Biochemistry
Research has identified the unconventional role of CXCL2 in regulating neutrophil polarization and immune responses in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), positioning it as a potential therapeutic target for the disease. According to a study published in Advanced Science, CXCL2, a chemokine ligand, plays a crucial role in shaping the HCC microenvironment
Child health
Children and adolescents in India, as well as worldwide, are increasingly facing high cholesterol levels due to modern lifestyle habits and dietary choices. Experts warn that this alarming trend can lead to severe health consequences, including arterial plaque formation, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity. According to Dr. Sajili Mehta, a
Cholesterol
Researchers have revealed a complex relationship between total cholesterol levels and mortality in older adults, with findings that contradict the conventional understanding that hypercholesterolemia is a known risk factor in midlife. The study, published in Nutrients, used data from the InCHIANTI study, a longitudinal, population-based study conducted in Tuscany, Italy,
Cholesterol
Step outside and soak up some sunlight for a healthy heart: Dr. Jack Wolfson, a cardiologist with 16 years of experience, reveals that natural sunlight exposure can help manage cholesterol levels and support long-term heart health. According to Dr. Wolfson, UVB rays from sunlight convert cholesterol in the skin into
Cardiovascular diseases
A recent Lancet study highlights the grave situation of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in India, where CVD is the leading cause of death and disability. The condition is particularly alarming, with Indians at risk of developing CVD earlier than people in many other countries. Elevated cholesterol levels significantly increase the risk
Cardiovascular diseases
A recent Lancet study highlights the grave situation of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in India, where CVD is the leading cause of death and disability. The condition is particularly alarming, with Indians at risk of developing CVD earlier than people in many other countries. Elevated cholesterol levels significantly increase the risk
Cholesterol
Researchers from the Alborz University of Medical Sciences in Karaj, Iran, have conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 34 studies to evaluate the association between novel atherogenic indices and the pathophysiology of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The study found that non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (non-HDL-C) and non-HDL-C/HDL-C
Cholesterol
Researchers from the Alborz University of Medical Sciences in Karaj, Iran, have conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 34 studies to evaluate the association between novel atherogenic indices and the pathophysiology of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The study found that non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (non-HDL-C) and non-HDL-C/HDL-C
Alzheimer's disease
Research conducted at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, has found that statins, a type of cholesterol-lowering medication, may influence cognition in patients with Alzheimer's disease. The study, which analyzed data from the Swedish Registry for Dementia and Cognitive Disorders (SveDem) and Stockholm Creatinine Measurements (SCREAM) from 2007
Cholesterol
A groundbreaking study led by Dr Liv Tybjaerg Nordestgaard at the University of Bristol has found that low cholesterol can significantly reduce the risk of dementia. The research, which analyzed data from over a million people in Denmark, England, and Finland, discovered that individuals with certain genetic variants that naturally
Cholesterol
Dr. Alok Chopra, a renowned cardiologist, believes that the reputation of cholesterol being the prime villain behind heart disease is undeserved. In a conversation with Manika Raikwar, he explains that big pharmaceutical companies, food, and lifestyle choices have a significant impact on cholesterol levels and heart health. Dr. Chopra attributes
Cholesterol
According to cardiologist Dr. Alok Chopra, the conventional view of cholesterol as the primary culprit behind heart disease is outdated. He argues that cholesterol is essential for various bodily functions, including hormone production and brain health. The expert warns that people on statins, a commonly prescribed medication to lower cholesterol,
