“Fetal exposure to commonly used SRI drugs may affect brain activity in newborns, new research shows. The researchers suggest that the effects of drugs on fetal brain function should be […]
Antibiotics enable growth of pathogens
“A newly discovered mechanism helps explain how antibiotics change the gut microbiota, increasing nutrients that benefit the growth of pathogens, like Salmonella.”
Strategy against pesticide-linked Parkinson’s disease
“Exposure to a group of common pesticides, called dithiocarbamates, has long been associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, although the mechanism by which the compounds exert their toxicity […]
Many with migraines have vitamin deficiencies, says study
“A high percentage of children, teens and young adults with migraines appear to have mild deficiencies in vitamin D, riboflavin and coenzyme Q10—a vitamin-like substance found in every cell of […]
Walnuts may improve your colon health
“Eating walnuts may change gut bacteria in a way that suppresses colon cancer, researchers led by UConn Health report in the journal Cancer Prevention Research.”
Leaky blood-brain barrier linked to Alzheimer’s disease
“Researchers using contrast-enhanced MRI have identified leakages in the blood-brain barrier (BBB) of people with early Alzheimer’s disease (AD), according to a new study published online in the journal Radiology. […]
Fasting-like diet reduces multiple sclerosis symptoms
“During the fasting-mimicking diet, cortisone is produced and that initiates a killing of autoimmune cells,” said Valter Longo, the study’s lead author and professor who directs the USC Longevity Institute […]
Antibiotics that kill gut bacteria also stop growth of new brain cells
“Antibiotics strong enough to kill off gut bacteria can also stop the growth of new brain cells in the hippocampus, a section of the brain associated with memory, reports a […]
Common antimicrobial agent rapidly disrupts gut bacteria
“A new study suggests that triclosan, an antimicrobial and antifungal agent found in many consumer products ranging from hand soaps to toys and even toothpaste, can rapidly disrupt bacterial communities […]
What foods can help fight the risk of chronic inflammation?
“A new study has identified food stuffs that can help prevent chronic inflammation that contributes to many leading causes of death. … Diets rich in fruits and vegetables, which contain […]