A study of adolescents and young adults has found that smoking and/or vaping is linked to an increased likelihood of eye problems Credit: PixaobayA recent study has established a connection between cigarette and e-cigarette use in adolescents and young adults, and the frequency and seriousness of eye-related issues reported by this group. The researchers...
Researchers have found that the health of the gut microbiome during infancy is key to whether children develop common allergiesDepositphotosA recent study discovered a common factor among four major childhood allergies: an early-life imbalance in gut bacteria. These findings may lead to treatments aiming to restore the gut microbiome in children, potentially averting lifelong...
Credit: PixaobayThe skin, the body's largest organ, serves as the primary defense against external threats and environmental challenges. It serves essential roles such as regulating temperature and preserving moisture. Contrary to the belief that lipids contribute to skin issues like oiliness and acne, they are, in fact, indispensable for preserving the integrity of the...
Credit: PixaobayMany sources frequently assert that when aiming to shed pounds, a daily practice should involve consuming a substantial amount of water. Some online guidance even proposes consuming up to a gallon (approximately 4.5 liters) daily. The assertion is that water aids in calorie burning and appetite suppression, subsequently promoting weight loss.However, despite our...
Credit: PixaobayThe concentration of caffeine in your bloodstream may influence the quantity of body fat you possess, and this, in turn, might play a role in determining your susceptibility to developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular conditions.These are the conclusions drawn from a recent study that employed genetic markers to establish a more conclusive...
Credit: PixaobayYears of dedicated research have finally yielded a powerful synthetic molecule that rapidly neutralized 285 bacterial strains during testing, positioning it as a crucial asset in our battle against an impending crisis of superbug infections.While it's not the initial modern advancement in synthetic antibiotics, a significant amount of research is now intensely concentrated...
n a new study, scientists have successfully transplanted genetically-modified pig kidneys into a human patient and shown that kidney function is maintained for at least a week. Credit: PixaobayResearchers have proven that human recipients of genetically modified pig kidneys experience viable function for at least seven days post-transplantation, showing no indications of rejection. This...
Credit: PixaobayResearchers have presented fresh insights into the mechanism by which diabetes affects the healing of eye wounds. For the first time, they have identified two related disease-associated changes to the cornea.Investigators at Cedars-Sinai have gained fresh insights into how diabetes hampers wound healing in the eye. For the first time, they have identified...
Credit: PixaobayResearchers examined information from over 150,000 adults in 29 countries spanning the period from 2001 to 2022. The findings revealed a significant occurrence of mental health disorders, indicating that 50 percent of the population would experience at least one disorder by the time they reach the age of 75.A global research collaboration, led...
Credit: PixaobayDuring the 9th biennial Berry Health Benefits Symposium (BHBS) in Tampa, FL, the latest research on strawberries was presented, shedding light on their potential benefits for heart health. These findings contribute to the growing body of scientific evidence supporting the concept of "food as medicine" and the positive impact of strawberry consumption on...
