Month: April 2022

The Impact of Genes and Environment on Brain Ageing in Males Aged 51 to 72 Years

Magnetic resonance imaging data are being used in statistical models to predicted brain ageing (PBA) and as biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s Disease. Despite their increasing application, the genetic and environmental etiology of global PBA indices is unknown. Likewise, the degree to which genetic influences in PBA are longitudinally stable and how PBA […]

Published on April 15, 2022

Blood Type May Predict Which Cancer Patients Are Prone to Clots

Imagine your body is an artist’s studio, and your blood type is like a signature ink color that holds important clues about your health. A new study suggests that cancer patients with certain blood types might be more prone to developing dangerous blood clots. Just as different ink colors can create unique artwork, different blood […]

Published on April 15, 2022

Avoiding Diabetes May Include Avoiding Meat

Just like a car that runs on clean fuel, our bodies also perform better when fueled by a healthy plant-based diet. A new study suggests that adopting a plant-powered lifestyle may help in preventing type 2 diabetes. Imagine your body as a finely-tuned engine that thrives on fruits, vegetables, nuts, coffee/tea, vegetable oils, and legumes—these […]

Published on April 15, 2022