MNT daily newsletter - October 11, 2017

Welcome S.C.T.C,. Here are Medical News Today's headlines for October 11, 2017.

We've changed our format to contain all of our daily news, as well as the content that has most piqued our readers' curiosity. If you would like to receive personalized news content, please subscribe to our weekly newsletter in your account settings. Welcome S.C.T.C, Here are Medical News Today’s headlines for October 11, 2017. Targeting vitamin D receptors could prevent type 2 diabetes Researchers suggest that targeting vitamin D receptors in insulin-producing beta cells could be an effective way to prevent type 2 diabetes. Read now » Menopause may trigger Alzheimer's disease A new study looked at the metabolic changes in the brains of menopausal and perimenopausal women and found potential triggers for Alzheimer's disease. Read now » Traumatic experiences may raise women's heart disease risk Women who experience at least three traumatic events in a lifetime may have poorer endothelial function, which could raise the likelihood of heart disease. Read now » Today's headlines What are the health benefits of butterbur? This article explores the different uses and health benefits of butterbur. It is most commonly used to treat migraines and hay fever. Learn more. // Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine Are stem cells and regenerative medicine living up to their promises? The use of stem cells, materials, or molecules to regenerate tissues and organs promises to revolutionize medicine. How long until this becomes reality? // Stem Cell Research Could tai chi encourage more patients to take up cardiac rehab? Tai chi did not raise aerobic fitness, but it increased physical activity, was liked, and was adhered to by heart patients who refused conventional rehab. // Rehabilitation / Physical Therapy Food addiction: What to know Food addiction is when a person becomes dependent on certain types of foods. Learn more about the causes and when to see a doctor. // Eating Disorders Pfeiffer syndrome: What to know We explore the genetic condition Pfeiffer syndrome including the risk factors and how it is diagnosed. Learn more about the subtypes and outlook, here. // Bones / Orthopedics Despite concerns, vasectomy and prostate cancer not linked A debate that has raged for more than 30 years may finally be over: prostate cancer risk does not seem to be increased following a vasectomy. // Prostate / Prostate Cancer What you need to know about sunburn blisters If someone is badly sunburned, they may develop sunburn blisters. Learn more about them, their treatment options, and sun protection advice, here. // Dermatology Childhood obesity rates rise 10-fold since the '70s A new report from the World Health Organization shows that obesity rates in children and adolescents are 10 times higher now than they were in the '70s. // Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness Trending today Black tea boosts weight loss by altering gut bacteria // Nutrition / Diet New compound kills cancer without harming healthy cells // Cancer / Oncology Nine health benefits of turmeric tea // Nutrition / Diet Postnasal drip: Symptoms, causes, and home remedies // Ear, Nose and Throat Kombucha: Eight potential health benefits // Nutrition / Diet The female orgasm: What do women want? // Sexual Health / STDs Armpit detox: Benefits and how to do it // Dermatology Can CBD oil help anxiety? What you need to know // Anxiety / Stress

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