Processed meats have long been linked to colorectal cancer, but what's the real story behind this connection? Scientists have been digging into the role of nitrosyl-heme, a compound formed when nitrites are added to meats during processing. This compound might be the key player in boosting cancer ri
Processed meat is a staple in many diets. But does it play a role in weight gain? Many studies have hinted at this, but until now, no one has really dug deep into the data. So, let's break it down. First, what counts as processed meat? Think bacon, sausages, ham, and deli meats. These foods go
Process tracing—a technique borrowed from policy studies—has gained popularity in health research. It helps scientists dig deeper into complex health systems, especially when studying specific cases like a country's health policies. A recent review dived into how this method is used in health resear
Decision-making on whether to intubate patients with acute hypoxemic respiratory failure (AHRF) is a crucial but debated topic in medicine. Despite the procedure's common usage, there's a surprising lack of solid evidence to guide these choices. To shed light on this, researchers conducted a worldwi
