Malignant Melanomas Study Reveals Unexpected Factor for the Survival Rate of Skin Cancer
A recent study shows exactly how the thickness of melanomas influences the chance of survival in skin cancer.
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Research Context How Cinnamon Can Lower Blood Sugar and Help You Lose Weight
This trendy spice is a must every winter. Conveniently, cinnamon is said to help you lose weight. But is that even possible?
Yale Study How Friends Influence Our Gut Health
According to researchers at Yale University, our friends influence our gut health. Are obesity and depression that contagious?
Study Provides Clues Autism in Children Possibly Recognizable by Eye Movements
Apparently, certain eye movements can indicate that a child might have autism. FITBOOK explains the research findings.
Research The Right Balance of Exercise, Sleep and Sitting Increases Cognitive Performance
A study investigated how much exercise and sleep are enough to improve cognitive performance. FITBOOK summarizes the results.
Study Reveals One in Five People Worldwide Have This Sexually Transmitted Disease
A study came to the conclusion that one in five people worldwide is affected by genital herpes. FITBOOK takes a closer look.
Frequently Prescribed Study Proves Severe Side Effect of Thyroid Medication
Thyroid medication - like any medication - can have side effects. Researchers have now looked at such effects on bone density.
Study Shows Simple Balance Test Shows How Quickly You Age
Biological age is a suitable measure of how old the body is, and a new study shows how a balance test can show how quickly you are aging.
Surprising study results Fitness or body weight - which is more important for your health?
Body weight or fitness - which is more important for health? A meta-analysis of 20 studies has the answer.
Study Ice bathing burns bad body fat
Ice bathing is great for burning fat. What's more, jumping into cold water is a great way to get rid of "bad" body fat.
Toxic epidermal necrolysis Researchers find therapy for deadly c
Toxic epidermal necrolysis - a hypersensitivity reaction of the skin - can be fatal. Researchers have now found a way to cure the disease.
Research context Debate on smoking ban - how dangerous passive smoking is outdoors
The EU Commission wants to extend the smoking ban to outdoor areas. How harmful is passive smoking in the fresh air?
Study shows A severe coronavirus infection can possibly shrink cancer tumors
A new study examined the effect of coronavirus on cancer and suggests it can have a positive effect on cancer tumors and shrink them.
What employees should know Why the 3-day rule for sick leave can be confusing
When do you need a sick note? And what do you need to bear in mind with the 3-day rule for sick leave? FITBOOK explains.
Accelerated aging Type 2 diabetes causes the brain to shrink, according to study
Type 2 diabetes damages the brain, as a recent study shows. The disease leads to shrinkage of the white matter.
FITBOOK Experts Dr. Anne Heinz: "I advise against tooth whitening for under-18s"
Dentist and protagonist of "FITBOOK Experts" Dr. Anne Heinz explains what to look out for when undertaking tooth whitening.
Wife and daughter clear things up Bruce Willis' family overlooked these early warning signs of dementia
Tallulah Wilis, daughter of Bruce Willis, revealed in an interview which early warning signs of dementia she misunderstood in her father.
Small and painful Canker sores in the mouth can be a warning sign
Canker sores can have a variety of harmless but also serious causes. Which home remedies help and when you should see a doctor.
According to the study What are the benefits of quitting smoking if you already have heart disease?
If you've already been diagnosed with heart disease, quitting smoking won't help, will it? A surprising study.
Brain inflammation Possible symptoms of encephalitis
Encephalitis, i.e. inflammation of the brain, can manifest itself through various symptoms. These are the warning signs.
Study shows Catching up on sleep at the weekend can apparently reduce the risk of heart disease
According to a study, catching up on sleep at the weekend have a significantly lower risk of heart disease.
Cause and course of the disease Signs that already indicate Prader-Willi syndrome in babies
Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare disease. Those affected can develop muscle weakness and be mentally impaired.
According to the study Surprising! Daily internet use could boost memory performance
Negative effects are often attributed to the use of the internet, but according to one study it can improve memory.
Holistic healing method Who osteopathy is suitable for and how treatment works
Osteopathy is a holistic healing method - but who is it suitable for and what does treatment look like?
Study shows Certain fatty acids are said to be able to replace antibiotic treatment for vaginal infections
Bacterial vaginosis recurs repeatedly and is very stressful for those affected. A study has now identified a fatty acid that could help.
Cause, treatment Signs that indicate a tetanus infection
Tetanus is a dangerous disease that is caused by certain bacteria and can lead to death if left untreated.
According to the study Certain eating habits can lead to erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction has many causes - a study now provides evidence that, among other things, spicy food promotes sexual dysfunction.
In large quantities Not just alcohol! 6 things that are harmful to the liver
It's not just alcohol that damages the detoxification organ... Here are 6 things that can be harmful to the liver in large quantities.
Active ingredient in so-called "slimming syringes" Suicidal thoughts due to semaglutide? Current research indicates this possibility
Ozempic is attracting a lot of attention. Among other things, the active ingredient semaglutide is suspected of triggering suicidal thoughts.
UV radiation Can you also get sunburnt underwater?
The summer sun brings with it a few myths. Many people believe that water protects against sunburn. A dermatologist explains.