Month: September 2023

ADHD Drug Errors Among Kids Have Quadrupled

Imagine trying to make a pizza with your eyes closed, but instead of using sauce and cheese, you accidentally use ketchup and mayonnaise. Yuck! Well, it turns out that kids with ADHD are experiencing similar mix-ups when it comes to their medication. A recent study found that errors in ADHD drug prescriptions for children have […]

Published on September 18, 2023

Experts Warn Against Keto Diet for Kids With Diabetes

Just like how putting regular unleaded fuel into a Formula 1 race car won’t make it go faster, low-carb diets won’t help kids with diabetes manage their condition effectively, says the American Academy of Pediatrics. In a recent report, the AAP recommends against low-carbohydrate diets for children and teenagers with Type 1 or Type 2 […]

Published on September 18, 2023

Flies reveal link between exercise, cold tolerance, and cellular maintenance

Just like the days getting shorter in the colder months, scientists have discovered a fascinating connection between exercise endurance, cold tolerance, and cellular maintenance in fruit flies. A recent study has found that a specific protein plays a crucial role in helping flies exercise in the cold. Without this protein, their ability to endure physical […]

Published on September 18, 2023