Urban Living Environment and Myopia in Children 1. In a large Chinese cohort of elementary school children, living in urban areas was associated with increased prevalence and incidence of myopia. 2. Despite this, living in urban spaces was conversely associated with decreased severity and rates of progression of myopia. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) The
1. This prospective cohort study revealed that children born to mothers with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) had significantly higher serum concentrations of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) at 6-year follow-up. 2. LDL levels were also significantly higher in offspring of GDM mothers at approximately 6 years of age. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) The literature has
1. In this prospective cohort study, red meat consumption was positively and linearly associated with the risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D). 2. Furthermore, substituting one serving of nuts, legumes, or dairy per day for total, processed, or unprocessed red meat was associated with a significant decrease in T2D risk. Evidence Rating Level: 2
Adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D) undergoing endocrinology care are more likely to experience less favorable hemoglobin A1c improvements if they only use telemedicine compared with patients using in-person care or a mix of both.
Pregnant women are not getting the essential nutrients they and their babies need from modern diets say scientists, who have warned that the situation will likely worsen as more people turn to plant-based foods.