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...
A common cold virus may help fight COVID-19
For decades, scientists have been hunting for a cure for the common cold, with little success.
However, recent research...
Mindfulness during a pandemic: Can it help?
Mindfulness is a mental practice in which a person directs their attention to the present moment, having a nonjudgmental awareness of their...
Dementia: 25 grams of processed meat per day may raise relative risk
People with dementia have difficulties with their memory, attention, thinking, and reasoning that interfere with everyday activities. These cognitive difficulties are not part of the...
How COVID-19 vaccine reduces risk of postoperative death
Researchers recommend patients should receive jab before surgery, urge governments to prioritise surgical patients for coronavirus immunisation
British and...
How to treat anxiety naturally
Many people have chronic stress and anxiety. They face symptoms such as nervousness, agitation, tension, a racing heart, and chest pain.
Leprosy drug may help fight COVID-19
SARS-CoV-2, which is the virus that causes COVID-19, is not the only zoonotic coronavirus. In fact, it is the third to have...