Drinking soft drinks may fuel depression by altering gut bacteria
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between everyday soft drink habits and mental health, revealing that even moderate…
Kratom ‘Cousin’ Tree May Hold Genetic Recipe For Cancer-Active Alkaloid
Mitragyna Parvifolia tree. (Credit: Haena148 on Shutterstock) In A Nutshell Scientists mapped the Mitragyna parvifolia genome and identified…
Researchers uncover possible immune link to chronic pain
University of Arizona researchers may have uncovered a connection between chronic pain and a somewhat uncommon immune condition,…
Discovery of vascular-associated fibroblastic cells opens new path for diabetes treatment
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the cells that produce…
Depression during pregnancy raises risk of gestational diabetes
Researchers uncover a consistent global link between antenatal depression and gestational diabetes, highlighting how early emotional support and…
Innovative approaches target PAR2 receptor to alleviate gut pain
Abdominal pain is a hallmark of many digestive disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome. In…
What clinicians and families can do now
A new ACC scientific statement shows that cholesterol control alone is not enough; targeting inflammation with lifestyle and…
Randomized trial shows exercise benefits for post-COVID immune regulation
Exercise can help to restore a more normal, well-regulated immune system in people with post-COVID syndrome, according to…
The eye-watering spice that prevents cavities and fights inflammation
Sushi lovers may think they know everything about wasabi. But, the eye-watering condiment comes with some life-lengthening health…
Study assesses the efficacy of protein hydrolysis in developing gut-friendly dairy alternatives
A recent Finnish study investigated the effects of A2 milk, marketed as a gut-friendly alternative, and protein-hydrolyzed lactose-free…
New ACC Scientific Statement highlights inflammation in cardiovascular disease
The American College of Cardiology (ACC) released today its second Scientific Statement, Inflammation and Cardiovascular Disease (CVD). The…
Cleaner air, better vision: Protecting kids’ eyesight
New research reveals that reducing air pollution not only improves children’s eyesight but could also play a crucial…