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Gulf Coast study uncovers the surprising effects of sunshine on mental health

Higher solar radiation levels may reduce psychological distress but not depression among Gulf Coast residents, with effects varying by season, age, and sex.

4 Jun 2024

Heritage diets have important health benefits and policy implications, review finds

A recent review in Advances in Nutrition examines how traditional Latin American, Asian, and African diets impact diet quality and health markers, emphasizing their benefits over processed foods.

4 Jun 2024

Fertility warning: SARS-CoV-2 can linger in sperm for months after infection

Researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil have shown for the first time that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can remain in the sperm of patients for up to 90 days after hospital discharge and up to 110 days after the initial infection, reducing semen quality.

4 Jun 2024

Long COVID linked to higher risk of erectile dysfunction, new study finds

The risk of developing erectile dysfunction (ED) following a diagnosis of long coronavirus disease (COVID) compared to acute COVID.

4 Jun 2024

Does eating chili pepper decrease or increase obesity risk?

Researchers in Frontiers in Nutrition investigate whether eating chili pepper decreases or increases the risk of obesity in U.S. adults.

3 Jun 2024

Novel male contraceptive gel suppresses sperm production faster than similar birth control methods

A novel male contraceptive gel combining two hormones, segesterone acetate (named Nestorone) and testosterone, suppresses sperm production faster than similar experimental hormone-based methods for male birth control, according to a new study.

3 Jun 2024

High testosterone levels appear protective against the development of type 2 diabetes in men under 65

Testosterone appears protective against developing type 2 diabetes in men who are overweight or obese and under age 65, but not in men over that age, according to a study presented Saturday at ENDO 2024, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Boston, Mass.

3 Jun 2024

Stopping illicit steroids associated with depression and sexual dysfunction in men

Men who illicitly used steroids to boost muscle size and physical performance and have stopped in the past year have impaired sexual function compared with men currently using steroids, according to a study being presented Sunday at ENDO 2024, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Boston, Mass.

3 Jun 2024

Breakthrough male contraceptive gel shows rapid results in clinical trial

Male contraceptive gel combines hormones for faster sperm production suppression.

3 Jun 2024

Garlic proves potent in reducing blood sugar and cholesterol, study reveals

Study confirms garlic's significant benefits in lowering blood glucose and lipid levels, offering a natural remedy for metabolic disorders.

2 Jun 2024

Omega-3 supplements show promise in battling osteoarthritis

A recent study in Nutrients reviewed the efficacy of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in slowing the progression of osteoarthritis (OA) by reducing inflammation and supporting joint health.

2 Jun 2024

Intermittent fasting with protein pacing trumps calorie restriction in gut health and weight loss

A recent study in Nature Communications found that intermittent fasting with protein pacing (IF-P) is more effective than continuous calorie restriction (CR) in improving gut microbiota and metabolomic profiles, leading to greater weight and fat loss.

2 Jun 2024