Genetics

Nuevos métodos pioneros para combatir la inflamación crónica

Pioneering new approaches to tackling chronic inflammation

A new generation of researchers have been trained to tackle chronic inflammation, a condition that impacts the lives of millions In response to an infection or physical injury, the human body often triggers an inflammation. At some point, this response needs to be shut down to avoid chronic inflammation, which can lead to persistent fatigue,…
Mediterranean diet offsets genetic risk for dementia, study finds

Mediterranean diet offsets genetic risk for dementia, study finds

Greatest benefit for those with highest predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease New research suggests that following a Mediterranean-style diet may help offset a person’s genetic risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. The study, published in Nature Medicine and led by investigators from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad Institute of…
Study on genetics and sex differences in health outcomes published by Queen Mary University of London

Why do diseases affect men and women differently?

New research looks into factors beyond genes to explain what is causing the differences between the sexes It’s no secret that men and women face unique health challenges because of their genes. But to truly understand and address these challenges, are we relying too much on genetic factors that affect diseases, symptoms and health results?…

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