In IPF, normal tissue in the lungs gets replaced by fibrotic tissues, making it difficult for oxygen to pass from the lungs to the blood.
Category: Health & Fitness
Coffee consumption linked to increased lifespan, new research reveals
Researchers from Portugal suggested that as the global population ages, regular, moderate consumption of coffee could play an important role in supporting a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
Reducing air pollution could help prevent pregnancy complications, study suggests
The findings, published in the journal Science Advances, provided a new understanding of the biological routes through which air pollution affects pregnancy and birth outcomes, researchers said.
Oral microbiome during pregnancy could be key to understanding maternal mental health: Study
The research from Michigan State University in the US also found that the oral microbiomes of women with post-traumatic stress disorder instead revealed a high beta diversity, meaning that the species notably differed from those in women showing low symptoms.
Adding almonds to daily diet could quicken post-exercise recovery, says new study
The research team, which included scientists from San Diego State University in the US, studied 26 middle-aged adults who exercised one to four hours per week. For eight weeks, participants consumed either 60 grams of whole raw almonds or about 90 grams of unsalted pretzels daily.
Total number of adults living with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes in the world has surpassed 800 million: Study
Study shows total number of adults living with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes in the world has surpassed 800 million
Exposure to air pollutants in pregnancy, early childhood could raise autism risk: Study
Researchers reviewed previously published studies and found that common air pollutants, including fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and nitrogen oxides, can trigger complex biological processes that could affect brain development.
New UN Food and Agriculture Organization report shows unhealthy eating drives $8 trillion in annual hidden costs
Unhealthy eating drives $8 trillion in annual hidden costs, shows new study
Premature born individuals less likely to graduate college, earn higher incomes: Research
Premature or preterm birth affects about 10 percent of all births globally, and could account for one in every five child deaths.
Low-sugar diet in early childhood has a connection with reducing diabetes and BP risk: Study
A new study showed low sugar consumption in early childhood days and later stage diabetes and BP risk share astrong connection
