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...
People who eat a vegetarian diet rich in nuts, vegetables and soy may have a lower risk of stroke than...
Omega-3 fats do not protect against cancer - according to new research from the University of East Anglia. Increased consumption...
New research uses an innovative technique to convert human stem cells into insulin-producing beta cells much more effectively. The insulin-producing...
Over the past few years, a number of publications have emerged from scientists and researchers all over the world regarding...
What children choose to read outside school directly influences their academic performance, according to a major new study led by...
If you want to reduce levels of inflammation throughout your body, delay the onset of age-related diseases, and live longer--eat...
A team of researchers have discovered a genetic mutation that reduces a patient's ability to exercise efficiently. In a study...
N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is a naturally occurring molecule that replenishes antioxidants and shows improved brain metabolism and self-reported improvements in cognitive...
New research has found that a 30-minute introduction to mindfulness can significantly reduce negative emotions and ease physical pain —...
An old study from 2013 about caloric restriction, emphasizing how it extends life span and prevents as well as helps to...
Coronaviruses are types of viruses that typically affect the respiratory tract of mammals, including humans. They are associated with the...
Previous studies have revealed the influence of unhealthy food environments on the population's eating behaviour. Yet the socioeconomic differences in...
According to the authors of a new study, monitoring changes in memory and walking speed over time may help identify...
