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Okra May Protect Brain From Obesity's Harmful Effects, New Study Finds
A new rat study shows that okra can protect against the harmful brain and metabolic effects of early-life overnutrition, suggesting potential benefits in preventing obesity-related disorders.
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Wildfire Smoke Can Harm Your Brain, Not Just Your Lungs
Wildfires are already burning in parts of Canada, and as they do, many communities are already facing the familiar thick haze as smoke drifts in.
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Here's Why Physical Movement Is Crucial For Brain Health
Exercise reduces inflammation, combats stress hormones, and promotes the release of mood-regulating chemicals. Read on as we discuss its benefits on the brain.
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5 School Students In Kerala Show Viral Meningitis Symptoms; Know Visible Signs In Infants
Viral meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It is primarily caused by viral infections.
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What Is Nipah Virus And Its Symptoms?
Nipah virus infections can lead to respiratory distress, encephalitis (brain inflammation), and even death. As there is currently no specific treatment or vaccine for this virus, early detection and preventive measures are crucial to controlling its spread.
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Mysterious Brain Disease Found in Dead Great White Sharks Along Atlantic Coast
A series of unexplained great white shark deaths along the North American Atlantic Coast has sparked scientific investigations. The first case, recorded in August 2023, revealed brain inflammation in a shark found in Prince Edward Island. Further cases showed similar patterns, with experts struggling to determine the cause. Some scientists suggest ...
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Try These Calorie Restrictive Diets To Increase Lifespan
Benefits Of Calorie Restricted Diets: By limiting excess calorie consumption, the body functions more efficiently, potentially leading to an extended lifespan.
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How The Cold Sore Virus Can Reach And Infect Your Brain
The virus affects critical brain regions tied to sleep, mood, and hormonal control, potentially linking HSV-1 to neurodegenerative diseases.
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Innovative mRNA Delivery Technique Could Correct Genetic Disorders Before Birth
A recent study from UC Davis and UC Berkeley has unveiled a groundbreaking mRNA delivery method capable of editing genes in fetal brain cells. By administering mRNA encapsulated in lipid nanoparticles, researchers successfully targeted genetic disorders such as Angelman syndrome before birth. This approach, which minimizes risks of inflammation, of...
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World Meningitis Day: How Early Detection And Vaccination Can Save Lives
This article explores how early detection, awareness of symptoms, and vaccinations can significantly reduce the mortality rate and improve the quality of life for meningitis survivors.
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Book Excerpt | How Treating Pain Can Help You Sleep
Areas in your brain which recognize pain signals also regulate sleep. Persistent pain causes lack of sleep or impacts its quality and, in turn, poor sleep prevents chronic inflammation from shutting off.
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Eat Your Way To A Happier You: How Food Affects Your Mood And Mind
Your brain is like a busy conductor, directing your thoughts, feelings, and body's activities nonstop, even while you're asleep. To keep this conductor going, it needs a steady supply of energy, and that energy mainly comes from the food you eat.
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COVID-19 Shown To Trigger Inflammation In The Brain: Study
Scientists have found that COVID-19 activates the same inflammatory response in the brain as Parkinson's disease, according to a study.
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New Study Might Lead to New Therapeutic Approach for Treating Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers have used a new CRISPR technology that enables them to control these microglia cells. This, according to the team, can lead to a new approach to the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. The team geared up to detect the genes that were responsible for specific states of the microglial activity. With this, they could switch the genes on and ...
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Gut Health: Celeb Nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary Suggests Diet Changes For Reducing Gut Inflammation
Celebrity nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary regularly addresses some key issues and frequently asked questions related to health and nutrition on her Instagram page. She recently touched upon the topic of gut health.
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Okra May Protect Brain From Obesity's Harmful Effects, New Study Finds
A new rat study shows that okra can protect against the harmful brain and metabolic effects of early-life overnutrition, suggesting potential benefits in preventing obesity-related disorders.
-
Wildfire Smoke Can Harm Your Brain, Not Just Your Lungs
Wildfires are already burning in parts of Canada, and as they do, many communities are already facing the familiar thick haze as smoke drifts in.
-
Here's Why Physical Movement Is Crucial For Brain Health
Exercise reduces inflammation, combats stress hormones, and promotes the release of mood-regulating chemicals. Read on as we discuss its benefits on the brain.
-
5 School Students In Kerala Show Viral Meningitis Symptoms; Know Visible Signs In Infants
Viral meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It is primarily caused by viral infections.
-
What Is Nipah Virus And Its Symptoms?
Nipah virus infections can lead to respiratory distress, encephalitis (brain inflammation), and even death. As there is currently no specific treatment or vaccine for this virus, early detection and preventive measures are crucial to controlling its spread.
-
Mysterious Brain Disease Found in Dead Great White Sharks Along Atlantic Coast
A series of unexplained great white shark deaths along the North American Atlantic Coast has sparked scientific investigations. The first case, recorded in August 2023, revealed brain inflammation in a shark found in Prince Edward Island. Further cases showed similar patterns, with experts struggling to determine the cause. Some scientists suggest ...
-
Try These Calorie Restrictive Diets To Increase Lifespan
Benefits Of Calorie Restricted Diets: By limiting excess calorie consumption, the body functions more efficiently, potentially leading to an extended lifespan.
-
How The Cold Sore Virus Can Reach And Infect Your Brain
The virus affects critical brain regions tied to sleep, mood, and hormonal control, potentially linking HSV-1 to neurodegenerative diseases.
-
Innovative mRNA Delivery Technique Could Correct Genetic Disorders Before Birth
A recent study from UC Davis and UC Berkeley has unveiled a groundbreaking mRNA delivery method capable of editing genes in fetal brain cells. By administering mRNA encapsulated in lipid nanoparticles, researchers successfully targeted genetic disorders such as Angelman syndrome before birth. This approach, which minimizes risks of inflammation, of...
-
World Meningitis Day: How Early Detection And Vaccination Can Save Lives
This article explores how early detection, awareness of symptoms, and vaccinations can significantly reduce the mortality rate and improve the quality of life for meningitis survivors.
-
Book Excerpt | How Treating Pain Can Help You Sleep
Areas in your brain which recognize pain signals also regulate sleep. Persistent pain causes lack of sleep or impacts its quality and, in turn, poor sleep prevents chronic inflammation from shutting off.
-
Eat Your Way To A Happier You: How Food Affects Your Mood And Mind
Your brain is like a busy conductor, directing your thoughts, feelings, and body's activities nonstop, even while you're asleep. To keep this conductor going, it needs a steady supply of energy, and that energy mainly comes from the food you eat.
-
COVID-19 Shown To Trigger Inflammation In The Brain: Study
Scientists have found that COVID-19 activates the same inflammatory response in the brain as Parkinson's disease, according to a study.
-
New Study Might Lead to New Therapeutic Approach for Treating Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers have used a new CRISPR technology that enables them to control these microglia cells. This, according to the team, can lead to a new approach to the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. The team geared up to detect the genes that were responsible for specific states of the microglial activity. With this, they could switch the genes on and ...
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Gut Health: Celeb Nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary Suggests Diet Changes For Reducing Gut Inflammation
Celebrity nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary regularly addresses some key issues and frequently asked questions related to health and nutrition on her Instagram page. She recently touched upon the topic of gut health.
