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08/13/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Curcumin improves symptoms of NAFLD and obesity
Consuming large amounts of curcumin — the bioactive compound present in the spice turmeric — may help improve obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in patients with both. An Iranian study found that taking curcumin supplements decreases factors that contribute to the two health conditions. The researchers compared the effects of a curcumin supplement with those […]
08/13/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Can your inbuilt “compass” respond to changes in Earth’s magnetic field?
A team of Japanese and American researchers reported that some humans share the natural ability of animals to detect magnetic fields. Thanks to their internal compass that senses the north magnetic pole, these individuals may have a superior sense of direction compared with other people. Homing pigeons, turtles, and warthogs are just some examples of […]
08/12/2019
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By Edsel Cook
If great white sharks can’t escape heavy metals poisoning, where does that leave the rest of us?
The great white sharks in South African waters have been found to contain high levels of arsenic, lead, and mercury in their blood. While the sharks might shrug off the deadly effects of the heavy metals, the presence of the toxins suggest that their prey were badly contaminated – and humans also rely on some of […]
08/10/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Drink green tea to improve gut health and fight obesity
Want to slim down? Drink lots of green tea. A recent animal study showed that the beverage can improve the composition of gut bacteria in mice, which helps prevent obesity and related health issues. Obesity is a pressing health concern in the United States and around the world. Obese people are more likely to develop diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and […]
08/10/2019
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By Edsel Cook
After “the dress,” it’s the “cup” – 3D printed goblet can change color with different lighting conditions
Dutch researchers modernized an ancient technique for making materials that altered their color according to the lighting condition. They modified the method for use in 3D printing devices and applied nanotechnology to achieve the color-changing effects. The research team infused the printing ink mixture with tiny particles of gold. Trial runs printed a plastic goblet […]
08/08/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Experts believe that Mars once had a thick hydrogen atmosphere that could sustain “key ingredients of life”
Millions of years ago, asteroids slammed into Mars, possibly delivering loads of the ingredients required for starting organic life on a planet. During the time of the cosmic event, the Red Planet may have possessed plenty of atmospheric hydrogen, which would have helped spur the development of simple organisms. Assuming Mars did have a hydrogen […]
08/07/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Could a medicinal herb native to California treat Alzheimer’s?
The medicinal herb called yerba santa (Eriodictyon californicum) contains a compound that may be able to reduce harmful swelling in the brain. Researchers said the plant-based chemical shows promise as a potential natural treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Native to California, yerba santa means “holy herb” in Spanish. Yerba santa is traditionally used as a natural remedy for headaches, fevers, and other […]
08/06/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Supplementing with B vitamins can reduce risk of Alzheimer’s
Taking large amounts of B vitamins might benefit patients with Alzheimer’s disease. An Oxford study showed that supplementation slowed down the progression of the neurodegenerative disease and improved cognitive function. The clinical trial involved 156 older people with mild cognitive impairment. The participants were at considerable risk of developing Alzheimer’s and dementia. Oxford University researchers randomly divided […]
08/06/2019
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By Edsel Cook
It turns out, viruses “mingle” with each other to escape the immune system
Spanish researchers found that viruses can slip through the natural defenses of the body with the help of other pathogens. The altruistic behavior of these disease-bearing microorganisms ensures that some of them will survive and gain resistance to immune responses. Institute of Integrated Systems Biology (I²SysBio) researcher Pilar Domingo-Calap served as the lead author. Ernesto Segredo, […]
08/06/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Can researchers study your tongue microbiome to determine if you have early-stage pancreatic cancer?
Bacteria can be found in and on every part of the human body, including the tongue. According to a study published in the Journal of Oral Microbiology, analyzing the state of the tongue’s microbiome can tell health experts if a person is experiencing the early stages of pancreatic cancer. The human microbiome is the population of bacteria […]
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