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An international study found that diets low in fiber may contribute to a higher risk of heart attacks, offering another reason to eat more plants. Researchers analyzed heart scans from nearly 1,400 people across Europe and Australia and discovered a clear link between low fiber intake and the buildup of dangerous plaques in the arteries. These plaques were more likely …

Summary: A meta-analysis of gene expression data from humans and rodents reveals key biological pathways influencing response to the antidepressant fluoxetine. The study highlights the role of immune-related pathways, including toll-like receptor signaling, and neural signal transduction mechanisms in distinguishing responders from non-responders. Findings also show consistent changes in protein metabolism and GABAergic signaling after fluoxetine treatment, suggesting broader molecular …

Miracle Molecule Stops Stroke Damage – And Could Tackle Alzheimer’s Next  SciTechDailyView Full Coverage on Google News Source link

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Four people in Florida have died this year from bacterial infections that can cause “flesh-eating” wounds, the state’s health department reported this month. The culprit, the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus, thrives in warm seawater. The deadly cases were seen in counties spread around Florida’s extensive coastline, from Bay County in the Panhandle and Hillsborough County, where Tampa is located, on the …

Fountain of youth found in unexpected source  TheStreet Do ‘shrooms’ have anti-aging effects?  Medical News Today The key to living longer could be tied to a surprising substance, study suggests  Fox News Magic Mushrooms Might Be the Key to Longer Human Lives  Popular Mechanics ‘Magic mushroom’ ingredient may delay aging and extend lifespan  futurity.org Source link

This Ancient Practice Beats Pills for Sleep – And Science Backs It  SciTechDaily Insomnia: 3 types of exercise could help people sleep better, longer  Medical News Today These 3 exercises may help with insomnia, new study finds  CNN Why gentle exercise like yoga, tai chi and walking may help people sleep better  ABC News Ancient Chinese practice is one of the 4 best exercises …

A new scientific analysis takes a close look at effective weight loss strategies. The findings suggest that simply being told to lose weight may not be the best thing for some people’s weight loss goals. Here’s what doctors say can *actually* help when older tactics fail. Recceiving the same old blanket advice from your doctor about tweaking your diet and …

“Remarkable” Results – Scientists Say This Supplement Reversed Heart Damage  SciTechDaily Source link

Undruggable No More: AI Hits Disordered Proteins, Unlocks Therapy Targets  Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology News Undruggable ‘disordered’ proteins become druggable with new AI techniques from David Baker  statnews.com David Baker’s lab uses AI to help catch nature’s squirmiest proteins  Endpoints News UW scientists use AI to crack ‘undruggable’ proteins, opening door to new treatments  GeekWire New AI-assisted methods take aim at ‘undruggable’ proteins  C&EN Source …