Metformin is the most common drug used to treat type 2 diabetes. If you also have gestational diabetes, you can take this medicine even in this condition. Metformin belongs to a group of drugs called biguanides. Metformin is the only available biguanide medication. Many people think that taking this medicine is a sign of uncontrolled diabetes, but in fact it…
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Geneva: Experts believe that giving employees a 15-minute physical activity break in offices can improve their well-being. In a recent study published in the journal Healthcare, researchers from the University of South Australia investigated the effectiveness of a 15-minute exercise program in the workplace by promoting physical activity and improving the quality of health among employees. I support a healthy…
London: A recent study found that creative occupations can be beneficial for good mental health. New research shows that if you take up a creative occupation, it can be beneficial in terms of maintaining mental health. Dr Helen Keys, a researcher at Anglia Ruskin University in the UK and lead author of the study, said that painting, carpentry and other…
Copenhagen: When it comes to children’s time on digital devices, parents often struggle with how much screen time to limit. A recent study led by Dr. Jesper Schmidt-Persson from the University of Southern Denmark in Denmark looked at the effects of reduced screen exposure on adolescent mental health. 89 families with 181 children and adolescents were randomly divided into two…
Illinois: We know that the habit of gratitude increases happiness, but in families it’s not enough to just be grateful for your loved ones, but having others show the same feelings for you can lead to better mental health. University of Illinois researchers previously explored the positive effects of gratitude on the extent of relationships in married couples. However, new…