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Walnuts and cancer risk

Improving colonic health, cancer risk with walnutsby ADA Huddles…Consuming walnuts could help mitigate the risk of colorectal cancer, according to a news report from UConn Today.In a study published in Cancer Prevention Research, researchers examined the benefits of walnut intake among participants aged 40 to 65 years at risk of developing colorectal cancer. They collected […]

Acidic Food and Osteoarthritis in Knees

Consuming greater amounts of dietary acid could raise the risk of developing knee osteoarthritis.In a study published in Scientific Reports, investigators used a semiquantitative food frequency questionnaire to examine the dietary habits of 150 patients with newly diagnosed knee osteoarthritis and 300 controls matched on the basis of age, sex and body mass index.The investigators […]

Alcohol Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Gastrointestinal Diseases and Mortality

New Research Reveals How Alcohol Affects Digestive Health According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), alcohol use is responsible for more than 200 diseases, with over 50% of all alcohol-caused deaths being attributed to gastrointestinal diseases. The most frequent alcohol-attributable causes of death include liver cirrhosis (50%), pancreatitis (25%), and esophageal cancer (22%). […]

Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Significantly Increase Oral Cancer Risk in Women, Study Reveals

New Research Highlights Concerning Link Between Sugary Drink Consumption and Oral Cavity Cancer A comprehensive study published March 13, 2025, in JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery has revealed a striking connection between sugar-sweetened beverage consumption and oral cancer risk in women. Researchers analyzed data from 162,602 women participating in the Nurses’ Health Study and Nurses’ […]

Welcome to Dr. Masha Pelts’ Dental Blog

Hello and welcome to our new blog! We’re thrilled to create this space where we can share insights, expertise, and updates from our intimate Central Park South practice. A Different Kind of Dental Experience At the heart of Manhattan, overlooking the breathtaking expanse of Central Park, our practice was founded on a simple yet profound […]