The traditional belief that sleep plays a crucial role in clearing out toxins and waste products from the brain is being challenged by a new brain imaging study conducted on mice. The study, led by neuroscientist Nick Franks from Imperial College London (ICL), contradicts the widely accepted idea that sleep is essential for brain detoxification.
Health
In the United States, there has been a noticeable increase in cannabis use among breastfeeding parents. However, the extent to which the drug is transferred to breast milk, as well as its potential effects on newborns, remains uncertain. A recent observational study conducted in the US has shown that THC, the primary psychoactive component of
A recent study has found that individuals who experience stressful life events, such as the death of a loved one or divorce, during childhood or midlife may be at a higher risk of developing dementia later in life. The study involved analyzing spinal fluid samples for abnormal proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease, as well as
Research conducted by an international team of scientists has shed light on the body’s ability to regulate the breakdown of brown fat, a specialized type of adipose tissue that plays a crucial role in calorie burning to generate heat. Unlike white fat, which serves primarily as a storage depot, brown fat is densely packed with
Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death globally, claiming more than 10 million lives each year. The key to successful treatment lies in early detection and effective intervention. Unfortunately, cancer often manifests silently, making it challenging to diagnose in its initial stages. A recent study has shed light on a groundbreaking approach that
The decision to withdraw life support from a loved one who has sustained a traumatic brain injury is one of the most difficult choices that families may face. A recent study conducted by a team of researchers led by William Sanders from Massachusetts General Hospital sheds light on the outcomes of brain trauma patients and
When we embark on a journey in our cars, safety is always a top priority. However, recent research has shed light on a concerning issue that many may not be aware of. A study conducted on vehicles manufactured in the US since 2015 revealed that 99 percent of cabins tested contained potentially dangerous materials. These
The health of independent US presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has once again come under scrutiny due to a neurological issue he faced in 2010. In a recent deposition from 2012, Kennedy disclosed that a worm had entered his brain, eaten a portion of it, and then perished. Initially believed to be a brain
In late April 2024, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency made a groundbreaking announcement that they plan to reclassify cannabis from a Schedule I drug to a less restricted Schedule III drug. This decision signifies a significant shift in federal policy towards acknowledging the medicinal value of cannabis. Simultaneously, there is a growing interest in the
Adenomyosis, although affecting as many as one in five women, remains a relatively unheard of condition. One of the reasons for this lack of awareness is the overlapping symptoms it shares with other reproductive health issues. Many women who suffer from adenomyosis experience irregular and heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and even infertility. The severity
The brain, often compared to a supercomputer, is a bustling city with various districts and buildings, each with a unique function. Neurons, the tiny cells in our brain, act as the key players in this complex system, sending and receiving signals to communicate with each other. These neurons, which number between 80 billion and 100
In a world where plastic pollution is a visible menace to our environment, the insidious invasion of microplastics into the human body presents a less conspicuous but equally alarming threat. The average person unknowingly inhales minuscule plastic particles on a daily basis, with estimates suggesting that a credit card’s worth of plastic is consumed every