A successful root canal may provide benefits that extend beyond saving a tooth. New research suggests that treating certain dental infections could help lower inflammation associated with heart disease while also improving blood sugar and…
Category: 5. Health
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Millions of kids take melatonin but doctors are raising red flags
Melatonin has quickly become one of the most widely used sleep aids for children around the world. Its popularity is largely driven by the belief that it is a natural and easily accessible solution for insomnia. However, new research suggests…
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Paris Hilton Discusses Her ADHD And New Campaign
Paris Hilton was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in her 20s and is trying to raise awareness and understanding of ADHD via Embrace Your Sparkle.
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Should You Take A Statin In Your 30s? A Doctor Explains The New Guidelines
New guidelines recommend that adults in their 30s consider cholesterol-lowering statins — and that every adult get screened for a hidden cholesterol risk factor.
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Scientists tested vitamin D for COVID and found an unexpected long COVID clue
Findings from a large study led by Mass General Brigham suggest scientists should continue investigating whether vitamin D supplements could influence long COVID. The research showed that taking high doses of vitamin D3 did not make COVID-19…
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The financial crisis that quietly stunted a generation
Sharp increases in food prices during economic crises tend to hit certain groups the hardest. Urban residents and families with lower levels of education are often especially vulnerable. These price shocks can lead to long term health problems,…
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Fathers’ tobacco use linked to metabolic changes in their children
New research published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society suggests that a father’s nicotine exposure could influence how his offspring process sugar. In a mouse study, scientists found that paternal nicotine intake led to metabolic changes…
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Scientists discover ALS protein that links DNA repair to cancer and dementia
Researchers at Houston Methodist have discovered that a protein tied to neurodegenerative conditions such as dementia and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) also helps control a critical DNA repair process. This repair system, known as DNA…
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Hidden deep-sea proteins could supercharge disease tests
Researchers have identified previously unknown DNA-binding proteins in some of the most extreme places on Earth and demonstrated that they can enhance rapid medical tests used to detect infectious diseases.
The international team was led by…
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How often do people really fart? Scientists built smart underwear to find out
Researchers at the University of Maryland have developed Smart Underwear, the first wearable device designed specifically to measure human flatulence. The small sensor tracks hydrogen in flatus, allowing scientists to reexamine long held…
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