological stress, new research reveals.

Craving chocolate? Psychological technique could help you resist

Researchers suggest that a psychological method involving cognitive defusion and guided imagery could help stave off chocolate cravings.

Vitamin C can target and kill cancer stem cells, study shows

A new study investigates the effectiveness of experimental drugs, a clinical drug, and natural compounds in stopping the growth of cancer stem-like cells.

HIV and diarrhea: Causes, treatment, and remedies

What is the connection between diarrhea and HIV, when might it occur, and how long does it last? Are there any complications with HIV and diarrhea?

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