Pomegranate's power: Studies show promise in cardiovascular and diabetic health
In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers reviewed existing data on the bio-modulatory effects of pomegranate (Punica granatum l., PG) polyphenols on metabolic disorders. Study: The Modulatory Bioeffects of Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) Polyphenols on Metabolic Disorders: Understanding Their…
Read MoreObesity linked to prostate cancer risk: New study uncovers inherited dangers from fathers
In a recent review published in the journal Nutrients, researchers investigated available literature on the impacts of obesity and overweight on prostate cancer. Additionally, they discuss whether a father's offspring can inherit the condition. Their review of over 280 publications…
Read MoreStudy demonstrates prolonged persistence of enteroviruses on commonly encountered surfaces
Reviewed Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a contagious disease that mainly affects young children in the Asia-Pacific region. The viral transmission can occur through direct contact with nose and throat secretions, surfaces, fomites and the environment. Moreover, children's…
Read MoreAdding three servings of POPCORN to daily diet reduces dementia risk
Adding a bag of POPCORN to your daily diet may reduce risk of dementia Researchers in Chicago tracked 3,300 adults for six years for the study Found those who ate more whole grains, like popcorn, had lower risk READ MORE: …
Read MoreRetired nurses return to boost flagging UK health sector
Briton Debs Helps retired earlier this year and could have been enjoying a well-deserved rest after a busy nursing career. But like thousands of other retirees from the UK’s state-run National Health Service (NHS), she has put on her uniform…
Read MoreAntibiotics that target mitochondria may promote longevity
Reviewed A new research paper was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 21, entitled, "Antibiotics that target mitochondria extend lifespan in C. elegans." Aging is a continuous…
Read MoreJennifer Lopez Reveals Her Secret to Having Glowing Skin by Launching a Skincare Line!
Everyone wants to preserve our skin’s natural and youthful glow. We want to protect our skin from toxicity like the sun’s harmful rays, dust, and dirt. That’s why as much as possible, we only get advice from prominent figures like…
Read MoreResearchers pinpoint brain area where people who are blind recognize faces identified by sound
Using a specialized device that translates images into sound, Georgetown University Medical Center neuroscientists and colleagues showed that people who are blind recognized basic faces using the part of the brain known as the fusiform face area, a region that…
Read MoreResearch suggests a social media detox may not be as good for you as you think
Whether you’re an influencer, an occasional poster, or just a lurker, you likely spend more time than you’d like on social media. Globally, working-age people with internet access now spend more than 2.5 hours per day on social platforms like…
Read MoreLidocaine kills cancer cells by activating bitter taste receptor, preclinical study shows
Lidocaine—often used as a numbing agent for outpatient medical procedures—activates certain bitter taste receptors through two unique mechanisms that result in cancer cell death, according to researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Their findings,…
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