Genetics

High-sugar diet programs a short lifespan in flies

Flies with a history of eating a high sugar diet live shorter lives, even after their diet improves. This is because the unhealthy diet drives long-term reprogramming of gene expression, according to a UCL-led team of researchers.

Cardiology

Gum disease linked with higher risk of hypertension

People with gum disease (periodontitis) have a greater likelihood of high blood pressure (hypertension), according to a study published today in Cardiovascular Research, a journal of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).

Health

Almost a day's worth of calories hidden in fast food meal combos

Tempted to reach for the food delivery app to get your favourite fast food fix during lockdown? New research from The George Institute for Global Health shows some popular fast food chains are serving up almost all your daily ...

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