All articles tagged with #meta analysis
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Pokémon GO Hub
The article provides an in-depth PvP analysis of Empoleon for Pokémon GO's Community Day Classic, highlighting its unique Water/Steel typing, move set, and performance in various leagues, emphasizing its improved viability and strategic advantages in the current meta.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Nature
A comprehensive meta-analysis of 168 studies involving over 11 million people found no reliable link between economic inequality and well-being or mental health, suggesting that large income gaps do not necessarily impact these outcomes and informing policy considerations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Neuroscience News
A meta-analysis found that individuals with anxiety disorders have about 8% lower levels of choline in their brains, especially in the prefrontal cortex, suggesting a potential link between choline deficiency and anxiety, though more research is needed to determine if increasing choline intake can help reduce symptoms.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CIDRAP
A comprehensive meta-analysis of 511 studies from 2023-24 confirms that COVID-19, RSV, and flu vaccines provide significant protection against severe disease and hospitalization, reaffirming their safety and effectiveness amid ongoing vaccine guidance efforts.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ScienceAlert
A large meta-analysis suggests that lowering cholesterol levels through medications like statins may also reduce the risk of developing dementia, with genetic evidence indicating a potential link between cholesterol management and cognitive health. The study advocates for clinical trials to further explore this connection.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by News-Medical
A systematic review and meta-analysis found that while yogurt consumption shows a positive trend towards improving bone health markers, current evidence is insufficient to confirm significant benefits in fracture prevention or bone density improvements in adults, highlighting the need for high-quality randomized controlled trials with well-characterized yogurt products.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Pokémon GO Hub
The article provides a speculative meta analysis of new Mega Evolutions in Pokémon GO from Legends Z-A, assessing their potential impact based on their stats and movesets, and highlighting some Megas like Mega Greninja, Mega Delphox, and Mega Zygarde as particularly promising, while others are less competitive.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by PsyPost
A meta-analysis found that individuals with higher psychopathic traits are more open to casual sex without emotional intimacy, with this association being relatively strong and consistent across genders, but varying depending on the psychopathy assessment method.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by PsyPost
A meta-analysis found that individuals with insecure affective attachment are more likely to experience social anxiety, highlighting the importance of attachment patterns in mental health.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Medscape
Recent clinical trials and meta-analyses suggest that routine use of beta-blockers after myocardial infarction may not provide significant benefits in modern treatment settings, prompting a reconsideration of current practice guidelines.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by ScienceAlert
A meta-analysis of 30 trials suggests that high-intensity yoga practiced for less than 30 minutes twice a week may significantly improve sleep quality, outperforming other forms of exercise like walking and resistance training, though results vary and more research is needed.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Medical Xpress
A systematic review of 33 clinical trials suggests that laughter therapy significantly reduces anxiety and enhances life satisfaction in adults, with large effect sizes observed, especially in laughter yoga and social interaction-based therapies, indicating potential as a therapeutic tool.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Slate
A detailed review of a recent meta-analysis suggests that the evidence linking processed meat to health risks like diabetes, cancer, and heart disease is weak and inconsistent, partly due to the broad definition of processed meats and challenges in dietary research. While high consumption of processed meat is generally associated with poorer health, the study does not definitively prove causation, and individual processed meats vary significantly in their health impact. Moderation is advised, but occasional consumption of processed meats like salami may not be harmful.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by AOL.com
A meta-analysis from the University of Washington suggests that even small amounts of processed foods like meats, sugary drinks, and trans fats increase the risk of diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colorectal cancer, leading to recommendations to limit or avoid these foods, though some experts note the evidence quality is weak and more research is needed.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Phys.org
A comprehensive review of over a century of research shows that left-handed people are not inherently more creative than right-handed people, and in fact, are underrepresented in highly creative professions, debunking the myth that lefties are more creative.