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New compound HPH-15 offers promising alternative to diabetes medications
Kumamoto University scientists have unveiled a novel compound, HPH-15, with dual effects of reducing blood glucose levels and combating fat accumulation, marking a significant leap in diabetes treatment innovation.
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New method detects unrecognized chemicals in the human body
From the 1960s to the 1980s, the use of lead in fuel, paints, and pipes caused widespread contamination. It is estimated that 170 million Americans alive today were exposed to high lead levels as children, which caused…
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More plant protein, less animal protein tied to lower heart disease risk, not stroke
A higher plant-to-animal dietary protein ratio is associated with lower risks of cardiovascular disease and coronary artery disease, but not stroke
Study: Dietary plant-to-animal protein ratio and risk of cardiovascular…
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Gut microbiome and brain evolution: New insights into energy allocation
Researchers reveal how gut microbes shape metabolic strategies to fuel larger brains, offering a glimpse into the evolutionary biology of primates.
Putative model for microbial influences on the metabolism of high-EQ and…
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ACMG sets new lifelong guidelines for managing phenylalanine hydroxylase deficiency
Revolutionizing care for phenylalanine hydroxylase (PAH) deficiency, ACMG's updated guidelines highlight evidence-based strategies to enhance neurocognitive health and protect maternal and fetal well-being.
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Dark chocolate consumption associated with lower type 2 diabetes risk
Consuming dark, but not milk, chocolate may be associated with lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D), according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Our findings suggest that not all…
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Anti-obesity medications could help treat alcohol use disorders
Losing weight with anti-obesity medications (AOM) also resulted in decreased alcohol consumption for about half of the participants in a new study appearing in the current issue of JAMA Network Open.
The research, led by Lisa…
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Ethiopian children struggle with malnutrition due to low animal product intake
Affordability and lack of awareness drive low consumption of animal products in Ethiopian children, prompting experts to plan interventions.
Malnutrition and poor dietary diversity remain significant challenges for children…
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Fructose consumption linked to accelerated tumor growth in cancer models
Fructose consumption has increased considerably over the past five decades, largely due to the widespread use of high-fructose corn syrup as a sweetener in beverages and ultra-processed foods. New research from Washington…
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Childhood exposure to leaded gasoline linked to mental illness and personality changes
New research published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry indicates that childhood lead exposure, which peaked from 1960 through 1990 in most industrialized countries due to the use of lead in gasoline, has…
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