by Jodi Knapp | Sep 11, 2021
Globally, the prevalence of Parkinson’s disease is increasing faster than that of any other neurological condition, and attempts to treat it are currently focused only on slowing its progression. But researchers have just published a study in the journal Science...
by Jodi Knapp | Aug 29, 2021
NAFLD and type-2 diabetes are both lifestyle-related conditions that most often stem from obesity, an unhealthy diet, and/or a lack of physical exercise. As such, they often occur together. We know that diabetes increases the likelihood of neuropathy, with pain in the...
by Jodi Knapp | Aug 20, 2021
At first glance, arthritis and Parkinson’s disease don’t seem to have much in common. But a new study in the journal Arthritis Care & Research, reveals a surprisingly strong connection between these two diseases—and suggests a possible treatment for both....
by Jodi Knapp | Aug 14, 2021
Hypothyroidism has well-known symptoms like slow heart rate, weight gain, depression, fatigue, and intolerance to cold temperatures. But earlier this year at the annual meeting of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology, a study presented by researchers...
by Jodi Knapp | Aug 11, 2021
Despite their serious side effects, the use of these drugs is still rising steeply. A new study from both Washington University and Florida Atlantic University reveals that these drugs not only lead to obesity within 12 weeks of use, but also cause type-2 diabetes and...