Published July 19, 2017

A study of 491 testicular cancer survivors found that compared to the men who had normal testosterone levels, men with hypogonadism were more likely to be treated for high cholesterol (20% compared to 6%), high blood pressure (19% vs. 11%), erectile dysfunction (20% vs. 12%), diabetes (6% vs. 3%), and anxiety or depression (15% vs. 10%).

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Published July 17, 2017

Researchers at Stanford University found that wrist-worn fitness trackers failed miserably when tested for measuring calories burned. The best fitness tracker was off by 27%. And the worst one was off an unbelievable 93%!

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Published July 14, 2017

Researchers wanted to know if gut bacteria affected seasonal allergies. The participants filled out an online survey every week evaluating the severity of their allergy symptoms, and the researchers analyzed stool samples to see if the participants’ gut bacteria had changed. Those receiving the probiotic experienced improvements to their quality of life compared to the placebo group. In particular, their nose-related allergy symptoms decreased.

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