09/05/25 - #472

Good morning. In today’s edition:

• Omega-3 May Help to Protect Women From Alzheimer’s Disease, New Study Says

• People Who Respond to Weight-loss Drugs Like Ozempic and Wegovy May Look Trimmer, but Are Not Necessarily Fitter. In Addition to Losing Fat, Patients on the Drugs Also Lose Something Called “Fat-free Mass,” Which Can Be Up to 50% Muscle

• Draft ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Report Treads Lightly on Pesticides, Processed Foods

• Doctors Say Medical Misinformation Has Gotten Worse, Survey Finds

…and lots more. Have a great day!

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FOOD & NUTRITION

Omega-3 May Help to Protect Women From Alzheimer’s Disease, New Study Says

A new study suggests that omega-3 fatty acids may help protect women from Alzheimer’s disease. Scientists in the U.K. looked at blood samples from 841 people with Alzheimer’s. They found that women with the disease had lower levels of healthy fats—especially omega-3s—compared to women without it.

Omega-3s are a type of healthy fat. They are found in foods like salmon, tuna, walnuts, chia seeds, and flaxseeds. You can also get them through supplements. These fats help support brain health.

The study found more “bad” fats, called saturated fats, in women with Alzheimer’s. These are the kinds of fats found in fried food and processed snacks. Having more bad fats and fewer good fats in the blood may be linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s.

About two-thirds of people with Alzheimer’s in the U.S. are women. This study may help explain why. The researchers say more studies are needed, but the results are promising. They believe diet may play a bigger role in brain health than we thought.

Dr. Cristina Legido-Quigley, one of the lead researchers, said women should try to eat more omega-3s. Another doctor said learning how Alzheimer’s affects women could help doctors give better advice and treatment in the future.

This study shows that eating more healthy fats may help protect your brain. It’s a small step that could make a big difference over time—especially for women.

Source: yahoo.com

WEIGHT LOSS

People Who Respond to Weight-loss Drugs Like Ozempic and Wegovy May Look Trimmer, but Are Not Necessarily Fitter. In Addition to Losing Fat, Patients on the Drugs Also Lose Something Called “Fat-free Mass,” Which Can Be Up to 50% Muscle

New research shows that popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may help people lose weight, but they don’t make people more fit. A study from the University of Virginia found that these drugs don’t improve heart and lung health, which is an important sign of overall fitness.

The drugs help people lose fat, but also cause a loss of “fat-free mass,” which includes muscle. In some cases, up to half of the weight lost may be muscle. This can be a problem, especially for older adults, because muscle is needed for strength, balance, and daily movement.

Some patients say they feel like they are losing muscle while taking these drugs. Doctors warn this is a real concern.

To protect muscle, experts say people taking these weight-loss drugs should also exercise and eat enough protein. This can help them stay strong and healthy while losing weight.

One researcher said being fit may be more important than just being thin. In a study of over 400,000 people, fitness was a better sign of health than weight alone.

The bottom line: Ozempic and similar drugs may help you lose weight, but they don’t improve fitness on their own. If you use these drugs, talk to your doctor about adding exercise and healthy foods with protein to your routine.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. Talk to your doctor before making any changes to your health or fitness plan.

Source: news.virginia.edu

HEALTH

Draft ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Report Treads Lightly on Pesticides, Processed Foods

A new draft report from the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) Commission is drawing criticism. Led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the report outlines plans to improve public health. But it avoids major actions on pesticides and ultra-processed foods.

Although Kennedy has warned about the dangers of these issues in the past, the report does not call for banning chemicals like glyphosate or limiting junk food. Instead, it suggests more research and public education.

Over 350 health advocates have signed a letter asking President Trump to block a plan that would protect chemical companies from lawsuits. They believe companies should be held responsible if their products harm people.

The draft report also mentions better food guidelines and an effort to define what “ultra-processed” means. However, it doesn’t call for warning labels, school food changes, or limits on marketing unhealthy snacks.

It does include plans to improve fertility and maternal health and to study childhood cancer. It also proposes a closer look at how antidepressants and other mental health drugs are used in kids. The report says it may review the vaccine schedule and injury program too.

Experts like Dr. Marion Nestle say the report doesn’t go far enough. “We expected bold action to protect children’s health,” she said. “This report falls short.”

This article is for general information only and does not offer medical advice.

Source: edition.cnn.com

Doctors Say Medical Misinformation Has Gotten Worse, Survey Finds

A new survey shows more patients are coming to doctor visits with false health information. This misinformation often comes from the internet and social media, but some public figures also help spread it.

The Physicians Foundation asked over 1,000 doctors about their experiences. About 61% said patients brought up false or misleading health claims “a moderate amount” or “a great deal” of the time in the past year. About 86% said they have seen more of this problem over the past five years.

Many doctors said misinformation makes their job harder. Around 57% said it affects the quality of care they can give. Some patients delay or refuse care based on things they believe that are not true. One doctor said a patient canceled surgery during COVID because they refused a test, not believing the virus was real.

Dr. Gary Price, president of the Physicians Foundation, said this is frustrating for doctors who are trying to help. He says it’s hard to give good care when patients don’t trust medical facts.

The survey did not ask about specific false claims. But other studies show that myths about vaccines, diet pills, and natural cures are common.

Doctors say they need to improve how they talk to patients and fight false claims where they start — often online. But short office visits make it hard to explain complex issues.

Experts say more must be done to stop the spread of false health information and protect patients.

Source: yahoo.com

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