MNT weekly newsletter - April 24, 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. Breast Cancer [Breast cancer: Reducing this amino acid could make drugs more effective]( New research in cell cultures and mice reveals a surprising link between the essential amino acid leucine and resistance to tamoxifen in breast cancer. Colorectal Cancer [Vitamin D may help fight colorectal cancer]( A recent study concludes that when a person takes vitamin D alongside standard chemotherapy, it might reduce the growth rate of colorectal cancer. Depression [How ketamine can change the brain to fight depression]( New research in mice pinpoints some of the key mechanisms that ketamine triggers in the brain to fight the symptoms and characteristics of depression. Neurology / Neuroscience [How ketamine can change the brain to fight depression]( New research in mice pinpoints some of the key mechanisms that ketamine triggers in the brain to fight the symptoms and characteristics of depression. [Can a blood pressure drug protect the brain from Parkinson's?]( At blood levels that are typical in humans, an approved high blood pressure drug was able to clear toxic proteins of Parkinson's disease from mouse brains. [Could this brain stimulation technique reverse memory decline?]( New research examines the effect of a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation on age-related memory decline. [Some brain functions may be restored after death, pig study suggests]( Scientists have restored some brain function in pigs' brains 4 hours after the mammals have died. The findings open new avenues for researching the brain. Nutrition / Diet [Plant-based diet cuts heart failure risk by over 40 percent]( New research examines how five major dietary patterns may affect the risk of developing heart failure among people without heart disease. [Replacing red meat with plant protein reduces heart disease risk]( A study of data from 36 trials suggests that eating plant-based proteins, such as nuts, instead of red meat may help reduce cardiovascular disease risk. [Vitamin D may help fight colorectal cancer]( A recent study concludes that when a person takes vitamin D alongside standard chemotherapy, it might reduce the growth rate of colorectal cancer. [What are the nutritional benefits of peanuts?]( Peanuts are a high-protein, nutrient-rich snack. Raw peanuts and peanut butter are especially good for a person's health. In this article, we look at the nutritional profile and benefits of peanuts. [Breast cancer: Reducing this amino acid could make drugs more effective]( New research in cell cultures and mice reveals a surprising link between the essential amino acid leucine and resistance to tamoxifen in breast cancer. Pain / Anesthetics [Is this chest pain from GERD or a heart attack?]( Both heartburn and heart attacks can cause pain in the center of the chest. Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). As a heart attack is a medical emergency, being able to tell the difference between heartburn and cardiac chest pain is crucial. Learn more here. Sexual Health / STDs [Is it safe to mix Flagyl and alcohol?]( Doctors advise people to avoid drinking alcohol when taking the antibiotic Flagyl. This is because serious drug interactions and side effects can occur. Learn more here. Stroke [Some brain functions may be restored after death, pig study suggests]( Scientists have restored some brain function in pigs' brains 4 hours after the mammals have died. The findings open new avenues for researching the brain. Women's Health / Gynecology [What is a chocolate cyst?]( A chocolate cyst is an ovarian cyst filled with blood. These growths form in people with endometriosis, usually when the condition is severe. Here, learn about the treatments for chocolate cysts and their potential effects on fertility. --------------------------------------------------------------- Chat with MNT on Facebook Messenger Get the latest MNT news in Facebook Messenger. Chat with us now! Just [send us a message]( from our Facebook page. Alternatively, use this [link to chat directly on Messenger](. --------------------------------------------------------------- You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed on our web site, [Medical News Today](. If you wish to alter any of your subscription details, please visit [this page to update your preferences](. To unsubscribe from these newsletters immediately, please click [here](. [Contact MNT]( | [Privacy policy]( Healthline Media UK Ltd ® 2004-2019 All rights reserved. Medical News Today is a registered trademark of Healthline Media.