Credit: PixabayBacteria are developing resistance to antibiotics more quickly than new drugs can be created, so scientists are exploring the human gut—a highly competitive environment with about 100 trillion microbes—to find potential components for combating diseases.Researchers in the US examined the gut microbiomes of 1,773 individuals, analyzing 444,054 proteins that had been previously identified...
Researchers have created a stress detector that could be used at homeDepositphotosResearchers have developed a sensor using nanoparticles that can specifically detect cortisol levels, a key stress biomarker, with greater reliability than current methods. This affordable and easily replicable device moves us closer to being able to test stress levels at home.Stress is a...
“This is the first time in three years I’ve felt like myself. It feels like my brain has been woken up,” said one patient treated with the Diadem deviceUniversity of UtahA head-mounted ultrasound device has recently undergone two human trials, demonstrating its potential to alleviate pain and depression effectively.The device, named the Diadem,...
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...
Credit: PixabayThe environment in which a person lives, including their home, family, and community, influences their health.Researchers examining these social determinants of health are exploring whether genetics or upbringing has a greater impact on an individual's ability to combat disease.I am a developmental physiologist researching how alcohol consumption impacts fetal development and long-term health.While...
Even though people knew they were taking placebo pills, they still had a significant effect on mental health. Credit: PixabayA new study indicates that taking placebo pills, even when people know they have no active ingredients, can still greatly decrease stress, anxiety, and depression. These "non-deceptive placebos" could be an effective method for enhancing...
Credit: DepositphotosDespite decades of research, pinpointing the exact cause of brain damage in Alzheimer's disease has proven challenging. A team from Emory University in the US may have found a crucial piece of the puzzle.Reevaluating Amyloid Beta's Role in Alzheimer'sMuch research has investigated amyloid beta plaques in Alzheimer's, but some now view them as...
Credit: DepositphotosThe familiar "sugar high" after enjoying a sweet treat is a well-known example of how food can positively impact mood.Conversely, the experience of feeling "hangry"—where hunger leads to anger or irritability—demonstrates how our diet, or lack thereof, can also trigger negative emotions.Recent research indicates that fluctuations in blood sugar levels play a role...
Manuka honey, produced from nectar from the mānuka tree, has potent anticancer propertiesDepositphotosPreliminary studies indicate that Manuka honey can decrease breast cancer cell growth by 84% while sparing healthy cells and causing minimal side effects. This suggests potential for developing a natural, non-toxic cancer treatment, either as a supplement or a standalone therapy.Nutraceuticals—essentially a...
A concussion can cause long-term changes to brain structure and behavior. Credit: PixabayNew research reveals that even a mild concussion from years ago can have lasting impacts on brain function and behavior in otherwise healthy individuals. This study enhances our understanding of traumatic brain injury and has implications for the evolving legal framework concerning...
