Author: Medical Daily

Body dysmorphia, a mental health condition that causes excessive preoccupation with perceived flaws in one’s physical appearance, affects many teens, particularly girls. Referred to as body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), this condition is six times more prevalent in girls than in boys, a new study has revealed. BDD alters a person’s perception of their body and…

Imagine seeing faces look like demons? That’s the reality faced by people who suffer from Prosopometamorphopsia (PMO), a rare condition often misdiagnosed as schizophrenia. Prosopometamorphopsia is an extremely rare neurological disorder that alters visual perception, causing individuals to see distorted facial appearances, including shape, size, texture, or color. The condition has been reported in fewer…

An influenza infection is more likely to increase the risk of having neurological disorders in the next year versus COVID-19, a recent study revealed. In an American Academy of Neurology-funded study, researchers evaluated people who were hospitalized with either influenza or COVID-19 and found that those infected with flu were more likely to need hospital…

Women who faced pregnancy complications or those with poor heart health after pregnancy are at a significantly higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease later in life, a study has revealed. However, researchers also found that maintaining or improving cardiovascular health through a healthy lifestyle could cut the risk. “Previous studies have shown that women with…

Vaping is believed to be a safer alternative for the use of nicotine as well as cannabis. But are vapes really safe? A new study revealed that cannabis vaping liquids may contain toxic metal particles even before the vaping device is heated or used for the first time. Researchers of the study found metal contamination,…

Cigarette smoking has been identified as a risk factor for the onset of diabetes. The findings of a recent study indicate that even prenatal exposure to tobacco can also be an influencing factor for Type 2 diabetes. After evaluating almost half a million adults from the UK Biobank, researchers determined that being exposed to tobacco…

Dr. Jason Shumard is redefining alternative healthcare with his unique blend of chiropractic knowledge and functional medicine expertise. His nearly 20-year career is dedicated to exploring complex health conditions and advocating for holistic healing methods. Driven by a deeply personal experience, his journey is a beacon of hope for those with type 2 diabetes, thyroid…

Do you have joints that move beyond the normal range of motion? A new study has revealed that individuals with joint hypermobility, often known as being “double jointed,” are more likely to suffer from persistent fatigue linked to long COVID. Long COVID refers to the long-term effects associated with an acute infection of SARS-CoV-2. It…

Ditch the juices and swap them with whole fruits. A new study has found that boys who regularly consume sugary drinks and fruit juices during childhood and adolescence are at a heightened risk of Type 2 diabetes. In a small-scale, long-term investigation involving approximately 500 children in Massachusetts, researchers discovered a correlation between consuming 8…

Intermittent fasting, a popular dieting technique embraced by many, is being called into question after a recent study suggests that an 8-hour time-restricted eating pattern is linked to a higher risk of death from heart disease. The intermittent fasting technique involves alternating cycles of fasting and eating, with time-restricted eating being one frequently practiced approach.…