The make-up of the gut microbiome may be linked to a person’s risk of developing ‘long COVID’ many months after initial infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19 infection, suggests research published online in the journal Gut. Microbiome ‘profiling’ might… Read More ›
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First of its kind study proves food intervention can be as effective as medications for lowering cholesterol
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (January 26, 2022) — High cholesterol, a major risk factor for heart disease, affects nearly 94 million Americans, and 1 in 2 adults over the age of 50. While most doctors are quick to prescribe drugs (like statins) for treatment, a… Read More ›
Beneficial presentations of Beta-Glucan
Beta glucan is a polysaccharide and an important food supplement that strengthens the immune system. Beta glucan can be obtained from many food sources such as mushrooms, yeast, or oats. Beta glucan has a therapeutic effect in the treatment of… Read More ›
CityU new structured thermal armour achieves liquid cooling above 1,000°C; solves challenge presented by Leidenfrost effect since 1756
A research team led by scientists from City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has recently designed a structured thermal armour (STA) that achieves efficient liquid cooling even over 1,000°C, fundamentally solving a 266-year-old challenge presented by the Leidenfrost effect. This… Read More ›
Compound from violets may help fight glioblastoma
(Jackson, Wyoming—January 26, 2022) – A circular peptide derived from violets could lead to new approaches in treating glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer. Researchers report that cyclotides, small circular proteins produced by violets increase the power of… Read More ›
Magnesium Essential for T-Cell Immune Function and Cancer Therapy
The level of magnesium in the blood is an important factor in the immune system’s ability to tackle pathogens and cancer cells. Researchers have reported that T cells need a sufficient quantity of magnesium in order to operate efficiently. Their… Read More ›
Active ingredient in cannabis protects aging brain cells
LA JOLLA—(January 25, 2021) Decades of research on medical cannabis has focused on the compounds THC and CBD in clinical applications. But less is known about the therapeutic properties of cannabinol (CBN). Now, a new study by Salk scientists shows… Read More ›
Risk of myocarditis after receiving mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines was increased across multiple age and sex strata and was highest after the second vaccination dose in adolescent males and young men.
Myocarditis Cases Reported After mRNA-Based COVID-19 Vaccination in the US From December 2020 to August 2021 Key Points Question What is the risk of myocarditis after mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccination in the US? Findings In this descriptive study of 1626 cases of myocarditis… Read More ›
Nutritional components may promote healthy aging
Emerging research indicates that nutritional components that target specific mechanisms associated with age-associated cellular decline (AACD) hold promise for improving the health and well-being of adults. “Cellular Nutrition and Its Influence on Age-Associated Cellular Decline,” the latest issue of The… Read More ›
BNT162b2 COVID-19 vaccine associated with increased risk of carditis
1. Despite low absolute risk, BNT162b2 COVID-19 vaccine associated with increased risk of carditis Markedly increased risk in adolescents after 2nd dose may warrant refined vaccination strategies Abstract: https://www.acpjournals.org/doi/10.7326/M21-3700 URL goes live when the embargo lifts A case-control study found that despite… Read More ›
Broccoli compound induces cell death in yeast, offers research path for cancer treatment
Broccoli may contain advantages beyond nutrition. A molecule found in broccoli, cabbage and more digests down into DIM, a compound with brighter benefits than the name implies, such as inducing cell death in breast, prostate and colon cancer. Now, researchers… Read More ›
Pusan National University scientists reveal links between sperm quality and cell phone use
Cell phones have succeeded in bringing the world closer, making life tolerable during a very trying time. But cellphones also have their downsides. They can have negative effects on health. This is because cell phones emit radiofrequency electromagnetic waves (RF-EMWs),… Read More ›
For every 1% increase in vaccination rates, mortality may be reduced by 1 person out of every 500,000 over 30 days with Omicron
A Cross-Country Analysis of the Effectiveness of COVID-19 Vaccines in Reducing Mortality Rates within the EU Abstract We use a linear mixed model in order to estimate the effect of the number of people vaccinated against COVID-19 on the overall… Read More ›
VAERS at 720512 NAC, Heparin, Qing Fei Pai Du Tang, Bismuth, Nutritional Support System,BMJ + DATA
#NAC #HEPARIN #QingFeiPaiDuTang The important role of polysaccharides from a traditional Chinese medicine-Lung Cleansing and Detoxifying Decoction against the COVID-19 pandemic https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7175912/ Effect of a Nutritional Support System to Increase Survival and Reduce Mortality in Patients with COVID-19 in Stage… Read More ›
Low-cost drug Heparin effective and safe treatment for COVID-19
Heparin, a widely available and affordable drug, has found to limit lung damage when inhaled by COVID-19 patients. The world-first findings by researchers from The Australian National University with King’s is published today in the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology. The… Read More ›
Researchers recommend clinical trials for CBD to prevent COVID-19 based on promising animal data
An interdisciplinary team of researchers from the University of Chicago has found evidence that cannabidiol (CBD), a product of the cannabis plant, can inhibit infection by SARS-CoV-2 in human cells and in mice. The study, published on January 20, 2022,… Read More ›
Vaccine used in much of the world no match for Omicron variant
For Immediate Release: January 20, 2022 Vaccine used in much of the world no match for Omicron variant New Haven, Conn. — Millions of people around the world have received two shots of Sinovac, a Chinese-manufactured inactive vaccine that… Read More ›
Black eyed peas could help eliminate need for fertilizer
Black eyed peas’ ability to attract beneficial bacteria isn’t diminished by modern farming practices, new UC Riverside research shows. Planting it in rotation with other crops could help growers avoid the need for costly, environmentally damaging fertilizers. Without enough nitrogen,… Read More ›
Social isolation among older adults linked to having fewer teeth
Older adults who are socially isolated are more likely to have missing teeth—and to lose their teeth more quickly over time—than those with more social interaction, according to a new study of Chinese older adults led by researchers at NYU… Read More ›
Mediterranean diet associated with a lower risk of mortality in older adults
A greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet which had been assessed through an index made with biomarkers during a 20-year scientific monitoring is associated with a lower mortality in adults over 65. This is one of the main conclusions of… Read More ›
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