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Menthol Cigarette Restrictions Could Drive Smokers to Healthier Alternatives, Study Shows
Researchers have discovered promising evidence that restrictions on menthol cigarettes could encourage smokers to switch to healthier alternatives, such as nicotine gum and lozenges. The study, recently published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence, is poised to have significant public health implications. A team led by Roberta Freitas-Lemos, an assistant professor at Virginia Tech’s…
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Dramatic Decline in Youth Marijuana Use From 2011 to 2021, Study Finds
Marijuana use among U.S. adolescents has seen a significant decline over the past decade, as revealed by a comprehensive study from Florida Atlantic University’s Schmidt College of Medicine. The study, which analyzed data from the Youth Risk Behavior Survey between 2011 and 2021, surveyed 88,183 high school students, offering a detailed look into trends by…
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New Study Reveals Impact of Daylight Saving Time Changes on Sleep Duration
In an eye-opening new study, researchers led by the University of Bristol have determined that the transition into and out of Daylight Saving Time has a noteworthy, albeit short-lived, impact on people’s sleep. The study, published in the Journal of Sleep Research, utilized sleep data from activity monitors worn by 11,800 individuals across the 2013-2015…
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Study Shows Sweetened Beverage Taxes Cut Consumption by Nearly 50% in Lower-Income Households
New research from the University of Washington reveals that taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages have slashed consumption by almost half among lower-income households in several major U.S. cities. The findings suggest that such taxes could play a crucial role in reducing health disparities and enhancing overall population health. The study, published in Health Economics, scrutinized purchasing…
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UBC Study Shows Texting While Walking Significantly Endangers Pedestrians
Pedestrians who text or talk on their phones while walking are at significantly higher risk of accidents, according to a new study from the University of British Columbia. Research conducted at two busy intersections in downtown Vancouver has shown that distracted pedestrians have a 45% increased likelihood of near-miss incidents with vehicles compared to their…
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Study Reveals Majority of Americans Consume Diets That Fuel Inflammation
Nearly 60% of Americans are consuming diets that promote inflammation, significantly raising their risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer. This finding comes from a new study that utilized a decade-old tool designed to measure dietary inflammation. The study also identified specific demographics more inclined toward pro-inflammatory diets, notably Black Americans, men and…
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New Study Reveals Effective Strategies to Curb Smoking
A new study by researchers at Hitotsubashi University has revealed that tax increases, smoke-free legislation and anti-smoking campaigns are among the most effective tools in reducing smoking prevalence and consumption. The findings, published in the journal Nature Human Behavior, offer crucial insights for policymakers in the ongoing battle against tobacco use. Tobacco remains a formidable…
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Moderate Coffee and Caffeine Intake Linked With Lower Cardiometabolic Disease Risk, Study Reveals
Regular consumption of moderate amounts of coffee and caffeine can substantially decrease the risk of developing multiple cardiometabolic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke, according to new research published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. The study revealed that individuals who consumed three cups of coffee or…
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New Study Links Mobile Phone Use to Increased Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Smokers and Diabetics
A significant new study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology has found a troubling link between regular mobile phone use and an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, especially among smokers and those with diabetes. This association is partly attributed to factors like poor sleep, psychological distress and neuroticism. “Mobile phone use is a ubiquitous…
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Virginia Tech Unveils Tool for Global Healthy Hydration Guidance
Researchers at Virginia Tech has created an innovative tool designed to enhance the effectiveness of healthy beverage recommendations worldwide, addressing the increasing public health challenges posed by sugary drinks. The new tool, introduced by a team of researchers led by Nicole Leary, a doctoral candidate in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, assigns…