Medical Research
Key Takeaways Chronic stress in mice deactivates the lateral habenula, a brain region that regulates reward responses, leading to unchecked consumption of high-fat/sweet foods. Chronically stressed mice on high-fat …
Key Takeaways: MASLD patients wake more frequently and stay awake longer at night Poor sleep may signal or worsen liver dysfunction More research is needed on sleep-focused MASLD treatment …
Key Takeaways: 5 blood markers linked to suicidal ideation identified, showing 85-90% accuracy in high-risk individuals. Unique markers for men and women, but mitochondrial dysfunction (impaired energy production) is …
Key Takeaways A gene-edited pig liver functioned for 10 days in a brain-dead human without signs of rejection. The study tested basic liver functions but didn’t assess full metabolic …
Anhedonia is the word that describes the inability of a person to feel pleasure from the activities that they usually find enjoyable. It is a symptom of depression and …
Key Takeaways: Household dust in all 35 countries studied contains toxic trace metals (arsenic, lead, nickel, chromium, manganese), posing universal health risks. Regional Hotspots: Australia/NZ: High arsenic/lead levels (1 …
Key Takeaways: Researchers focus on soluble β-amyloid (β1-14) with a unique hairpin structure, aiming to prevent plaque formation rather than clearing existing ones. The TAP01 antibody binds to β1-14’s …
Editor’s Note (September 2026): This article originally reported on a 2021 study that found an association between higher physical activity and faster progression of coronary artery calcium (CAC). It …
Cancer patients should avoid eating large amounts of peanuts, as peanuts are thought to promote the spread of metastases in the body. According to cancer.gov in 2020, 1,806,590 new …
Editor’s Note (September 2026): This article was originally published in 2022 and reflects the research and scientific context available at that time. It has been reviewed for accuracy, clarity, …
