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Scientists have linked a missing gut microbe to ulcerative colitis, opening the door to a possible new treatment. Ulcerative colitis...
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The blood-brain barrier is a layer of cells that covers the blood vessels in the brain and regulates the entry...
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When you ingest a drug--whether over-the-counter Tylenol or medication prescribed by a doctor--your liver is your body's first responder. And...
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People who eat a vegetarian diet rich in nuts, vegetables and soy may have a lower risk of stroke than...
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New research uses an innovative technique to convert human stem cells into insulin-producing beta cells much more effectively. The insulin-producing...
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What children choose to read outside school directly influences their academic performance, according to a major new study led by...
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If you want to reduce levels of inflammation throughout your body, delay the onset of age-related diseases, and live longer--eat...
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An old study from 2013 about caloric restriction, emphasizing how it extends life span and prevents as well as helps to...
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Coronaviruses are types of viruses that typically affect the respiratory tract of mammals, including humans. They are associated with the...
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Is dairy good or bad for health? Is cholesterol evil? Does red meat kill or cure? Is the ketogenic diet...
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New research suggests that menopause is likely to raise the risk of cardiovascular disease — in part because the pace...
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Can a vegetarian diet help stave off urinary tract infections (UTIs)? Studying Taiwanese buddhists has revealed a link between plant-based...
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Throughout the evolution of life on Earth, much has changed. One notable constant, however, is the light from our sun....
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Mental health experts are warning of the potential deleterious psychological effects of the Chinese government's response to the rapidly evolving...
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Researchers at the University of Sydney have used human stem cells to make pain-killing neurons that provide lasting relief in...
