Dec 19, 2023 07:48 AM
Eating carrots is linked to 20pc cut in all types of cancer
https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/ea...47779.html
INTRO: Scientists have found that carrots can help people to avoid cancer – and other traditional elements of the Christmas dinner have health benefits too. A study at Newcastle University discovered that eating five servings of the vegetable a week was linked to a 20pc reduction in developing all types of cancer.
The findings, published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, showed eating just one serving a week still gave a significant reduction, with a 4pc lower chance of the disease compared with those who never ate carrots... (MORE - details)
Rising cannabis use among adults with severe psychological distress linked to increased psychiatric care
https://www.news-medical.net/news/202312...-care.aspx
INTRO: In a recent study posted to the medRxiv pre-print* server, a team of researchers analyzed trends in cannabis use among United States (U.S.) adults with/without severe psychological distress (SPD) (2009-2019) and its link to psychiatric hospitalizations and outpatient mental health care.
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 147 million people, or 2.5% of the total population, use cannabis, and its growing popularity poses a risk, especially for those with mental health problems. Its use is associated with a higher risk of psychosis and negative symptoms in schizophrenia, as well as recently noted links to anxiety and mood disorders. SPD People with high incidences of cannabis and substance use disorders are at greater risk for serious mental illness, health deterioration, and more severe drug abuse. SPD individuals used slightly more cannabis between 2008 and 2016, but the subsequent impact on psychiatric services is still unclear. However, with legalization and attitudinal change, further research is needed on changing cannabis use patterns to clarify their effect on mental health... (MORE - details)
https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/ea...47779.html
INTRO: Scientists have found that carrots can help people to avoid cancer – and other traditional elements of the Christmas dinner have health benefits too. A study at Newcastle University discovered that eating five servings of the vegetable a week was linked to a 20pc reduction in developing all types of cancer.
The findings, published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, showed eating just one serving a week still gave a significant reduction, with a 4pc lower chance of the disease compared with those who never ate carrots... (MORE - details)
Rising cannabis use among adults with severe psychological distress linked to increased psychiatric care
https://www.news-medical.net/news/202312...-care.aspx
INTRO: In a recent study posted to the medRxiv pre-print* server, a team of researchers analyzed trends in cannabis use among United States (U.S.) adults with/without severe psychological distress (SPD) (2009-2019) and its link to psychiatric hospitalizations and outpatient mental health care.
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 147 million people, or 2.5% of the total population, use cannabis, and its growing popularity poses a risk, especially for those with mental health problems. Its use is associated with a higher risk of psychosis and negative symptoms in schizophrenia, as well as recently noted links to anxiety and mood disorders. SPD People with high incidences of cannabis and substance use disorders are at greater risk for serious mental illness, health deterioration, and more severe drug abuse. SPD individuals used slightly more cannabis between 2008 and 2016, but the subsequent impact on psychiatric services is still unclear. However, with legalization and attitudinal change, further research is needed on changing cannabis use patterns to clarify their effect on mental health... (MORE - details)