MNT daily newsletter - March 22, 2018

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Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, containing the most recent headlines from your chosen news categories.


Alzheimer's / Dementia
Can beets tackle Alzheimer's at its root?
Harmful formations in the brains of people with Alzheimer's might be responsible for much of the neural damage. Can a beet-derived pigment prevent the harm?


Biology / Biochemistry
How cats could help to treat HIV
A study has unraveled the structure of a protein that fuels drug resistance in feline immunodeficiency virus. The finding may lead to new HIV treatments.


Bones / Orthopedics
Jammed finger vs. broken finger: What to know
A jammed finger is a common injury that can cause pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the finger. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment.


Cancer / Oncology
How a novel protein may combat cancer
A Swiss team recently discovered a new tumor-suppressing protein. It may help to diagnose liver cancer earlier and could play a role in future treatments.


Cardiovascular / Cardiology
Could grilling your meat raise blood pressure?
Researchers suggest that regular consumption of grilled or barbecued meat or fish could raise the risk of developing high blood pressure.
These plant-based fats could help you live longer
Research on more than 90,000 people shows that diets rich in plant-based — but not animal-based — monounsaturated fats are linked to lower risk of death.


Fertility
Why are there white bumps on my penis?
There are many causes for white bumps on the penis, including whiteheads and Fordyce spots. Learn how to identify these bumps, their causes, and treatments.


GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology
What causes foamy bowel movements?
Foamy or frothy poop is usually diarrhea-like and may appear to have bubbles in it. It may also seem oily or contain mucus. Learn about the causes here.
How much fiber is too much?
Eating too much fiber can cause bloating, gas, and constipation. Find out how much fiber is too much and how to relieve symptoms in this article.
Why do I have red diarrhea? Six causes
While diarrhea is unpleasant, it is not often a sign of something serious. Red or bloody diarrhea, however, may be a sign of an underlying health problem.


Heart Disease
Could grilling your meat raise blood pressure?
Researchers suggest that regular consumption of grilled or barbecued meat or fish could raise the risk of developing high blood pressure.
These plant-based fats could help you live longer
Research on more than 90,000 people shows that diets rich in plant-based — but not animal-based — monounsaturated fats are linked to lower risk of death.


HIV / AIDS
How cats could help to treat HIV
A study has unraveled the structure of a protein that fuels drug resistance in feline immunodeficiency virus. The finding may lead to new HIV treatments.


Hypertension
Could grilling your meat raise blood pressure?
Researchers suggest that regular consumption of grilled or barbecued meat or fish could raise the risk of developing high blood pressure.


Irritable Bowel Syndrome
What causes foamy bowel movements?
Foamy or frothy poop is usually diarrhea-like and may appear to have bubbles in it. It may also seem oily or contain mucus. Learn about the causes here.


Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses
What causes foamy bowel movements?
Foamy or frothy poop is usually diarrhea-like and may appear to have bubbles in it. It may also seem oily or contain mucus. Learn about the causes here.


Liver Disease / Hepatitis
How a novel protein may combat cancer
A Swiss team recently discovered a new tumor-suppressing protein. It may help to diagnose liver cancer earlier and could play a role in future treatments.


Medical Innovation
How to record 1 million neurons in real time
A newly developed method may allow neuroscientists to listen in to more than 1 million neurons at once and unfurl the data in real time.


Men's Health
Why are there white bumps on my penis?
There are many causes for white bumps on the penis, including whiteheads and Fordyce spots. Learn how to identify these bumps, their causes, and treatments.


Neurology / Neuroscience
How to record 1 million neurons in real time
A newly developed method may allow neuroscientists to listen in to more than 1 million neurons at once and unfurl the data in real time.
Can beets tackle Alzheimer's at its root?
Harmful formations in the brains of people with Alzheimer's might be responsible for much of the neural damage. Can a beet-derived pigment prevent the harm?


Nutrition / Diet
Could grilling your meat raise blood pressure?
Researchers suggest that regular consumption of grilled or barbecued meat or fish could raise the risk of developing high blood pressure.
These plant-based fats could help you live longer
Research on more than 90,000 people shows that diets rich in plant-based — but not animal-based — monounsaturated fats are linked to lower risk of death.
How much fiber is too much?
Eating too much fiber can cause bloating, gas, and constipation. Find out how much fiber is too much and how to relieve symptoms in this article.
Why do I have red diarrhea? Six causes
While diarrhea is unpleasant, it is not often a sign of something serious. Red or bloody diarrhea, however, may be a sign of an underlying health problem.
Can beets tackle Alzheimer's at its root?
Harmful formations in the brains of people with Alzheimer's might be responsible for much of the neural damage. Can a beet-derived pigment prevent the harm?


Pediatrics / Children's Health
What causes foamy bowel movements?
Foamy or frothy poop is usually diarrhea-like and may appear to have bubbles in it. It may also seem oily or contain mucus. Learn about the causes here.


Sexual Health / STDs
Why are there white bumps on my penis?
There are many causes for white bumps on the penis, including whiteheads and Fordyce spots. Learn how to identify these bumps, their causes, and treatments.


Sports Medicine / Fitness
Jammed finger vs. broken finger: What to know
A jammed finger is a common injury that can cause pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the finger. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment.


Urology / Nephrology
How much fiber is too much?
Eating too much fiber can cause bloating, gas, and constipation. Find out how much fiber is too much and how to relieve symptoms in this article.


Veterinary
How cats could help to treat HIV
A study has unraveled the structure of a protein that fuels drug resistance in feline immunodeficiency virus. The finding may lead to new HIV treatments.


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