The authors, the wellness industry, and the journal publisher BMJ Group have been set back after they retracted a widely publicized study that helped fuel the rise of the apple cider vinegar (ACV) trend. Researchers found that the study, which suggested that consuming one to two teaspoons of ACV daily could lead to significant weight […]
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There is limited scientific evidence backing the U.S. government’s recent decisions to issue warnings about the use of a common painkiller during pregnancy and to expedite approval of an experimental drug for autism. On Monday, the U.S. government revealed two autism-related measures. First, it plans to update warning labels on the widely used painkiller paracetamol
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During sleep, the body releases ‘growth hormone‘ to repair and strengthen muscles and bones — though the exact mechanisms behind this process have long been unclear. Now, through detailed analysis of brain circuits in mice, a research team led by scientists at the University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) has uncovered specific mechanisms and feedback
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Although medications like Ozempic have shown strong results in helping people shed pounds, many patients regain the weight once they stop treatment. A new drug, however, takes a different approach, aiming to deliver longer-lasting results by altering the body’s metabolism. Drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Trulicity belong to a class called GLP-1 receptor agonists.
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A 25-year UFRJ study developed polylaminin, a placenta-derived drug that shows promise in regenerating spinal cords. The research, led by Professor Tatiana Coelho de Sampaio, head of the Extracellular Matrix Biology Laboratory at UFRJ’s Institute of Biomedical Sciences, showed that some patients regained partial or full movement after treatment. Polylaminin works by rejuvenating mature neurons
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A new Stanford University study suggests that the “biological clock” also applies to men. Researchers found that advanced paternal age is linked to higher risks such as premature birth and low birth weight. Babies with fathers aged 45 or older faced a 14% greater chance of being born prematurely and an 18% higher risk of
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A clinical trial with over 1,000 participants has revealed that a small daily dose of aspirin can reduce the likelihood of colorectal tumors returning after surgery by more than half. This accessible and affordable medication could significantly improve outcomes for cancer survivors carrying certain genetic mutations. Large-scale genetic screening Scientists from the Karolinska Institutet and
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A daily cocoa extract supplement high in flavanols seems to decrease age-related inflammation, according to the latest results from the largest study of its kind so far. These findings provide biological backing to previous research suggesting that cocoa flavanols might protect the heart and offer insight into how these plant compounds may slow aging by
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Your morning coffee may do more than just wake you up—it might also weaken donated blood. A recent large study reveals that caffeine reduces the quality of red blood cells, which can make transfusions less effective, particularly for patients who rely on them the most. Worldwide, around one billion people—about 12.6% of the global population—drink
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Pancreatic and colorectal cancers are notoriously difficult to treat and often return after initial therapy. However, a new ready-to-use vaccine, ELI-002 2P, is offering renewed hope after showing encouraging results in a recent clinical trial. Innovative Vaccine Targets KRAS Mutations with Precision Delivery System Created by scientists from various U.S. institutions, the vaccine targets mutations
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