Over half the world's population could be overweight by2035 , plus other health stories you need to read this week

 

Welcome to this week's health news roundup. Here are the top health stories you need to know:

• Over half the world's population could be overweight by 2035 A new study published in the journal The Lancet has found that over half of the world's population could be overweight or obese by 2035 if current trends continue. The study analyzed data from 199 countries and found that the prevalence of obesity has nearly tripled worldwide since 1975. This trend is largely due to changes in diet and physical activity levels. The researchers warn that the growing obesity epidemic could lead to an increase in chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.

• Study suggests that COVID-19 may increase the risk of Parkinson's disease A new study published in the journal Movement Disorders has found that COVID-19 may increase the risk of developing Parkinson's disease. The study analyzed data from over 62 million patients and found that those who had been diagnosed with COVID-19 were at a higher risk of developing Parkinson's disease than those who had not been infected. However, more research is needed to confirm this association.

• Drinking coffee may reduce the risk of heart failure A new study published in the journal Circulation: Heart Failure has found that drinking coffee may reduce the risk of heart failure. The study analyzed data from over 21,000 participants and found that those who drank one to two cups of coffee per day had a 30% lower risk of developing heart failure than those who did not drink coffee. However, the study also found that excessive coffee consumption may increase the risk of heart failure, so moderation is key.

• Study suggests that skipping breakfast may increase the risk of heart disease A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology has found that skipping breakfast may increase the risk of heart disease. The study analyzed data from over 6,500 participants and found that those who skipped breakfast had a higher risk of developing atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque builds up in the arteries and can lead to heart disease. The researchers suggest that eating breakfast may be an important factor in maintaining heart health.

That's it for this week's health news roundup. Stay informed, stay healthy, and we'll see you next week for more health news.

Sure, here are some additional health news stories for this week:

• Study finds that air pollution may increase the risk of dementia A new study published in the journal JAMA Neurology has found that long-term exposure to air pollution may increase the risk of dementia. The study analyzed data from over 7,000 participants and found that those who were exposed to higher levels of air pollution had a higher risk of developing dementia. The researchers suggest that reducing air pollution may be an important public health measure to prevent dementia.

• Researchers develop a blood test to detect Alzheimer's disease A team of researchers from the University of California, San Francisco, have developed a blood test that can detect Alzheimer's disease with high accuracy. The test measures levels of specific proteins in the blood that are associated with Alzheimer's disease. The researchers hope that the test will help to improve early detection of the disease, which could lead to earlier treatment and better outcomes for patients.

• Study finds that eating a plant-based diet may lower the risk of heart disease A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association has found that eating a plant-based diet may lower the risk of heart disease. The study analyzed data from over 12,000 participants and found that those who ate a mostly plant-based diet had a 16% lower risk of developing heart disease than those who ate a mostly animal-based diet. The researchers suggest that increasing plant-based foods in the diet may be an effective way to reduce the risk of heart disease.

That's all for this week's health news roundup. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest health news and trends.