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Ultra-processed foods dramatically increase risk of prediabetes among young people

A new study from the University of California has shown that regular consumption of ultra-processed foods significantly increases the risk of prediabetes, hyperglycemia and insulin resistance among young people. This is reported by The Independent. During...

Doctors warn: constant dry mouth may indicate serious diseases

Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is often caused by dehydration, stress, or a cold. However, if the unpleasant feeling persists, it could be a sign of dangerous...

Doctors warn: nail biting can lead to finger phalanges being amputated

A striking medical case has been published online, demonstrating the dangerous consequences of the habit of biting nails. According to "Typovy Medic", a patient who had suffered from nail biting for many years...

Exhausting schedule and alcohol: WHO named a worrying trend among workers

People who work more than 49 hours a week are significantly more likely to turn to alcohol than those who work a standard 40 hours. This is evidenced by...

Viruses have learned to disguise themselves: how pathogens bypass the defenses of the immune system

Despite their enduring association with disease, viruses are a natural product of evolution—organisms that can rapidly change, adapt, and use human cells to replicate. That's...

Doctors have named the eating habits that provoke type 2 diabetes

Diabetes mellitus is today one of the most common chronic diseases in the world. It is called a "disease of civilization" and even a non-communicable epidemic of the 21st century. In Ukraine, diabetes...

How much coffee can you drink per day without harm to your health?

Coffee remains one of the most beloved drinks in the world, as it gives vigor, improves mood and helps to concentrate. However, doctors remind: it is important to adhere to a safe daily intake...

Healthy breakfast: how to start the day right and reduce fatigue

Breakfast is not just a meal, but a key step in starting metabolism and normal functioning of the body, especially after the age of 40. Many people in...

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