Articles By Suneeta Sunny
Excess Or Too Little Folate During Pregnancy May Raise the Risk of Congenital Heart Defects
The researchers noted a U-shaped association between maternal serum folate levels and congenital heart defect risk in offspring, meaning both low and high maternal folate were linked to a higher risk of heart defect. 
Weight Loss Without Diet Or Exercise? New Fat-Absorbing Nanotherapy Could Be A Game Changer
The breakthrough oral nanotherapy interacts directly with the small intestine to decrease its capacity to absorb fat from the food consumed, making it a game-changer for those looking to manage their weight with minimal lifestyle changes. 
Children Who Had COVID-19 At Higher Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes: Study Finds
The study noted an increased risk of type 2 diabetes in pediatric patients after a bout of COVID-19 infection compared to other respiratory infections. 
Survey Says 25% Of Adults In U.S Suspect They Have Undiagnosed ADHD
The survey revealed that a striking 25% of U.S. adults suspect they may have undiagnosed ADHD. Even more concerning is that only 13% of respondents have taken the crucial step of discussing their symptoms with a healthcare professional. 
Your Child's Bedtime Affects Their Gut Health: Here's How Early Sleep Benefits Them
The findings indicate that an early bedtime, particularly before 9:30 p.m., is a valuable habit to cultivate, as children who went to bed earlier had a higher abundance of beneficial gut bacteria and a lower presence of various harmful gut microbes. 
Quality, Not Quantity Of Good Cholesterol Linked To Alzheimer's Risk: Study Says
The study revealed that the number of larger HDL particles in women's bodies increases during menopause, and these larger particles are less effective in supporting cognitive health compared to their smaller counterparts. 
Mindfulness For Anxiety Disorders: Study Says It's Comparable To Antidepressant
The study found that Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction could be as effective as the antidepressant escitalopram in alleviating symptoms of several anxiety disorders. 
It's Never Too Late: Quitting Smoking Can Improve Longevity Even At 75
The study suggests that while the benefits of quitting smoking may decrease with age, older individuals can still achieve significant gains in life expectancy. 
Your Cells Inherit Energy From Mother; Study Offers Insights On Mitochondrial Disorders
The researchers discovered that humans inherit the DNA inside their mitochondria from their mothers alone, with all traces of their father's mitochondrial genome destroyed the moment sperm joins the egg. 
COVID-19 Doubles Risk Of Heart Attacks, Strokes For Up To Three Years: Study
The cardiovascular risk is significantly higher for those hospitalized with severe COVID and individuals with a preexisting history of heart disease, the study revealed. 
Eating Less Extends Lifespan, But Those With Least Weight Loss Have Maximum Benefits: Study
Researchers explored how eating less could extend lifespan and discovered that those who experienced the least weight loss while eating less had the greatest longevity benefits. 
Screen Use In 9- And 10-Year-Olds Elevates Risk Of Depression, Anxiety, Study Says
The study found that each additional hour of screen time correlated with a 10% increase in depressive symptoms, a 7% increase in conduct symptoms, and a 6% increase in somatic symptoms.
