Use of Acid Reflux Drugs Linked to Dementia Risk, Study Finds

A recent study has found a correlation between the prolonged use of widely prescribed acid reflux drugs and an increased risk of dementia. The study, released on Wednesday, was conducted by the American Academy of Neurology and focused on prescription medications known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). These include drugs such as omeprazole (Prilosec), esomeprazole (Nexium), and lansoprazole (Prevacid). Acid reflux, a condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation, is commonly …

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Scientists discover why mosquitos attack certain people over others

The female mosquito may be impossible to hide from: she monitors our carbon dioxide exhalations, body heat, and body scent. Some of us, however, are distinctly “mosquito magnets” who receive more than our fair share of bites. Many theories exist about why someone may be a favorite muncher, such as blood type, blood sugar levels, eating garlic or bananas, or being female. However, Leslie Vosshall, director of the Neurogenetics and Behaviour Lab at Rockefeller University, …

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Study finds link between artificial sweeteners and heart disease

Artificial sweeteners may raise risk of heart disease, elevate blood sugar – NBC News Artificial sweeteners may be harmful to your health, according to new research. The BMJ published a study Wednesday that involved more than 100,000 adults in France and found an association between artificial sweeteners and heart disease. Aspartame, a sugar substitute found in tabletop sweeteners Equal and NutraSweet, as well as cereals, yogurt, candy, and diet soda, was found to increase stroke …

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