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health2 months ago•5 min saved

Leafy greens linked to lower COPD risk, new study suggests

In a large observational study of 179,062 people over about 10.5 years, higher vitamin K1 intake—mainly from leafy greens like spinach and kale—was associated with better lung function and a 16% lower COPD risk, with stronger effects among smokers and those in high-risk occupations; vitamin K2 showed no link. While not proving causation, researchers say increasing leafy greens could be a practical way to boost lung health by raising vitamin K1 intake.

via Fox News|

#copd #diet-and-nutrition #health

health-and-fitness2 years ago•5 min saved

"The Impact of Air Hunger on Endurance Athletes"

A new study reanalyzing lung-function tests found that about a third of healthy adults experience air hunger during all-out exercise, with the fittest people being most susceptible. This feeling, associated with lung conditions, can limit performance and is linked to a negative emotional response. The study suggests that fitter individuals may push themselves harder, reaching their breathing limits, and raises questions about the factors determining air hunger and potential interventions, such as training breathing muscles or using asthma medication.

via Outside|

#air-hunger #endurance #exercise-physiology

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Potential Lung Risks Found in New Cholesterol Medications, Reveals Global Study

A groundbreaking global study analyzing genetic data from 340,000 UK Biobank participants has found that PCSK9 inhibitors, a new class of cholesterol-lowering drugs, could potentially impair lung function. The study also revealed correlations between statins and higher BMI, body fat, and reduced testosterone, while unexpectedly noting an increase in hippocampus brain volume that may lower dementia and depression risks. Further research is needed to understand the long-term effects of these medications and to assess their safety and potential benefits.

via SciTechDaily|

#cholesterol-drugs #genetic-analysis #health

health3 years ago•2 min saved

Long-Term Lung Impairment Found in COVID Survivors

A Dutch study published in PLOS One found that one year after COVID-19 infection, 25% of survivors had impaired lung function. Older patients, those with more chronic conditions, and those with severe cases showed slower improvement over time. The study involved 301 COVID-19 survivors who underwent lung-function tests. Patients with moderate and severe/critical disease severities should be targeted for revalidation guidelines. However, the study also showed that COVID-related lung damage can be reversed to some degree over time, and quality of life improved at the one-year mark.

via University of Minnesota Twin Cities|

#covid-19 #health #long-term-effects

health3 years ago•5 min saved

Cannabis smoking not associated with COPD, says study.

New research shows that smoking cannabis doesn’t carry the same risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) as smoking tobacco. While any smoke is damaging to the lungs, whether it comes from cannabis or tobacco, the data suggests that smoking cannabis is not as damaging on the lungs as smoking cigarettes. Cannabis use is associated with numerous health benefits, but there are also drawbacks for chronic users. Experts recommend avoiding smoking or vaping and seeking out alternative ways to consume cannabis.

via Medical News Today|

#cannabis #copd #health

health3 years ago•3 min saved

Mint-flavored Vapes Linked to Lung Damage and Calls for Ban

Adding mint flavor to e-cigarette liquids produces more vapor particles and is associated with worse lung function in those who smoke, according to researchers from the University of Pittsburgh. The study used a robotic system to mimic human breathing and vaping behavior and found that commercially available e-cigarette liquids containing menthol generate a greater number of toxic microparticles compared to menthol-free juice. The study suggests that menthol additives could be just as dangerous as vitamin E acetate, which was strongly linked to lung injury in users of e-cigarettes and vapes.

via Neuroscience News|

#e-cigarettes #health #lung-function