Nov 29, 2024 08:11AM
Wet cupping therapy may improve respiratory symptoms in mild to moderate asthma, offering a complementary option alongside standard treatments, a Turkish study suggests.
Nov 29, 2024 08:11AM ● By Kris Urquhart
A phase 1 trial shows promise for reversing Type 1 diabetes: a patient produced insulin independently after stem-cell therapy, remaining injection-free for a year.
A mobile app-based mindfulness program, including guided meditations and symptom management, significantly eased psychological distress in ICU survivors, a study finds.
Nov 29, 2024 08:01AM
Artificial beaver dams, mimicking nature’s designs, are revitalizing the Northern Great Plains, restoring ecosystems, improving soil and water, and even attracting real beavers.
A smart elastic band from Northwestern University tracks muscle exertion by analyzing sweat acidity, helping users optimize workouts and prevent soreness.
Biodiversity loss has human costs: a study links declining bat populations to increased pesticide use and higher infant mortality, highlighting nature's role in health and agriculture.
The Ig Nobel Prizes celebrated quirky science: researchers showed mammals can breathe through their anuses, and a plant that mimics plastic leaves, sparking laughter and curiosity.
Oct 31, 2024 08:11AM
A study published in JAMA Network Open found microplastics in the olfactory bulb of the brain in eight out of 15 individuals. This raises concerns about the potential for plastics to reach the brain.
A study in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism found that moderate caffeine intake (200-300 mg daily) significantly lowers the risk of cardiometabolic disease, with coffee drinkers experiencing up to a 50 percent risk reduction.
A case report in Integrative Medicine Reports describes a 53-year-old patient who healed a fractured humerus using homeopathy with Symphytum officinale. X-rays showed healing after two weeks, and full recovery occurred in six weeks.
A 2023 study in Integrative Medicine Reports found that an eight-week wellness program improved heart rate variability (HRV) in college students, suggesting enhanced stress recovery and spiritual well-being. Further research is needed.
Oct 31, 2024 08:01AM
Scientists in Europe and the U.S. discovered that the asteroid responsible for the dinosaur extinction 66 million years ago likely originated beyond Jupiter's orbit. Rich in water and carbon, it was unique among Earth-impacting asteroids.
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