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Sweetener 'Stevia' does not alter gut microbiota composition, confirms new study
The impact of 12 weeks of regular consumption of stevia, non-nutritive sweeteners (NNSs), on the human gut microbiota.
Innovative COVID-19 test prototype uses bioluminescence for speedier results
Researchers used a luciferase-independent luminescence test to investigate whether the wild-type SARS-CoV-2 spike protein possesses pseudo-luciferase activity for Cypridina luciferin.
‘A complete waste of a wonderful mind and body’: Qualitative study of parents’ challenges with their adolescents’ screen use
Understanding parental perceptions on the management of adolescent screen use.
The Mediterranean Diet may be able to improve your sleep
Researchers review the associations between following a Mediterranean diet and sleep quality.
How does geography and climate impact wine quality and its health benefits?
Researchers review the health benefits and quality of wines and their phenolic derivatives.
Scientists discover a possible therapeutic target for pulmonary hypertension
A team led by Dr. Guadalupe Sabio at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) in Madrid has discovered a possible therapeutic target for pulmonary hypertension.
Deep brain stimulation may improve quality of life in Parkinsons disease
Researchers compare the impact of medication alone or deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nuclei in quality of life in Parkinson's patients.
Study shows lasting benefits of weight loss and diabetes remission for the heart and kidneys
Researchers in the School of Population Health at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences have provided new evidence of the health benefits of weight loss efforts that lead to diabetes remission for type 2 diabetes patients.
Air pollution affects the heart at surprisingly low levels, but diet may offer protection
Exposure to air pollutants, even at very low concentrations, was associated with adverse changes in cardiometabolic risk factors in a recent Finnish study
Scientists discover key brain cells affected by COVID-19
A recent Cell Stem Cell study investigated whether SARS-CoV-2 infection leads to dopaminergic neuron senescence.
Study reveals surprising power of CD4+ T cells against melanoma
In the study led by the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity (Doherty Institute) and published in Science Immunology, the researchers found that CD4+ T cells, traditionally called ‘helper T cells’ for their role in aiding the activation of other immune cells, are remarkably effective in controlling melanoma.
How does social adversity influence biomarkers of stress and inflammation in children?
A recent study assessed whether social adversity affected the biomarkers of inflammation and stress in children.
Are nicotine patches and e-cigarettes during pregnancy associated with negative outcomes?
Researchers examined the safety of e-cigarettes and nicotine-containing patches during pregnancy.
Study: Daily multivitamins hold promise for combating cognitive decline
By 2060, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, nearly one in four Americans will be in an age bracket at elevated risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease unless interventions can help preserve cognitive function before deficits begin.