MNT daily newsletter - May 09, 2018

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Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs
Can marijuana help treat asthma?
Asthma is a condition that causes chronic inflammation in the airways. Research about the anti-inflammatory effects of marijuana is ongoing and often positive. In this article, we look at whether marijuana can be used to help reduce asthma symptoms. We also look at the possible risks, as smoking can worsen symptoms.


Alzheimer's / Dementia
Alzheimer's: Are changes in the brain's attention hub at fault?
As we grow older, we find it harder to stay focused, perhaps due to changes in the brain's attention hub. Could this also drive the onset of Alzheimer's?


Anxiety / Stress
Alzheimer's: Are changes in the brain's attention hub at fault?
As we grow older, we find it harder to stay focused, perhaps due to changes in the brain's attention hub. Could this also drive the onset of Alzheimer's?


Asthma
Can marijuana help treat asthma?
Asthma is a condition that causes chronic inflammation in the airways. Research about the anti-inflammatory effects of marijuana is ongoing and often positive. In this article, we look at whether marijuana can be used to help reduce asthma symptoms. We also look at the possible risks, as smoking can worsen symptoms.


Biology / Biochemistry
Scientists may have found 'best time' to administer chemo drugs
A genome-wide map of busiest DNA repair times could reduce chemotherapy damage to healthy tissue through optimum 24-hour timing of dosage, say researchers.
New protein may help to catch lung cancer early
Japanese-based researchers have uncovered a biomarker that may help to diagnose lung cancer much earlier than the current tests can.


Blood / Hematology
High-potassium foods to avoid with kidney disease
People with chronic kidney disease need to avoid eating potassium-rich foods. Damaged kidneys cannot process potassium properly, which can then build up in the blood and cause weakness, fatigue, and tingling. In this article, learn which high-potassium foods to avoid with kidney disease and what to replace them with.


Cancer / Oncology
Why ovarian cancer spreads and how we might stop it
A new study unlocks the mystery of ovarian cancer metastasis. The findings may lead to new treatments, using existing drugs to stop tumors from spreading.
Scientists may have found 'best time' to administer chemo drugs
A genome-wide map of busiest DNA repair times could reduce chemotherapy damage to healthy tissue through optimum 24-hour timing of dosage, say researchers.
New protein may help to catch lung cancer early
Japanese-based researchers have uncovered a biomarker that may help to diagnose lung cancer much earlier than the current tests can.


Crohn's / IBD
What causes undigested food to appear in stool?
Certain foods, including high-fiber foods and sweetcorn, are more difficult to digest than others. It is normal for a person to notice undigested bits of these foods in their stool. If undigested food in the stool occurs with other symptoms, including diarrhea, they may have a medical condition, such as Crohn's or IBS.


Dermatology
Existing drug may be the answer to hair loss
Treating hair loss is an ongoing challenge for researchers. A recent paper concludes that an osteoporosis drug may just hold the secret.


Eye Health / Blindness
How to get rid of yellow eyes
Yellow eyes can result from damage to the liver, pancreas, or gallbladder. These organs help to filter bilirubin, a yellow compound, from the blood. While most cases require medical attention, we look at whether home remedies can be safe and effective. Learn about the causes and treatments of yellow eyes here.


Food Allergy
Do nightshade vegetables make arthritis worse?
Some believe that nightshade vegetables, including potatoes, tomatoes, and eggplants, may cause inflammation or make arthritis worse. There is no current evidence for this, though some people may be allergic to nightshades. Here, we explore the effects of nightshades and provide tips for an anti-inflammatory diet.


Food Intolerance
Do nightshade vegetables make arthritis worse?
Some believe that nightshade vegetables, including potatoes, tomatoes, and eggplants, may cause inflammation or make arthritis worse. There is no current evidence for this, though some people may be allergic to nightshades. Here, we explore the effects of nightshades and provide tips for an anti-inflammatory diet.


GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology
What causes undigested food to appear in stool?
Certain foods, including high-fiber foods and sweetcorn, are more difficult to digest than others. It is normal for a person to notice undigested bits of these foods in their stool. If undigested food in the stool occurs with other symptoms, including diarrhea, they may have a medical condition, such as Crohn's or IBS.


Genetics
Scientists may have found 'best time' to administer chemo drugs
A genome-wide map of busiest DNA repair times could reduce chemotherapy damage to healthy tissue through optimum 24-hour timing of dosage, say researchers.


Irritable Bowel Syndrome
What causes undigested food to appear in stool?
Certain foods, including high-fiber foods and sweetcorn, are more difficult to digest than others. It is normal for a person to notice undigested bits of these foods in their stool. If undigested food in the stool occurs with other symptoms, including diarrhea, they may have a medical condition, such as Crohn's or IBS.


Liver Disease / Hepatitis
How to get rid of yellow eyes
Yellow eyes can result from damage to the liver, pancreas, or gallbladder. These organs help to filter bilirubin, a yellow compound, from the blood. While most cases require medical attention, we look at whether home remedies can be safe and effective. Learn about the causes and treatments of yellow eyes here.


Lung Cancer
New protein may help to catch lung cancer early
Japanese-based researchers have uncovered a biomarker that may help to diagnose lung cancer much earlier than the current tests can.


Medical Devices / Diagnostics
New protein may help to catch lung cancer early
Japanese-based researchers have uncovered a biomarker that may help to diagnose lung cancer much earlier than the current tests can.


Neurology / Neuroscience
Alzheimer's: Are changes in the brain's attention hub at fault?
As we grow older, we find it harder to stay focused, perhaps due to changes in the brain's attention hub. Could this also drive the onset of Alzheimer's?


Nutrition / Diet
What causes undigested food to appear in stool?
Certain foods, including high-fiber foods and sweetcorn, are more difficult to digest than others. It is normal for a person to notice undigested bits of these foods in their stool. If undigested food in the stool occurs with other symptoms, including diarrhea, they may have a medical condition, such as Crohn's or IBS.
Do nightshade vegetables make arthritis worse?
Some believe that nightshade vegetables, including potatoes, tomatoes, and eggplants, may cause inflammation or make arthritis worse. There is no current evidence for this, though some people may be allergic to nightshades. Here, we explore the effects of nightshades and provide tips for an anti-inflammatory diet.
High-potassium foods to avoid with kidney disease
People with chronic kidney disease need to avoid eating potassium-rich foods. Damaged kidneys cannot process potassium properly, which can then build up in the blood and cause weakness, fatigue, and tingling. In this article, learn which high-potassium foods to avoid with kidney disease and what to replace them with.


Osteoporosis
Existing drug may be the answer to hair loss
Treating hair loss is an ongoing challenge for researchers. A recent paper concludes that an osteoporosis drug may just hold the secret.


Ovarian Cancer
Why ovarian cancer spreads and how we might stop it
A new study unlocks the mystery of ovarian cancer metastasis. The findings may lead to new treatments, using existing drugs to stop tumors from spreading.


Respiratory
Can marijuana help treat asthma?
Asthma is a condition that causes chronic inflammation in the airways. Research about the anti-inflammatory effects of marijuana is ongoing and often positive. In this article, we look at whether marijuana can be used to help reduce asthma symptoms. We also look at the possible risks, as smoking can worsen symptoms.


Rheumatoid Arthritis
Do nightshade vegetables make arthritis worse?
Some believe that nightshade vegetables, including potatoes, tomatoes, and eggplants, may cause inflammation or make arthritis worse. There is no current evidence for this, though some people may be allergic to nightshades. Here, we explore the effects of nightshades and provide tips for an anti-inflammatory diet.


Urology / Nephrology
High-potassium foods to avoid with kidney disease
People with chronic kidney disease need to avoid eating potassium-rich foods. Damaged kidneys cannot process potassium properly, which can then build up in the blood and cause weakness, fatigue, and tingling. In this article, learn which high-potassium foods to avoid with kidney disease and what to replace them with.


Women's Health / Gynecology
Why ovarian cancer spreads and how we might stop it
A new study unlocks the mystery of ovarian cancer metastasis. The findings may lead to new treatments, using existing drugs to stop tumors from spreading.


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