A novel treatment prevents and repairs hearing loss caused by noise exposureDepositphotosResearchers have developed a novel oral treatment to prevent and repair noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) by combining magnetic properties from traditional Chinese medicine with contemporary insights into the gut microbiome.NIHL can result from exposure to sudden, intense sounds like gunshots or continuous...
Honeybees’ olfactory systems are so sensitive that scientists may one day be able to use the insects to detect the odors of cancer. Credit: PixabayHoneybees can identify the faint scents of lung cancer in laboratory settings, including the slight aroma detectable in a patient's breath.Leveraging the bees' remarkable sense of smell, scientists connected living...
Credit: PixabaySelect comfort foods wisely. While stress-eating might provide temporary relief, a recent study indicates that some high-fat foods can exacerbate anxiety over time.The study found that a high-fat diet, particularly one rich in saturated fats from animal sources, disrupted the gut microbiome of lab rats and altered their behavior. These rats exhibited increased...
New findings about the danger of late-night screen time. Credit: DepositphotosIn a large study involving 85,000 participants, Flinders University researchers discovered that exposure to light at night increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, regardless of daytime activities."Exposure to light at night can disrupt circadian rhythms, altering insulin secretion and glucose metabolism,"...
Credit: VecteezyA clinical trial revealed that a slow-release, twice-weekly ketamine tablet significantly reduced depression symptoms. "Unlike current ketamine treatments requiring medical supervision, this tablet can be taken at home." Over the past 20 years, research has primarily focused on injectable and nasal spray ketamine, which necessitates medical monitoring for two hours post-administration. This new...
Credit: PixabayIncorporating garlic into your diet—whether fresh, sprinkled, or infused in oil—can help manage blood sugar and cholesterol levels.A meta-analysis of 22 studies with 29 randomized, controlled trials by researchers from Southeast University and Xizang Minzu University in China has confirmed that garlic consumption is associated with reduced glucose and certain fat molecules.Glucose...
Credity: PixabaySpending years seated in an office chair or on a couch can lead to serious long-term health risks, but enjoying a regular cup of coffee may help counteract these negative effects.Daily coffee drinkers in a study of over 10,000 U.S. participants may be shielded from the negative impacts of sitting for six or...
Credit: DepositphotosA high-end ergonomic chair or frequent physio sessions with special equipment may not be the ultimate answer to non-specific lower back pain.An Australian randomized controlled trial has discovered a highly effective method to alleviate unexplained lower back pain that requires no special equipment and is freely accessible anytime, anywhere.Walking daily not only boosts...
A UK-based study involved volunteers allowing scientists to deliberately infect them with SARS-CoV-2, aiming to understand why some individuals naturally avoid contracting COVID-19. This pioneering research could lead to improved vaccines and treatments.Previous studies have examined COVID-19's effects on patients, but none have tracked the disease from the initial entry of the virus to...
Credit: DepositphotosClimate change presents one of humanity's most pressing public health challenges. Global warming, a central aspect of this crisis, is linked to deteriorating health, especially impacting vulnerable populations like pregnant women and children.Scientists have previously demonstrated that heat exposure increases the risk of preterm birth and stillbirth. New research continues to reveal concerning...
