MNT weekly newsletter - January 23, 2019

Welcome {NAME}, here's this week's Medical News Today newsletter, containing the headlines from the past week, across your chosen news categories. [MNT home]( Dear {NAME}, Welcome to this week's Medical News Today newsletter, containing the headlines from the past week, across your chosen news categories. --------------------------------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT [Suffering From COPD?]( COPD Symptoms May Be A Sign Of Alpha-1. Get A Test Kit & Bring To Your Doctor. [Help For Adult Depression]( Discover A Treatment Option For Major Depressive Disorder Today. [Lung Cancer Information]( Learn More About a Treatment Option for Lung Cancer. --------------------------------------------------------------- Blood / Hematology [What to know about hypokalemia]( Hypokalemia is when a person has too little potassium in their blood. Symptoms include low blood pressure, muscle twitching, and paralysis. Learn more about hypokalemia here. Bones / Orthopedics [What to know about front shoulder pain]( Pain in the front of the shoulder can have many potential causes, including muscle injury and torn ligaments. Learn more about the possible causes of front shoulder pain here. Breast Cancer [Oolong tea extract may stave off breast cancer]( New research tests the benefits of oolong tea extract in multiple breast cancer cell lines and finds that it stops cancer cells from growing. Depression [The truth about 'Blue Monday']( Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year — is there any science behind it, or is it just a myth that has gained too much momentum over time? [Insomnia breakthrough: Scientists identify 5 types]( Netherlands study identifies five insomnia subtypes that differ by personality traits, risk for depression, brain activity, and response to treatment. GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology [Stool transplants from 'super donors' could be a cure-all]( New research suggests that fecal transplants from 'super donors' could cure a host of conditions, ranging from irritable bowel syndrome to Alzheimer's. [Crohn's disease and joint pain]( Crohn’s disease causes joint pain in some people, as well as its typical gastrointestinal symptoms. Treatment for joint pain in people with Crohn’s depends on the type and severity of the pain. Learn more here. [Risks of leaving ulcerative colitis untreated]( Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that can vary in severity. If people leave it untreated, symptoms can gradually get worse and may become more difficult to treat in the future. Treatment also reduces the risk of serious complications. Learn more here. Hypertension [What role does the immune system play in hypertension?]( Researchers have found that a type of immune cell can help regulate blood pressure. They explain the mechanism and identify drugs that may affect it. Lymphoma [Everything you need to know about R-CHOP]( R-CHOP chemotherapy uses a combination of five different drugs to treat specific types of cancer, including non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Learn more about how this treatment works and the potential side effects here. Neurology / Neuroscience [Alzheimer's blood test detects brain damage years before symptoms]( Testing blood levels of a protein that brain cells leak when faulty or dying detected people with Alzheimer's disease years before their symptoms emerged. [Alzheimer's: What leads to brain cell damage?]( The toxic beta-amyloid protein inactivates a protein that is key to the functioning of the parts of brain cells that receive signals from other cells. [Leaky blood vessels may trigger Alzheimer's]( According to a recent study, leaky capillaries could be more important to the development of Alzheimer's disease than protein buildup in the brain. [Central obesity linked to brain shrinkage]( A recent study has linked central obesity to shrinkage in certain parts of the brain. The question now is whether obesity causes brain shrinkage. [Through my eyes: Aphasia]( Having experienced a serious brain injury at just 26 years old, I developed aphasia. This is the story of my recovery, and how I relearned everything. [Key brain area plays a crucial role in addiction]( New research finds that the brain's cerebellum is involved in reward processing and social behavior. The findings shed new light on addictive behavior. [Stem cell transplant slows down MS progression]( Clinical trial compares stem cell transplantation with existing disease-modifying therapies and finds that the former is more effective at slowing down MS. [ALS: A new therapy may be in sight]( New research, led by Harvard scientists, identifies a novel potential therapeutic target for treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Nutrition / Diet [What to know about hypokalemia]( Hypokalemia is when a person has too little potassium in their blood. Symptoms include low blood pressure, muscle twitching, and paralysis. Learn more about hypokalemia here. [What are the health benefits of jicama?]( Jicama is a potato-like root vegetable with a slightly sweet taste. It is low in calories, sugar, and fat but high in fiber and is a good source of vitamin C. Jicama may be a good choice for people with diabetes or those on a low-sugar diet. Learn more here. [How much omega-3 should you get each day?]( The amount of omega-3 a person needs each day depends on their age and sex. People with certain health conditions, including heart disease, depression, and cancer, may benefit from taking extra omega-3. Learn more about how much omega-3 to take each day here. [Common food additive may impact gut bacteria, increase anxiety]( Emulsifiers are in many food products. A new study asks whether these chemicals might be having an impact on our physiology and psychology. [Differences between ketosis and ketoacidosis]( Ketosis and ketoacidosis both involve increased levels of ketones in the body. However, they are not the same thing. Nutritional ketosis is the aim of the ketogenic diet, and it is generally safe, whereas ketoacidosis is a complication of type 1 diabetes that can be life-threatening. Learn more here. [What are macadamia nuts good for?]( Macadamia nuts are a nutritious food with many potential benefits, including lowering the risk of heart disease and possibly helping prevent cancer. Learn more about the benefits of macadamia nuts, as well as some drawbacks to be aware of, here. [What to know about essential amino acids]( Amino acids help the body maintain optimal health. They are part of many foods, including meat, fish, beans, and nuts. Learn more about essential amino acids here. [Drinking soda after exercise could damage kidneys]( A recent study concludes that drinking soda following physical exertion might cause further dehydration and could even cause kidney damage. [Our guide to the Mediterranean diet]( The Mediterranean diet focuses on whole foods and includes plenty of fruits and vegetables. Learn about the benefits and see a sample meal plan here. [Intermittent fasting boosts health by strengthening daily rhythms]( A new study explores the impact of fasting on our daily rhythms. The authors conclude that fasting may protect health by boosting cyclic gene expression. [The 6 most healthful beans]( Beans are an excellent source of protein and fiber. Many beans also contain iron and other nutrients. In this article, learn about the benefits of six of the most healthful beans. [Could bone broth boost heart health?]( Bone broth is currently enjoying a boost in popularity. A recent study tests whether it contains peptides that support a healthy cardiovascular system. Pain / Anesthetics [What to know about front shoulder pain]( Pain in the front of the shoulder can have many potential causes, including muscle injury and torn ligaments. Learn more about the possible causes of front shoulder pain here. [What causes bladder pain?]( Bladder pain may occur due to interstitial cystitis, a bladder infection, bladder cancer, or kidney stones. In this article, we look at the causes and treatment of bladder pain. Psoriasis [Which skin conditions can mimic psoriasis?]( Several skin conditions can have similar symptoms to psoriasis, and this can lead to a misdiagnosis. Learn about other conditions that look like psoriasis, and tips for getting the right diagnosis, here. [How are psoriasis and HIV related?]( Doctors estimate that 1 to 3 percent of people with HIV also have psoriasis. In this article, we explore the link between the two, and how the treatments for HIV and psoriasis might interact. [Does biotin help with psoriasis?]( Some people use supplements of biotin, or vitamin B-7, to manage the symptoms of psoriasis. In this article, we look at the effectiveness, risks, and alternatives to biotin for psoriasis. Surgery [What is a stent? Everything you need to know]( A stent is a small tube that doctors can place in a blocked artery to help restore healthy blood flow. In this article, learn more about the procedure, possible risks, and what to expect. Urology / Nephrology [What causes bladder pain?]( Bladder pain may occur due to interstitial cystitis, a bladder infection, bladder cancer, or kidney stones. In this article, we look at the causes and treatment of bladder pain. [Drinking soda after exercise could damage kidneys]( A recent study concludes that drinking soda following physical exertion might cause further dehydration and could even cause kidney damage. Women's Health / Gynecology [Oolong tea extract may stave off breast cancer]( New research tests the benefits of oolong tea extract in multiple breast cancer cell lines and finds that it stops cancer cells from growing. [What causes bladder pain?]( Bladder pain may occur due to interstitial cystitis, a bladder infection, bladder cancer, or kidney stones. In this article, we look at the causes and treatment of bladder pain. [Ovarian cancer risk after a hysterectomy]( During a hysterectomy, a surgeon removes a person’s uterus. Because the surgeon usually leaves part or all of the ovaries intact, it may still be possible to develop ovarian cancer. However, research suggests that any type of hysterectomy helps reduce a person’s risk of ovarian cancer. 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