MNT weekly newsletter - December 05, 2018

Medical News Today

Dear S.C.T.C,

Welcome to this week's Medical News Today newsletter, containing the headlines from the past week, across your chosen news categories.


Nutrition / Diet
Celiac disease may be treated with cystic fibrosis drugs
New research investigates the similarities between cystic fibrosis and celiac disease, suggesting that drugs for the former may also treat the latter.
What is the IIFYM (if it fits your macros) diet?
IIFYM stands for "if it fits your macros." This flexible dieting method focuses on counting macronutrients, namely proteins, carbs, and fats, instead of calories. In this article, we describe how to follow the IIFYM diet and explore potential benefits and risks.
Cancer cells' use of sugar holds the key to their destruction
Either reducing glucose supply or altering its metabolism in cancer cells could greatly improve effectiveness of virus-based treatments, a study reveals.


Sports Medicine / Fitness
What causes a lateral collateral ligament sprain?
A lateral collateral ligament (LCL) sprain occurs when there is a tear in the ligaments on the outside of the knee. Causes include sports injuries and accidents. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and weakness. Treatment involves rest, medications, and possibly physical therapy. Learn more about LCL sprains here.
Regular exercise can keep the body decades younger
A new study finds that people over 70 who have exercised regularly for decades show some physiological characteristics of much younger people.
Exercise may prevent heart attacks in otherwise healthy people
New research suggests that people with healthy hearts should use exercise as 'preventive medicine' against developing heart disease and heart attacks.


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