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Tobacco and Cannabis Together Alter Brain’s “Bliss Molecule” System

Tobacco and Cannabis Together Alter Brain’s “Bliss Molecule” System

Summary: People who use both cannabis and tobacco show unique brain chemistry linked to higher anxiety, depression, and difficulty quitting. Brain scans revealed increased levels of FAAH, an enzyme that breaks down the brain’s “bliss molecule,” anandamide. This imbalance means less natural mood regulation and greater vulnerability to stress and relapse. The findings uncover a potential biological target for treating …

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Listening to Pink Floyd really does alter your mind – and could even help treat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, scientists find

Listening to Pink Floyd really does alter your mind – and could even help treat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, scientists find

By ROGER DOBSON Published: 00:40, 19 October 2025 | Updated: 00:45, 19 October 2025 Their music is one of the most influential examples of mind-altering psychedelic rock. But scientists say listening to Pink Floyd really does have an effect on your brain cells – and could make them more susceptible to future treatments for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. The surprising finding …

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Autism Gene Found to Alter Brain’s Social Hormone Signals

Autism Gene Found to Alter Brain’s Social Hormone Signals

Summary: A new study reveals how a mutation in the Shank3 gene, associated with autism, alters social behavior by disrupting vasopressin release in the brain. In mice, this mutation reduced sociability and defensive aggression by limiting vasopressin reaching the lateral septum. Researchers showed that vasopressin acts through two distinct receptors: AVPR1a for sociability and AVPR1b for aggression. By selectively targeting …

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This typically dull congressional hearing could alter the direction of America’s economy

This typically dull congressional hearing could alter the direction of America’s economy

Donald Trump Federal agencies Congressional news Interest rates See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Washington  —  President Donald Trump’s ambition to revamp the Federal Reserve could get a significant boost at a confirmation hearing Thursday. The future of the world’s most powerful central bank and the direction of the US economy stand in the balance. At 10 a.m., the …

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The Surprising Discovery That Could Alter Our Planet’s Future

The Surprising Discovery That Could Alter Our Planet’s Future

Could there be an ocean buried deep beneath our feet, hidden some 700 kilometers below the Earth’s surface? If the recent discoveries from scientific teams in Brazil and Botswana are to be believed, this might not be as far-fetched as it seems. The findings suggest that a vast amount of water could be trapped in minerals deep within the Earth’s …

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Soda Found to Alter Your Gut and Immune Health

Soda Found to Alter Your Gut and Immune Health

Israeli scientists discovered that drinking soda alters the DNA of gut bacteria and affects the host immune system. The good news is that it’s reversible. Full Story By Israel News Network Group The consumption of soft drinks, supplemented with white sugar, alters the DNA of gut bacteria and affects the host immune system, according to the findings of a new …

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Can cannabis impact aging? Study shows marijuana could alter ‘genetic code’

Can cannabis impact aging? Study shows marijuana could alter ‘genetic code’

CINCINNATI (WKRC) – Research suggests that using cannabis may alter a person’s epigenetic code. The research suggested that marijuana use can impact the genetic code responsible for activating and deactivating various genes. The study highlighted the importance of understanding marijuana’s effects on the body, as it remains one of the most widely used drugs globally. While some effects are well-known, …

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Can cannabis impact aging? Study shows marijuana could alter ‘genetic code’

Can cannabis impact aging? Study shows marijuana could alter ‘genetic code’

CINCINNATI (WKRC) – Research suggests that using cannabis may alter a person’s epigenetic code. The research suggested that marijuana use can impact the genetic code responsible for activating and deactivating various genes. The study highlighted the importance of understanding marijuana’s effects on the body, as it remains one of the most widely used drugs globally. While some effects are well-known, …

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