A recent study of over 1,000 adults has revealed that cannabis use may lead to changes in the human body’s epigenome. The epigenome acts as a set of switches, capable of activating or deactivating genes, thereby altering how our bodies function. The study, spearheaded by Lifang Hou, a medical doctor and epidemiologist from Northwestern University
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Parents in the US are increasingly turning to melatonin supplements to help their children fall asleep, despite a lack of evidence supporting its safety or effectiveness. A recent survey reveals that almost one in five school-aged children and pre-teens are using melatonin to aid sleep, a significant increase from just 1.3 percent reported five years
It is widely accepted that our perception of medicine plays a significant role in the influence a treatment has on our health. A new study conducted by the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) has shed light on how the brain’s reaction to a medication differs depending on whether it is injected or taken orally.
In the world of endurance sports, athletes are constantly on the lookout for the ideal fuel to optimize their performance. Traditional energy gels have long been the go-to choice, but a surprising contender has recently emerged: Heinz ketchup packets. In a new ad campaign featuring runners using these condiment packets as their supplement of choice,
At the turn of the 20th century, psychiatrist Alois Alzheimer made a groundbreaking discovery by identifying the presence of clumps and tangles in the brains of individuals with dementia. These clumps, known as amyloid beta proteins, have been the leading theory behind the cause of Alzheimer’s disease. Despite numerous attempts, the development of drugs to
Imagine being pregnant not just in one uterus, but in two. This astonishing situation is becoming a reality for Kelsey Hatcher, a 32-year-old woman from Alabama. Born with a rare condition called “uterus didelphys,” Hatcher has two uteruses, a condition that affects only about 0.3 percent of females. Her remarkable journey is being documented on
It is always heartbreaking to outlive a beloved pet dog, but it is a sad truth that most pet owners must face. However, the recent news of a dog in Portugal named Bobi living to the impressive age of 31 has sparked interest in increasing the longevity of our furry companions. Bobi, the Guinness World
The association between the Toxoplasma gondii parasite and adverse health effects has long been established. However, a recent study conducted by an international team of researchers reveals a possible link between T. gondii infection and increased frailty in older adults. With approximately 11-15 percent of the US population estimated to have been infected with this
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a debilitating disease that affects a person’s behavior, personality, and language ability. Unlike other forms of dementia, FTD primarily impacts the frontal lobes of the brain and is characterized by the absence of memory loss until the later stages of the disease. The recent diagnosis of actor Bruce Willis with FTD
Achieving success in our daily tasks is often attributed to various factors such as intelligence, perseverance, and preparation. However, one factor that is often overlooked is timing. Our internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm, plays a significant role in determining our physiological and intellectual functioning throughout the day. Whether you are an early riser
In a remarkable feat of medical prowess, a team of surgeons in New York has successfully carried out the world’s first whole eye transplant. This groundbreaking procedure, which involved removing part of the face and the entire left eye, including its blood supply and optic nerve, from a donor and grafting them onto a lineworker
Crohn’s disease is a chronic and debilitating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that affects millions of people worldwide. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for this condition, but managing its symptoms has always been the focus of medical professionals. However, a recent study conducted by researchers from the Francis Crick Institute in the UK and Aalborg