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Bariatric surgery may be better for preserving kidney function in people with diabetes and obesity than GLP-1 drugs. Image credit: Ruben Earth/Getty Images.In a new study,…

At high doses, prescription amphetamines, used to treat ADHD could increase a person’s risk of psychosis. Image credit: visualspace/Getty Images.Amphetamines are a drug used to commonly…

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, so it’s essential to control it. Controlling high blood pressure…

Some drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes could also help lower a person’s risk of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s. Image credit: martin-dm/Getty Images.The rate…

New research finds a link between cadmium exposure and memory problems. AerialPerspective Images/Getty ImagesCadmium, a toxic heavy metal found in polluted air, cigarette smoke, and food,…

New research shows exactly what happens to the brain during pregnancy. The question is: What does this mean for the pregnant person? Image credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy.The…

New research confirms the brain-protective benefits of the MIND diet. Image credit: Nadine Greeff/Stocksy.Closely following a MIND diet was associated with a reduced risk of cognitive…

Replacing ultra-processed foods with healthier alternatives could help lower the risk of type 2 diabetes. Image credit: Juan Moyano/Stocksy.About 60% of daily caloric intake for Americans…

New research shows that metformin may help slow down aging in certain organs, at least in monkeys. Scott Olson/Getty ImagesIn a new study conducted in cynomolgus…

Scientists have found microplastics in many parts of the human body, including the brain. MEM Studio/StocksyMicroplastics are common in people’s everyday environments, and research is ongoing…