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EBCare: New Smart Mask Can Be Used to Assess Metabolic and Respiratory Conditions

This schematic shows the process by which the smart mask can detect chemicals in the breath, such as nitrite, which is an indicator of airway inflammation. Image credit: Wei Gao & Wenzheng Heng, Caltech.
Aug 30, 2024 by News Staff

Recent respiratory outbreaks have garnered substantial attention, yet most respiratory monitoring remains confined to physical signals. Exhaled breath condensate (EBC) harbors rich molecular information that could unveil diverse insights into an individual’s health. Now, Caltech’s Professor Wei Gao and colleagues have developed the EBCare, a mask-based device for real-time monitoring of EBC biomarkers. For example, the EBCare mask could monitor...

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Higher UV exposures were associated with lower all-cause, cardiovascular and cancer mortality.

Exposure to Higher UV Levels Boosts Health in Low-Sunlight Countries, New Study Suggests

Aug 19, 2024 by News Staff

New research suggests that UK Biobank participants who use solariums and who live at locations with higher annual average residential shortwave radiation...

Eichelmann et al. show that it is possible to accurately measure diet-related fat changes in the blood and directly link them to the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Image credit: Tung Lam.

New Study Confirms Health Benefits of Plant Oils

Aug 7, 2024 by News Staff

According to a new dietary intervention study published in the journal Nature Medicine, switching from a diet high in saturated animal fats to one rich...

Goldberg et al. suggest that a broad diversity of mammal species have been exposed to SARS-CoV-2 in the wild. Image credit: Goldberg et al., doi: 10.1038/s41467-024-49891-w.

SARS-CoV-2 Virus is Widespread among Wildlife Species, Study Shows

Jul 29, 2024 by News Staff

In new research, a team of scientists from Virginia Tech examined how widespread exposure to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2),...

People who drink cranberry juice are 54% less likely to develop urinary tract infections. Image credit: The Loves of Eirlys.

Drinking Cranberry Juice Reduces Risk of Urinary Tract Infections, New Study Suggests

Jul 23, 2024 by News Staff

While increased liquids reduce the rate of urinary tract infections (UTIs) compared with no treatment, cranberry in liquid form provides even better clinical...

The zebra snake (Naja nigricincta) in Namibia. Image credit: Wolfgang Wüster.

Scientists Discover New Antidote for Cobra Bites: Heparin

Jul 19, 2024 by News Staff

Snakebites affect about 1.8 million people annually. The current standard of care involves antibody-based antivenoms, which can be difficult to access...

Coffee drinking is a heritable habit, and one that carries a certain amount of genetic baggage. Image credit: Sci.News.

New Study Sheds More Light on Genetics of Coffee Consumption

Jun 19, 2024 by News Staff

Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages. In new research, scientists from the University of California, San Diego and elsewhere performed a...

Shroff et al. revealed excellent antiviral activity manifesting already within 10 to 15 min in Scots pine and Norway spruce, particularly against enveloped viruses; in contrast, other hardwoods displayed varied efficacy, with oak showing effectiveness against the enterovirus. Image credit: Shroff et al., doi: 10.1021/acsami.4c02156.

Solid Wood Surfaces Have Natural Antiviral Properties, Study Shows

Jun 19, 2024 by News Staff

In a new study, scientists from the University of Jyväskylä and the University of Eastern Finland evaluated the antiviral efficacy of various wood types,...

Higher intakes of fruit are associated with a reduced risk of incident depression.

Higher Fruit Consumption Reduces Risk of Depression, Study Suggests

Jun 5, 2024 by News Staff

New research led by University of New South Wales scientists supports a role for fruit — but not vegetable — intake in protecting against depression. Higher...

Lee et al. compared the inhibitory effects of orange peel polar fraction (OPP) and orange peel nonpolar fraction (OPNP) on trimethylamine (TMA) and trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) production in response to l-carnitine treatment in vivo and in vitro.

Orange Peels May Hold Key to Better Cardiovascular Health, Scientists Say

May 29, 2024 by News Staff

The orange peel polar fraction extract containing a compound called feruloylputrescine has the potential to alleviate cardiovascular disease, according...

Chronic caffeine intake prompts compensatory and cumulative dopamine transporter downregulation, consistent with caffeine’s reported risk reduction in Parkinson’s disease. Image credit: Clinical Neurosciences, University of Turku.

Regular Caffeine Consumption Affects Brain Dopamine Function in Parkinson’s Patients, Study Says

May 28, 2024 by News Staff

In a new cross-sectional and longitudinal study, researchers from the University of Turku and Turku University Hospital investigated the effects of dietary...

Senavirathna et al. are investigating the effects ellagic acid -- an antioxidant found in some pomegranates, raspberries, strawberries, and grapes, and nuts -- could have on halting and potentially reversing the damage caused by fatty liver disease. Image credit: Engin Akyurt.

Ellagic Acid May Represent Potential Food Intervention for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Study

May 27, 2024 by News Staff

Ellagic acid is a polyphenolic, non-flavonoid compound naturally found in a variety of fruits, such as pomegranates, raspberries, strawberries, and grapes,...

Mediterranean diet is inversely associated with the severity of symptoms related to anxiety and stress.

Mediterranean Diet Reduces Anxiety and Lessens Stress, Study Suggests

May 21, 2024 by Natali Anderson

In new research, scientists from the University of the Sunshine Coast and the University of South Australia found that adherence to a Mediterranean diet...

The black-necked spitting cobra (Naja nigricollis). Image credit: John Lyakurwa / CC BY 4.0 Deed.

Researchers Discover First Effective Treatment for Spitting Cobra Snakebite

May 7, 2024 by News Staff

Spitting cobra venom is incredibly potent and causes dermonecrosis, which presents as rapid destruction of skin, muscle and bone around the site of the...

Jama et al. call for the inclusion of dietary fiber in clinical guidelines for hypertension.

Dietary Fiber Consumption Reduces Blood Pressure, Prevents Cardiovascular Disease, Review Says

Apr 9, 2024 by News Staff

According to several international, regional, and national guidelines on high blood pressure, or hypertension, lifestyle interventions are the first-line...

Sanchez-Martinez et al. provide insights into how tardigrades induce reversible biostasis through the self-assembly of labile CAHS gels.

Study: Introduced Tardigrade Proteins Slow Metabolism in Human Cells

Mar 27, 2024 by News Staff

New research led by the the University of Wyoming, Laramie, provides additional evidence that tardigrade proteins eventually could be used to make life-saving...

The sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides). Image credit: Svdmolen / CC BY-SA 3.0 Deed.

Sea Buckthorn Berries are Rich Source of Natural Antioxidants, New Study Shows

Mar 21, 2024 by News Staff

Berries of the sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) grown in Canada showed promising health benefits induced by their rich and diverse polyphenolic profile...

Cranberry supplementation for 28 days appeared to improve running speed as well as aerobic performance in trained runners. Image credit: Michael Reichelt.

Study: Cranberry Consumption Improves Physiological Markers of Performance in Trained Runners

Mar 19, 2024 by Natali Anderson

Cranberries have the highest polyphenol and antioxidant capacity among fruits and vegetables and may protect against exercise-induced free radical production,...

Niacin is an essential micronutrient fortified in food staples beyond dietary requirements. Image credit: Ferrell et al., doi: 10.1038/s41591-023-02793-8.

Breakdown Products of Excess Vitamin B3 May Contribute to Cardiovascular Disease Risk

Feb 21, 2024 by News Staff

Despite intensive preventive cardiovascular disease (CVD) efforts, substantial residual CVD risk remains even for individuals receiving all guideline-recommended...

Consumption of 1-3 servings/day of total kimchi is associated with a lower risk of obesity in men. Image credit: Dongwon Lee.

Daily Consumption of Kimchi May Reduce Men’s Obesity Risk

Feb 1, 2024 by News Staff

In a cross-sectional study, researchers from Chung Ang University and elsewhere analyzed the data from the HEXA cohort study in Korea to investigate the...

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