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A tiny anticancer weapon: Nano-sized particles trigger tumor cell self-destruction

A new twist on a decades-old anticancer strategy has shown powerful effects against multiple cancer types in a preclinical study from researchers in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. The experimental approach, which uses tiny …

Phys.Org (phys.org) • Published 3 days ago

Global report calls for obesity to be redefined

There is a risk too many people are being diagnosed as obese, with weight-loss drugs in high demand.

BBC News (www.bbc.com) • Published 3 days ago

Keep your red meat to these limits to protect your brain health, experts say

Eating too much red meat has been associated with poor health outcomes, but a new study shows it could also put your future cognitive health at risk.

CNN (www.cnn.com) • Published 71 hours ago (trending 38 hours ago)

Groundbreaking Study Reveals Key Lifestyle and Health Factors Driving Early Dementia Risk - The Daily Galaxy --Great Discoveries Channel

What if your everyday habits could hold the key to preventing one of the most devastating conditions of our time? A groundbreaking study has uncovered 15 surprising factors that may significantly influence the risk of early-onset dementia. From unexpected lif…

The Daily Galaxy --Great Discoveries Channel (dailygalaxy.com) • Published 3 days ago

Sicknesses Hitting Minnesota Schools Hard

A variety of respiratory illnesses are all impacting Minnesota residents simultaneously.

WJON News (wjon.com) • Published 3 days ago

CDC tests confirm another H5N1 case from California

The latest confirmation likely reflects follow-up testing of a San Francisco child whose exposure to the virus is still under investigation.

Umn.edu (www.cidrap.umn.edu) • Published 3 days ago

Hot dogs, sausage, and . . . dementia? Harvard and MIT research links ultra-processed meat with new health concerns.

The scientists hoped their findings would inform new dietary guidelines expected later this year.

The Boston Globe (www.bostonglobe.com) • Published 3 days ago

9 high-protein fruits to help build muscle, lose weight

Which fruits are high in protein? Fruits with the most protein to help build muscle include passion fruit, jackfruit, pomegranate, apricots and more.

TODAY (www.today.com) • Published 70 hours ago (trending 40 hours ago)

Smells Like Protein Spirit

"The chase for the golden 200 grams of protein per day, and the pop-up notification confirming such maxxing, has many of us thinking differently about what, and how, we eat. But is this actually healthy?"

Longreads.com (longreads.com) • Published 4 days ago

Traveling to warmer climates can help mental health

For those in the Beehive State struggling with the lack of sunlight, the region around St. George offers an escape from winter just a few hours drive away.

KSL.com (www.ksl.com) • Published 3 days ago

The Key to Reducing Your Colon Cancer Risk by 17% May Already Be in Your Fridge, New Study Says

Research suggests drinking milk may decrease your risk of colon cancer. Find out more—including how much milk and what foods increase your risk.

Eatingwell.com (www.eatingwell.com) • Published 3 days ago

Stanford Study Reveals Fiber’s Hidden Anti-Cancer Superpowers

Stanford researchers found that fiber digestion produces compounds that directly alter gene function, potentially preventing cancer. Fiber is a crucial component of a healthy diet, yet fewer than 10% of Americans consume the recommended daily amount. However,…

SciTechDaily (scitechdaily.com) • Published 72 hours ago (trending 44 hours ago)

Weight Isn't The Ultimate Predictor of Early Death – But Something Else Is

Obesity is often considered one of the most important factors in the likelihood of early death, but a new review reveals that cardiorespiratory fitness actually has more of an influence on mortality risk and our long-term health.

ScienceAlert (www.sciencealert.com) • Published 71 hours ago (trending 44 hours ago)

Forget BMI – there’s a 2,000 year-old technique for measuring body fat that’s more useful

Archimedes has the solution.

The Conversation Africa (theconversation.com) • Published 3 days ago

Could inhaling xenon gas help treat Alzheimer’s? A new mouse study suggests it might

A new mouse study shows a possible use case for the gas xenon — as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease.

STAT (www.statnews.com) • Published 3 days ago

Eating enough fiber prevents cancer in a surprising way

Fiber fuels gut microbes that produce fatty acids, which influence genes tied to cell growth. This could prevent cancerous behavior.

Earth.com (www.earth.com) • Published 3 days ago

Dietary Supplement Shown to Reduce Aggression by Up to 28%

Keep calm and try omega-3.

ScienceAlert (www.sciencealert.com) • Published 3 days ago

Rise of vaccine distrust - why more of us are questioning jabs

Confidence in all types of vaccination has taken a hit. The question is why, and what can be done about it?

BBC News (www.bbc.com) • Published 3 days ago

Diabetes Drug Protects Against Skin Cancer

A popular diabetes drug can provide protection against skin cancers, a new study says. Metformin significantly reduces people's risk of developing basal cell cancers or squamous cell cancers, the two most common skin cancers, researchers found in a recent stu…

Newsmax (www.newsmax.com) • Published 4 days ago

Neuroscientists illuminate the dark aftermath of torture on brain connectivity

Torture survivors show reduced brain connectivity in areas controlling attention, response inhibition, and motor functions, likely linked to PTSD symptoms. These changes highlight how torture deeply impacts cognitive processes and mental health.

PsyPost (www.psypost.org) • Published 4 days ago