Heated tobacco and cigarettes cause the same gut and vascular damage, study finds
Both traditional and heated tobacco exposure, whether active or passive, were linked to intestinal permeability, oxidative stress, and…
Scientists explore why black rice deserves a bigger place in modern diets
Once reserved for emperors, black rice is making a comeback as a natural way to boost antioxidants, support…
sweets and processed meats raise odds, fruit lowers them
An Italian study shows that everyday dietary patterns, not just genetics or toxins, may influence Parkinson’s disease risk,…
Prenatal air pollution exposure tied to higher autism risk in children
New findings from Ontario’s largest birth cohort reveal that sulfate and ammonium particles in fine air pollution may…
Walnuts > Supplements? Why Getting Antioxidants From Real Food Beats Pricey Pills
(© sharafmaksumov – stock.adobe.com) In A Nutshell Why it matters: Oxidants—including highly reactive free radicals—damage proteins, fats, and DNA;…
Can strawberries help prevent diabetes? New trial shows promising results in prediabetic adults
Researchers found that daily freeze-dried strawberry intake enhanced antioxidant biomarkers, lowered inflammation, and improved fasting glucose, suggesting a…
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…
Single-cell RNA sequencing reveals key genes and potential targeted drugs for OA treatment
Researchers from the Department of Orthopedics at Taicang TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine have…
Daily walnut snacks fail to lower inflammation in adults
Researchers tested whether a daily dose of walnuts could calm inflammation and boost antioxidant defenses, but the short…
Daily meal timing influences longevity risk in adults, study reveals
A large national study reveals that sticking to an 11–12-hour eating window may promote longevity, while shorter or…
How processed red meat might drive neurodegenerative diseases
Scientists warn that while processed red meat may fuel harmful brain changes linked to Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS,…
Genetic mutation in some East Asians linked to aldehyde storm and increased liver disease risk
Researchers have identified the mechanism by which a common genetic mutation increases liver disease risk. Their findings suggest…