Intermittent Fasts Plus Energy Restriction Best for Weight Loss
IF with 70 percent energy intake has better outcomes versus continuous diet restriction in obese women
Replacing Sitting Time With Activity Lowers Mortality Risk
No risk reduction seen when replacing prolonged sedentary bouts with shorter sedentary bouts
Complications Higher Than Expected for Invasive Lung Tests
Complication rates for invasive lung diagnostic procedures higher than those seen in clinical trials
Components of Ideal Cardio Health Cut Diabetes Risk
Lower risk for diabetes seen for those with normal fasting glucose, not impaired fasting glucose
Low-Income Women Lack Menstrual Hygiene Supplies
One in five low-income women in St. Louis cannot afford products on a monthly basis
Adoption of Advanced Health IT Capabilities Inconsistent
Degree of EHR standardization strongest predictor of health information technology adoption
High Levels of Activity, Motor Ability Linked to Better Cognition
Findings seen in older adults; independent correlations remained for those with Alzheimer disease
Study Explores Influence of Genetics, Environment in Disease
Genetic component for 40 percent of phenotypes studied; 25 percent have environmental risk factors
Recalling Positive Memories May Cut Depression Risk for Teens
In teens with early-life stress, positive memory specificity linked to lower depressive symptoms
Guideline Issued for Treatment of Mild/Moderate Ulcerative Colitis
Standard-dose mesalamine or diazo-bonded 5-ASA recommended versus low-dose mesalamine