The Mediterranean diet has long been associated with numerous health benefits, including lower rates of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and dementia. However, despite the strong evidence supporting these benefits, it remains unclear how this particular mix of foods can lead to a longer lifespan. Researchers from Stanford University in the US have recently discovered cellular
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Our eyes are constantly exposed to light, with every color, flash, and sunray taking a toll on the light-sensitive tissue at the back of our eyes. This produces toxic materials that can damage the cells that enable us to see. However, the pigment that darkens our hair, skin, and eyes, known as melanin, can act
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder affecting millions of people globally. One of the major symptoms of OSA is excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), which can lead to difficulty in completing daily tasks and even pose a threat to safety while driving or operating machinery. While positive airway pressure (PAP) masks are commonly
The pharmaceutical industry is facing a new challenge in the form of drug-resistant superbugs. As a result, researchers have been turning to old antibiotics in the search for new solutions. One such antibiotic is streptothricin, which was discovered during the ‘golden age’ of antibiotics in the 1940s. Although it was found to have potential in
Researchers are constantly working towards finding a cure for Parkinson’s disease. However, it is also essential to find better ways to detect it early on and slow down its development. A new AI tool called CRANK-MS (Classification and Ranking Analysis using Neural network generates Knowledge from Mass Spectrometry) has been developed to detect underlying signs
The death cap mushroom, responsible for over 90 percent of mushroom-related fatalities around the world, has puzzled scientists for years. But researchers at Sun Yat-sen University in China may have discovered a substance that could serve as an antidote for Amanita phalloides poisoning. The Deadly Death Cap Mushroom Death cap mushrooms are often mistaken for
On May 11, 2023, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially lifted restrictions on blood donation by gay and bisexual men. The ban was put in place in 1983 during the early days of the AIDS epidemic to ensure the safety of the blood supply. However, over the years, medical professionals and gay rights
New York City’s clinic has confirmed two severe cases of ringworm that have shown resistance to antifungal treatment. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published a case study regarding the two cases, which were reported in different years and different countries. The cases raise concerns about a possible hidden outbreak of drug-resistant dermatitis. Details
Patient M was a man who had a unique perspective on the world. People and objects appeared to be coming from the opposite side to where they actually were, something that extended to his hearing and sense of touch too. He could read letters and numbers printed both normally and back-to-front, without his brain being
Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating condition that currently has no cure. However, recent research has identified that our diet may play a significant role in increasing or decreasing our risk of developing the disease. A review of 38 studies conducted over the last five years concluded that the Western diet pattern is a risk factor
Semaglutide, a popular drug used to treat type 2 diabetes, has been found to have a new potential benefit. While it was originally designed to help diabetic patients regulate their blood sugar levels, a small study has discovered that it could help restore the function of immune cells that target cancer, regardless of whether people
An EPA-certified laboratory has discovered that 18 popular brands of contact lenses contain traces of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyls), also known as ‘forever chemicals.’ The organic fluorine, a marker for PFAS, ranged from 105 parts per million (ppm) to 20,700 ppm. Although it is unknown whether PFAS in contact lenses is dangerous to consumer health,
Eli Lilly, a US pharmaceutical company, has announced encouraging clinical trial results for its new Alzheimer’s medication, donanemab. The experimental drug has demonstrated in a late-stage trial that it can slow cognitive decline by 35%, by targeting amyloid plaques in the brain, a common hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. Beta-amyloid, a protein that plays an important
A recent study conducted by neuroscientist Frank Scheer, from Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, suggests that eating earlier in the day can positively impact our biological weight regulation in three significant ways. The three ways are through the number of calories burned, our hunger levels, and the way our bodies store fat. The research
A recent study has found that menthol can improve cognitive abilities in mice with Alzheimer’s disease. The study discovered that the chemical compound can help stop some of the damage done to the brain that is usually linked with the disease. Researchers have observed that menthol can reduce the interleukin-1-beta (IL-1β) protein, which regulates the