Dr Rangan Chatterjee is a gut health expert and knows how to harness its power Here, he reveals his top tips for maximising its influence on the rest of the body Says it can treat anxiety, joint pain and skin issues, plus improve a low mood Dr Chatterjee is a household name thanks to his...
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gammaCore Sapphire Helps Control Migraines and Cluster Headaches: Now Available in U.S.
ElectroCore, based in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, is releasing in the U.S. its latest device for treating pain related to migraines and episodic cluster headaches. The gammaCore Sapphire, cleared by the FDA, uses the same non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation technology as the original gammaCore device, but is smaller and more modern looking, features more pleasant electrodes, ...
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The Top 12 Social Companion Robots
What do you get if you combine the best features of a smartphone, a vacuum cleaner, and a pet? No, it’s not Dr. Frankenstein’s dog, but rather the new family members of the household of the future: social companion robots. They might do the chores, guard the house, teach the children and keep company to...
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Sequence and organization of the human mitochondrial genome
Mitochondria can use fatty acids or carbohydrates to create the ATP our cells need for energy. However the ATP creation process from fat is more efficient and creates less free radicals as a by product. … Formitochondrial health, the answer appears to become fat-adapted and minimize our sugar intake. Mitochondria perform diverse yet interconnected functions, producing...
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The ghost of influenza past and the hunt for a universal vaccine
Your first bout of flu may determine how you fare during the next pandemic. That’s why scientists are trying to understand immunologic imprinting. Police in Seattle, Washington, wear masks to protect themselves during the 1918 flu pandemic that killed nearly 50 million people. Credit: National Archives/Time Life/Getty By the time she is about three years...
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Is it normal to notice blood clots during your period?
People may worry if they notice clots in their menstrual blood, but this is perfectly normal and rarely cause for concern. Menstrual clots are a mixture of blood cells, tissue from the lining of the uterus, and proteins in the blood that help regulate its flow. Some medical conditions can cause large blood clots, often...
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Public unaware of cancer risk from too little exercise, study reports
TAYLOR & FRANCIS GROUP It has long been accepted that regular exercise can help prevent or reduce the risk of a multitude of health problems. However, a new study published in the Journal of Health Communication reports that US adult survey respondents were largely unaware that an insufficient level of exercise can contribute to an...
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How to do pelvic floor exercises
The pelvic floor is a set of muscles that supports pelvic organs, such as the bladder and bowel. These muscles aid urinary control, continence, and sexual function. Both men and women can experience pelvic floor weakness over time. As with other muscles, people can perform exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor, enhancing bowel and bladder...
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When the Body Attacks Itself
New research shows how the immune system’s interaction with viruses leads to autoimmune disease Viral infections can trigger the onset of debilitating autoimmune diseases. For example, in acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), the body attacks a protein that protects nerves in the brain and spinal cord, often following a viral infection. However, how viral infections interact...
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Researchers reveal how blue light exposure is damaging our eyes
In today’s highly connected world we are increasingly having blue light beamed into our eyes at all times of day. While a convincing body of research is suggesting blue light from our TVs, computers, smart phones and tablets can significantly disrupt our circadian rhythms, it is less clear how much damage this particular spectrum of light...