New research reveals the hidden risk of pregnancy.
A paper published in Diabetes Research And Clinical Practice shows that women who’ve had gestational diabetes or hypertension are at risk for major heart conditions. Even just one occurrence can double or even triple the risk of having a stroke or heart attack. Women can help lower their risk by eating less processed foods and being more physically active.
Your morning commute may be bad for your health.
Rush-hour traffic increases the local air pollution due to the constant flow of cars. Research published in the Annals Of Internal Medicine reveals that drivers breathing in unfiltered air had increased blood pressure for at least 24 hours after. The change is nearly the same as the effects of a high-sodium diet. This paper also calls into question ultra-fine particles which are currently unregulated and not well-studied.
Legalizing cannabis has had a huge impact on an unlikely demographic – the elderly.
A new study published in Cannabis And Cannabinoids Research shows that more older Americans are ingesting t-h-c than before the pandemic. Scientists are calling for more research around the effects of THC in this older population. They’re worried about how it interacts with other medications, the increased possibility of falling and memory issues, and the impact on mental health.
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