Health

A single protein, klotho, extended the lifespan of healthy mice by 20% in a study from Molecular Therapy. In addition to longer life, these mice also moved better, thought faster, and resisted age-related breakdown in muscles, bones, and brain function. Aging brings more than wrinkles. It weakens bones, shrinks muscle, blunts cognition,…
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Podcast host Jonathan Otto challenged everything modern medicine has taught us about the human body. He shared emerging research and decades of clinical observation suggesting that the key to reversing cancer, dissolving tumours and even regrowing damaged tissue may be sitting in our bladder right now. However, it depends on the type of…
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The EU approves four new GMO crops – including, for the first time, Chinese genetically modified soy for Europe's food chain. The European Commission has officially approved the import and processing of four new genetically modified (GMO) plants for use in food and feed within the European Union. The decision was published in the…
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The fermented food revolution is one of the most genuinely exciting developments in gut health science in a generation. The products being sold in its name are, in many cases, its precise opposite. Here’s what’s actually in that bottle – and what isn’t. Let’s start with a sensory test. Open a bottle of authentic, traditionally…
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Water helps to thin the blood and deliver all the necessary nutrients to the brain. Proper hydration helps maintain overall health and can beneficially affect mood. Not enough water causes serious problems for health and brain function. Adequate hydration supports optimal brain function and helps deliver essential nutrients. Water helps…
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Watermelon has long been celebrated as a summer staple, but recent research reveals this juicy fruit is far more than a hydrating treat. Emerging studies suggest watermelon is a powerhouse of health benefits, offering cardiovascular support, antioxidant richness, and improved diet quality. As scientists uncover its potential, the humble…
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A coalition of Europe's leading heart experts issued a stark warning that is likely to reshape how doctors view the food on grocery store shelves: eating ultra-processed foods is now directly linked to a sharp rise in heart disease, strokes and premature death. The report, published in the European Heart Journal, consolidates a…
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New research suggests dancers are as in sync with their consciousnesses as they are with their steps, according to scientists at the University of Colorado, who have found that dancing partners can align their brain activity in real time as they move. The team discovered that when experienced tango dancers move in sync, their brain…
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For many people, noticing clumps of hair in the shower drain or tangled in their brush is a distressing experience. While factors like stress, genetics and hormonal modifications often take the blame, few consider that their shampoo – something used daily – might be the root cause. A growing body of research suggests that common chemicals…
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Picture yourself waking up from a vivid dream, only to discover that someone else experienced the exact same narrative down to the smallest details. This isn’t the plot of a science fiction movie. Various reported mutual dream narratives have been analysed, suggesting that shared dreaming might be more than just an urban legend.…
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