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The characteristics and functions of testosterone

We don't only find testosterone in the male body, but also in a woman's ovaries and adrenal glands. Because of this, it's one of the androgens (male sex hormones) that exist in women. The main functions of testosterone are testicular and brain differentiation, as well as the development of primary and secondary sexual characteristics.…
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Can beta-glucans be a weapon against infections?

Story at-a-glance: A certain type of beta-glucan known as beta-1,3/1,6-glucan may be beneficial for the innate immune system, which is the first-line defense made up of natural killer (NK) cells, macrophages and white blood cells like neutrophils. In a study conducted on mice, those injected with beta-glucan were not…
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Empathy in Everyday Life

Researchers at the University of Toronto are studying our capacity for empathy, or our ability to sense and understand someone else’s emotions, and are debunking some common misconceptions along the way. Their work, recently published in the journal Psychological Science, is potentially important since empathy is fundamental to…
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Magnetite – the crystal in our brain

Did you know that we have crystals in our brains? Scientists have discovered the presence of tiny crystallized fragments of magnetite living in our brain, including the pineal gland which is known as the third eye or the seat of the soul. Magnetite is one of the most magnetic substances on the planet and allows us to detect the…
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Mushroom powders linked to heart health benefits

Consuming portobello or shiitake powder may protect your arteries from the detrimental effects of a high fat diet, according to findings presented at Experimental Biology 2017. Mushrooms are known for their immune system boosting properties as well as treatments for anxiety and anti-cancer capabilities. For centuries, mushrooms have…
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