Chinese researchers have found that hair may contain signs of Parkinson’s disease. They analyzed hair samples from 60 diagnosed patients and compared them with hair from healthy individuals of the same age. The findings were published in the journal iScience. In the hair of Parkinson’s patients, researchers detected lower levels of iron and copper, along…
Breakdown products of the Rojo Brillante persimmon variety may improve intestinal barrier integrity and reduce inflammation by stimulating the growth of beneficial bacteria, according to researchers at the University of Aberdeen. The findings were published in the journal Food & Function (F&F). Scientists analyzed soluble and insoluble fiber fractions obtained from processed persimmons and conducted…
Many people look for simple, practical and evidence-based methods to improve their health. Even small, consistent changes can have dramatic effects on your health. Here are five science-supported steps you can take in 2026 to enhance your well-being physically, mentally and emotionally. 1. Drink More Water Staying hydrated is one of the easiest ways to…
Scientists have uncovered the molecular mechanism by which physical activity strengthens bones. An international research team led by specialists at the University of Hong Kong found that the protein Piezo1 plays a key role in this process. The study’s findings were published in the journal Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy (STTT). Piezo1 acts as a…
An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus, for which there is no vaccine, has been recorded near the Indian city of Kolkata. A total of five infections have been identified, three of them this week. The current outbreak is notable as it is the first confirmed case in West Bengal since 2007. The return of…
Researchers from South Ural State University (SUSU), working as part of an international scientific team, have found that a deficiency of the trace element chromium in the human body may contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes. The discovery could allow patients at risk to be identified through rapid screening of the skin on…
A simple change before bedtime may help slow the progression of glaucoma, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology. Researchers found that sleeping without a pillow helps reduce intraocular pressure—a key risk factor for optic nerve damage and irreversible vision loss. The study involved 144 people with glaucoma. Participants were…
Scientists from the University of Bonn report that a short-term oatmeal diet can significantly lower levels of “bad” cholesterol, according to a study published in Nature Communications (NatCom). The study involved 68 participants, some of whom ate almost exclusively oatmeal cooked in water for two days, along with small amounts of fruit or vegetables. Participants…
The human respiratory system has its own defenses that help the body fight viruses that cause colds. New research published in the journal Cell Press Blue shows that the nostrils play a far more active role in the body’s first line of defense than previously thought. Scientists have found that the nasal cavity is not…
A new study by scientists at the University of Bristol in the UK and nutrition experts in the United States shows that following a diet rich in whole, minimally processed foods can lead people to eat significantly more food by weight while consuming significantly fewer calories than those on a diet based on ultra-processed foods…
