OBJECTIVE - To assess the efficacy of curcumin in delaying development of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in the prediabetic population. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS - This randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled ...

Introduction: Obesity can result in a reduced quality of life, substantial morbidity and mortality. Acupuncture therapy is an effective treatment for weight reduction but there are associated problems of needle shock and ...

Background: Severe obesity and tumor relapse/progression have impact on long-term prognosis in pediatric brain tumor patients. Methods: In a cross-sectional study, we analyzed nuchal skinfold thickness (NST) on magnetic-resonance ...

Sarcopenia is a geriatric syndrome that increases the risk of fall-related injury. Low muscle strength with or without reduced physical performance is used to identify possible sarcopenia, or those at risk of sarcopenia. ...

Curcumin is a phytocompound found in the root of turmeric, a common herbal ingredient in many Asian cuisines. The compound contains anti-inflammatory activity, which is mediated through an up-regulation of adiponectin and ...

Background: The prevalence of obesity in pediatric age group has been increasing globally. Body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC) and waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) are commonly used to define obesity. The cut-off ...