Mendelian Randomization

Unraveling the Link Between General Intelligence and Alcohol Use Disorder Risk

By MedXY 10/01/2025

This article reviews emerging evidence on how general intelligence and cognitive performance relate to the risk of alcohol use disorder, integrating large-scale population data, genetic analyses, and the role of educational attainment across national contexts.

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Do Oily Fish Intake Increase Pancreatic Cancer Risk?

By MedXY 09/25/2025

This Mendelian randomization study reveals a surprising association between higher oily fish consumption and increased pancreatic cancer risk, highlighting new directions for dietary guidance and pancreatic disease prevention.

Family Medicine & Nutrition Neurology Specialties

Exploring the Gut Microbiota-Insomnia Connection: Evidence and Controversies

By MedXY 08/18/2025

A recent Mendelian randomization study suggests bidirectional causal links between specific gut bacteria and insomnia, highlighting potential microbiome-based interventions, though causality remains debated among experts.