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More than 15 million Americans are putting their liver at serious risk, simply by trying to better their health. New research has revealed the extent of the damage caused by overuse of six supplements including turmeric, green tea and ashwagandha. -
Fish oil supplements containing omega-3 have long been touted as good for heart health. A new study has found they also reduce aggression. Researchers say the safe, common supplements should be used everywhere from the playground to the prison system. -
In good news for nearly half the world's men, scientists have found that a naturally occurring sugar in humans and animals can be harnessed as a an effective topical gel for baldness. It sets it up as an inexpensive and safer alternative to minoxidil.
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May 09, 2025 | Ben CoxworthAcetaminophen can be a big help to mothers suffering postpartum body pain, but it ain't great for newborn babies. An experimental new lactation pad was designed with that fact in mind, as it measures how much of the drug is present in breast milk. -
May 09, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalA group of Texas-based researchers has developed an effective way to treat post-traumatic stress disorder that involves zapping the vagus nerve around the neck, using a device the size of a shirt button. -
May 08, 2025 | Paul McClureHigh blood sugars have long been known to cause eye damage in diabetics. However, new research has found that low blood sugar may also contribute. The good news is that it also identified a way of preventing or treating the damage. -
May 07, 2025 | Paul McClureUsing an existing steroid-free topical foam daily significantly improved the signs and symptoms of psoriasis on the scalp and the body, according to a recent clinical trial. It could be a game-changer for people with the condition in both places. -
May 07, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonFollowing on from a remarkable study in mice, scientists have now confirmed that silencing a certain protein in muscle tissue leads to energy-deprived human cells seeking out fat for fuel, while blocking the body's ability to store extra fat cells. -
May 06, 2025 | Ben CoxworthDuring the pandemic, most of us got used to medical consultations being performed via the phone or Zoom. That said, there are still times when diagnostic devices need to be used … which is where the H3 Health Cube is designed to come in. -
May 06, 2025 | Paul McClureClinical trials of a minimally invasive treatment for degenerated spinal discs have produced impressive results, significantly reducing back pain severity and improving function. It may mean delaying surgical intervention or preventing it altogether. -
May 06, 2025 | Paul McClureConsuming a diet high in berries, black tea, citrus fruits and apples – foods that are rich in flavonoids – can reduce the signs of unhealthy aging, according to a new study. It highlights how simple dietary changes can optimize health. -
May 06, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalWhat if the key to reducing your chronic pain was not in tackling the symptoms, but in regulating your emotions? A study shows that retraining your brain to deescalate negative emotions could be an effective therapy for persistent pain. -
May 06, 2025 | Michael FrancoA new study has uncovered a previously unknown link between the immune system and the fear response, and how psychedelics can play a role in suppressing it. The finding could improve the treatment of both mental, emotional and physical afflictions. -
May 05, 2025 | Paul McClureResearchers have developed a 3D-printable electrode that looks like a single strand of human hair and measures brain activity more reliably than the current method used to diagnose things like epilepsy and sleep disorders. -
May 05, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonThe first once-daily oral GLP-1 medication could be on shelves by this time next year, making the weight-loss drug easier to take and potentially cheaper. In the race to be the first, Novo Nordisk has scored a huge win, while Pfizer has failed again. -
May 02, 2025 | Michael FrancoFor some common medical conditions, timing is everything when it comes to taking medications. Now, a customizable capsule engineered at UC San Diego could simplify complicated dosing schedules thanks to a unique staged release system. -
May 01, 2025 | Paul McClureResearchers have developed a simple, non-invasive method of diagnosing Parkinson’s disease early using an eye scan. It could mean treatment can start sooner or, alternatively, could be used to monitor the disease’s progression. -
May 01, 2025 | Rich HaridyA large-scale human clinical trials is currently underway testing a wild idea. Can fecal transplants reduce a person's cravings for alcohol by altering their microbiome? Early studies are indicating this could be possible.
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