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Tobacco chewing has been linked to an increased risk of stroke and cancer

A meta-analysis of more than a hundred scientific papers on the health risks of chewing tobacco found that people who practice it are more likely to experience strokes and certain types of cancer

12.02.2024

Gerontology

Autopsy of long-lived brains reveals how lifestyle helped avoid dementia

A healthy lifestyle helps people build up a kind of reserve to preserve cognitive function in old age

09.02.2024

Genetics

Blue eyes are better adapted to dim light compared to brown eyes

British researchers conducted an experiment with volunteers of European descent and found that blue-eyed people see better than brown-eyed people in low light conditions

09.02.2024

Your health

Gastroenterologist told what foods categorically can not eat for breakfast

Fast carbohydrates are easily digested, this leads to a sharp rise in blood glucose levels and increased insulin production

09.02.2024

Genetic engineering

Scientists have investigated an enzyme that repairs DNA

Specialists from the Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences have studied an enzyme that can remove damage from a DNA molecule and restore its structure

08.02.2024

Your health

What trouble to expect from gadgets before bedtime

The modern smartphone contains everything a person needs, but gadgets can also cause serious harm to the user

08.02.2024

Your health

Why iodize salt, milk and other foods

Experience from other countries shows that mandatory iodization of table salt can significantly reduce the prevalence of iodine deficiency diseases

08.02.2024

Your health

The doctor named two simple foods for blood thinning and strong blood vessels

This affordable fish contains a lot of healthy fats that help fight excess weight (it can also cause inflammation), increases the amount of "good" cholesterol

07.02.2024

Genetic engineering

Russia has grown an artificial brain to study genetic mutations

Employees of the Institute of Cytology and Genetics of the Russian Academy of Sciences have grown organoids identical to human brain tissue to study the genetic causes of mental retardation

07.02.2024

Your health

Light covid has been linked to an increased risk of developing insomnia

Researchers found that the infection was associated with a high prevalence of insomnia during the first six months after infection

06.02.2024

Gerontology

Doctors have named three foods that can age the heart quickly

The hearts of many Americans (nearly 20 percent of those surveyed) are excessively worn out for their actual age: the difference is about five years

06.02.2024

Your health

An endocrinologist explained whether coffee helps you get rid of excess fat

British scientists have reported that you can reduce excess body fat by drinking coffee four times a day before meals

05.02.2024

Your health

An oncologist pointed out one unexpected symptom before a dangerous diagnosis

Anton Ivanov, an oncologist, oncosurgeon, chemotherapist, MD, stated that brain cancer can be indicated by symptoms such as headaches as well as increased anxiety

02.02.2024

Your health

A doctor has named the three most dangerous fashion diets for your health

An endocrinologist has warned that one of the most unhealthy is ketodieting

31.01.2024

Your health

New risk factors for musculoskeletal diseases are named

Prolonged hyperglycemia has been recognized as a risk factor for musculoskeletal disorders: frozen shoulder syndrome, Dupuytren's disease, snapping finger and carpal tunnel syndrome

29.01.2024

Your health

Kiwis improved your mood in just four days

A randomized placebo-controlled trial found that positive effects on the body from eating kiwis can occur in as little as four days

29.01.2024

Your health

Doctors have named a definitely harmful food that wears out blood vessels faster than fatty meat

Healthy fatty foods in moderation are far less harmful to the body than foods containing spenders

26.01.2024

Your health

Energy drinks again linked to health risks for children and adolescents

British researchers conducted a systematic review of scientific papers and concluded that energy drink use during childhood and adolescence is associated with a variety of behavioral disorders and health problems

25.01.2024

Your health

Dark chocolate consumption was associated with a reduced risk of two cardiovascular diseases

The authors of the new study comprehensively analyzed the association between dark chocolate consumption and multiple cardiovascular diseases, avoiding the influence of distorting factors as much as possible and applying several methods of sensitivity analysis

24.01.2024

Your health

Expert tells why more hair falls out in winter

The main causes of increased hair loss are temperature fluctuations, dry indoor air, and wearing hats

22.01.2024