Credit: DepositphotosAlthough genetics play a significant role in the development of type 2 diabetes, genes don't determine everything in life.Lifestyle Changes Can Defy Genetic PredispositionA new study suggests, for the first time, that even those who are genetically predisposed to diabetes can prevent the disease with the right lifestyle choices.A three-year intervention in Finland...
Falcon 9 that will carry Polaris Dawn into orbitSpaceXSpaceX's Polaris Dawn, the first private space mission featuring a spacewalk, is set to launch on Tuesday, August 27, at 3:38 am EDT from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Here’s how you can watch it.Polaris Dawn is a multi-day orbital mission...
Credit: PixabayA recent study has uncovered a surprising potential treatment for depression: vinegar. Researchers from Arizona State University have found that daily consumption of vinegar could significantly improve symptoms of depression, hinting at its potential as "a simple and natural treatment option."The Study and Its FindingsThe study divided 28 overweight but otherwise healthy adults...
Scientists have identified where the gluten response begins in celiac disease, potentially opening new treatment optionsDepositphotosScientists have made a significant discovery that could pave the way for new treatment options for celiac patients. The team pinpointed where the gluten response starts and found that certain cells play a bigger role than previously believed.Understanding the...
Credit: NASAWhat began as a weeklong mission for U.S. astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore has stretched into a months-long stay on the International Space Station (ISS). Their eight-day mission, which started on June 5, has already lasted over two months and may continue even longer.Delayed Return Due to Spacecraft IssuesWilliams and Wilmore launched...
Turmeric is one of the botanical supplements being flagged as a risk to liver healthCredit: PixabayRising Risks: Botanical Supplements and Liver HealthOver 15 million Americans might be jeopardizing their liver health while attempting to improve their overall wellness. Recent research has highlighted the potential harm from widely used botanical supplements, including turmeric, green tea,...
Credit: RMS TitanicThe first expedition to the Titanic since last year's Titan submersible disaster, which resulted in the loss of five lives, is currently underway. The mission aims to conduct the most detailed imaging survey yet of the historic wreck to study the impact of the sea environment on the ship.When the RMS Titanic...
Credit: PixabayPeople living with diabetes may find renewed hope with a recent scientific breakthrough. Researchers have tested a novel drug therapy in diabetic mice and observed a remarkable 700% increase in insulin-producing cells over three months, effectively reversing the diseaseBreakthrough in Insulin-Producing Cell RegenerationIn diabetes, the body's destruction or damage to beta cells in...
Credit: PixabayRecent research from Monash University underscores the profound impact of early antibiotic exposure on long-term asthma risk.Antibiotics, commonly used to treat infections in early childhood, have been found to disrupt the delicate balance of gut microbiota, potentially heightening susceptibility to asthma later in life. This study has identified a promising avenue: a...
Electrodes in multiple brain regions monitor real-time brain activity. Colored dots on the images indicate electrode locations across all patients, color-coded by brain region, with red dots highlighting electrodes in the DMN. Credit: Brain (2024). DOI: 10.1093/brain/awae199Have you ever experienced a sudden breakthrough on a tough problem while thinking about something entirely different? This kind of...
