Key pathway in Parkinson’s may help treatments for cancer, diabetes
Scientists have offered a detailed view of the biochemical pathway surrounding Parkin — a protein that plays a key role in maintaining...
Weight loss may reduce our vulnerability to food marketing
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the prevalence of obesity among adults in the United States increased from 30.5%...
Cocoa may protect males’ hearts from the effects of mental stress
Stressful events — such as sitting an exam, giving a presentation, or attending a job interview — temporarily increase heart rate and...
Short-term increase in fiber alters gut microbiome
Researchers have found that a 2-week increase in fiber intake can significantly alter a person’s gut microbiome, including increasing species of bacteria...
Beetroot juice may boost health via changes in oral bacteria
Previous research has shown the community of bacteria and other microorganisms that lives in our gut, known as the gut microbiota, to affect...
Medical Myths: All about Parkinson’s disease
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. With this in mind, this week’s edition of Medical Myths tackles the many misunderstandings that surround Parkinson’s...
Can a common food preservative harm the immune system?
Various common chemicals may harm the immune system, causing it to malfunction. This is known as immunotoxicity. These harmful effects may be temporary...
COVID-19: High vitamin D levels may protect Black people
Vitamin D plays a wide range of roles in the body, including regulating calcium levels, maintaining healthy bones and teeth, and supporting the...
Obesity and depression: Investigating the link
By 2030, experts predict that nearly half of all adults in the United States will have obesity.
There are well-known links...
Endometriosis experiences: The long, painful road to diagnosis
According to existing data, at least one in every 10 women live with endometriosis. Although this condition can have a serious impact...