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Can blueberries protect heart health?

According to a new study, consuming 1 cup of blueberries each day might improve the...

Fat in soil bacteria may protect against stress

A recent discovery could help to explain further why living with dirt can benefit human...

Are allergies linked to anxiety and depression?

Researchers from Germany and Switzerland have recently investigated the possible associations between conditions relating to...

Veganism: Why food choice can spark rage

Vegetarianism and veganism are growing in popularity. In this Spotlight, we ask why these dietary...

Using EEG data to diagnose Parkinson's disease

Currently, diagnosis of Parkinson's disease relies on a neurologist's professional opinion. Researchers behind a new...

How does exercise support health later in life?

New research shows that older adults who exercise regularly can perform everyday tasks more easily...

Weighing yourself every day could prevent weight gain

New research tests a novel strategy for preventing holiday weight gain and proposes a psychological...

How do we recall the past? New mechanism revealed

Following their study in rats, scientists have broken new ground in memory research. The finding...

'Mediterranean diet may protect against depression symptoms'

Evidence indicates that following a Mediterranean-style diet, rich in fruit, vegetables, nuts, and cereals, can...

A compound in broccoli and kale helps suppress tumor growth

The body has its own mechanisms for fighting cancer, but sometimes they are too weak...

Scientists find possible causes for chronic kidney disease 'epidemic'

New research suggests that a combination of high heat, toxins, and infections may be responsible...

How whole-grain rye consumption can improve gut health

Researchers know that whole grains are good for health, but the mechanisms at play remain...

Can this food additive turn our gut bacteria against us?

Titanium dioxide nanoparticles make up a common additive — E171 — used as a coloring...

Why might smoking and drinking alcohol raise the risk of osteoporosis?

Recent research has uncovered a cell mechanism that could help explain why smoking, alcohol, and...

How Pokémon characters can help us understand the brain

Researchers from Stanford University in California have found that extensive exposure to video games, such...

Exploring spider venom's dual attack

Spider venom research has so far focused on a relatively narrow area. Now, a group...