“They found that a lack of vitamin D – produced by the body through exposure to sunlight – and exposure to air pollution were implicated, along with occupational exposure to […]
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Running triggers production of a molecule that repairs the brain in animal models
“Researchers at The Ottawa Hospital and the University of Ottawa have discovered that a molecule triggered by running can help repair certain kinds of brain damage in animal models. They […]
Cannabidiol (CBD) shown to inhibit cell growth and induce apoptosis in cervical cancer cells.
“these data suggest that cannabidiol rather than Cannabis sativa crude extracts prevent cell growth and induce cell death in cervical cancer cell lines. Read more here. Lukhele ST, Motadi LR. […]
Evolution of a species also involves the bacteria it carries
“a study shows that symbiotic bacteria play a direct role in the evolution of their host, shaping the way it adapts to pathogens.”
Omega-3 fatty acid stops known trigger of lupus
“What we discovered was when lupus was triggered by crystalline silica, a toxic mineral also known as quartz that’s linked to human autoimmunity, DHA blocked the activation of the disease,” […]
Formaldehyde damages proteins, not just DNA
“…the findings might explain why formaldehyde may be toxic to the nervous system. Neurons don’t divide or replicate DNA, so they aren’t as vulnerable to the kind of damage formaldehyde […]
Study finds troubling new evidence of teens’ lack of physical activity
“91 percent were not getting at least an hour of that type of physical activity each day.”
Functional properties of spinach
“Spinach-derived phytochemicals and bioactives are able to (i) scavenge reactive oxygen species and prevent macromolecular oxidative damage, (ii) modulate expression and activity of genes involved in metabolism, proliferation, inflammation, and […]
How the FDA Manipulates the Media
“The watchdogs are being turned into lapdogs. “Journalists have ceded the power to the scientific establishment,” says Vincent Kiernan, a science journalist and dean at George Mason University.”
Cannabis induces a clinical response in patients with Crohn’s disease: a prospective placebo-controlled study (2013)
“a short course (8 weeks) of THC-rich cannabis produced significant clinical, steroid-free benefits to 10 of 11 patients with active Crohn’s disease, compared with placebo, without side effects.” Naftali, T., […]