Review of microbiota-informed approaches for adolescent depression notes limited causal evidence
New review suggests gut health may help teen depression but evidence is still limited
This narrative review examines the role of gut-brain axis perturbations, diet, and psychobiotics in adolescent depression. The authors synth…
A new review suggests that gut health and diet might help with teen depression, but direct proof in young people is still missing.
Scoping review of 87 studies shows bicycling interventions improve psychological and cognitive well-being across 19 countries
Bicycling Interventions Improve Mood, Social Connection, and Cognitive Functioning
This scoping review synthesizes evidence from 87 studies conducted in 19 countries regarding bicycling interventions. The analysis covers ps…
A review of 87 studies from 19 countries suggests bicycling may boost mood, reduce depression, and enhance social connection and cognitive f…
Scoping review evaluates mental health screening tools across 38 studies worldwide
Mental health screening tools show mixed effectiveness across different settings
This scoping review synthesizes evidence from 38 studies regarding mental health screening tools and early detection programs. The authors a…
A review of 38 studies found that mental health screening tools generally work but vary greatly in performance and practical use around the …
Meta-analysis and preclinical study link Limosilactobacillus fermentum to depression
Probiotic shows promise for depression in early research
This meta-analysis and preclinical study found reduced abundance of Limosilactobacillus fermentum in patients with depression. In a mouse mo…
A probiotic strain may help depression by boosting mood-related brain chemicals and reducing inflammation, but only in mice so far.
Internet-based self-help interventions significantly improve IBS symptom severity and quality of life across diverse global populations in this systematic review
Internet self-help programs ease IBS pain and anxiety for thousands
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 2,289 individuals with irritable bowel syndrome across seven countries demonstrates that internet-b…
A large review shows online self-help programs significantly improve IBS symptoms and quality of life for people in seven countries.
Motherly app shows stronger depressive symptom reduction in women with fewer children and higher pediatric consultations
New app helps some new moms feel better when they have fewer kids and see doctors often
This secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial evaluated the Motherly app in 264 women. Intervention effects on depressive symptom…
A phone app helped some new mothers feel less sad, but it worked best for those with fewer children. The study found that using the tool mor…
Systematic review and meta-analysis of MDMA-assisted therapy for trauma and depression
MDMA-assisted therapy shows promise for trauma and depression in mental illness
This systematic review and meta-analysis synthesized evidence on MDMA-assisted therapy for trauma and depression. It found significant moder…
A review of MDMA-assisted therapy found significant reductions in trauma and psychopathology compared to controls, though larger trials are …
Narrative review of fluoride policies in Chile addresses misinformation and regulatory issues
Fluoride in water and milk cuts cavities, review confirms
This narrative review examines the effectiveness, safety, and cost-effectiveness of oral health fluoride policies and programs in Chile. The…
Adding fluoride to water or milk reduces tooth decay, but misinformation and uneven rules get in the way.
Narrative review on low energy availability in female athletes and its endocrine and skeletal effects
Low energy availability harms female athletes bones and hormones
This narrative review synthesizes evidence from 151 studies on low energy availability in female athletic populations. It finds that low ene…
Low energy availability causes deep hormonal disruptions and bone weakness in female athletes, with body image issues acting as a major warn…
Systematic review and meta-analysis on frailty and delirium after TAVR
Frailty before TAVR surgery increases risk of postoperative delirium
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 7,702 patients undergoing TAVR found a significant association between preprocedural frailty and…
A meta-analysis of 7,702 patients found that preprocedural frailty significantly increases the risk of postoperative delirium after TAVR sur…
Narrative review explores bromelain's potential across multiple chronic diseases
Bromelain shows promise for several diseases but needs more human testing
This narrative review examines bromelain's potential in cancer, cardiovascular, metabolic, infectious, and neurodegenerative diseases. Most …
Bromelain looks promising for managing cancer and other conditions, yet current evidence mostly comes from lab and animal work.
Meta-analysis finds poor sleep quality affects nearly half of Ethiopian women of reproductive age
Nearly half of Ethiopian women of reproductive age report poor sleep
This meta-analysis of observational studies synthesized data on poor sleep quality among 4,376 women in Ethiopia. The pooled prevalence was …
A review of 4,376 Ethiopian women finds almost half struggle with poor sleep, linked to unplanned pregnancy, violence, and depression.