Tag: Science

Ketogenic Diet Can Help Improve Autoimmune Diseases: Current Studies

The benefits of a ketogenic diet may extend far beyond weight loss. It may also benefit those with autoimmune disorders. Why Does Ketogenic Diet Help With Autoimmune Disease? Surrounded by controversy, this dietary approach is characterized by low consumption of carbohydrates, (less than 50 grams per day) and a higher intake of fat. The diet is often demonized for…


President Biden Has Cancerous Lesions Removed, 5 Warning Signs of Skin Cancer

President Joe Biden was discovered to have skin cancer at his annual physical in February and underwent surgery to remove it. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States but if detected early, can be effectively treated. According to doctors, five signs indicate whether spots on the skin are cancerous. White House…


Innovative Drug Delivery System Holds Promise for Treating Obesity and Its Complications

A research team from the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine at the Chinese University of Hong Kong has developed a new delivery system for thyroid hormone (TH) using nanoparticles modified with an adipose-homing peptide. This system selectively transports TH to adipose tissues, which could advance the treatment of obesity-related medical complications and reduce the…


Top 3 Worst Sitting Postures That Harm Your Spine

To maintain a healthy spine, it is crucial to have proper sitting posture. Incorrect postures such as hunching or sitting in a half-reclined position can damage the spine, leading to pain in the shoulders, neck, and lower back. Top 3 Worst Sitting Postures for Your Spine, Hunching Takes the Lead 1. Hunching Hunching is widely…


Study: One Bacteria May Trigger Fatty Liver Disease 

A new study in mice from the University of Missouri-Columbia is shedding light on how diet seems to change the specific bacterial makeup of the gut and instigate a metabolic process that leads to fat buildup in the liver. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, also known as fatty liver disease, has few symptoms. However, the risk…


Study Shows Evening Exercises Can Lower Blood Sugar and Insulin Levels

A New Zealand study has found that regular, light exercises at night can be particularly effective for improving health by breaking the prolonged period of sitting time that tends to happen in the evening when people have their largest meals and consume the bulk of their online streaming services. The researchers found that interrupting periods…


Uncrewed Russian Spacecraft That Leaked Coolant Lands Safely

MOSCOW—A Russian space capsule safely returned to Earth without a crew Tuesday, months after it suffered a coolant leak in orbit. The Soyuz MS-22 leaked coolant in December while attached to the International Space Station. Russian space officials blamed the leak on a tiny meteoroid that punctured the craft’s external radiator. They launched an empty…


Massive Uptick in Tic Disorders During the Pandemic, 1 Unexpected Remedy

Many diseases have a cure, yet many more that do not. These include neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease, balding, and disorders such as autism or Tourette syndrome. What is surprising is that the frequency of Tourette syndrome, or more generally tic disorders, has increased dramatically throughout the pandemic, especially for young teenage girls. What…


The 3 Tiers of Doctors Forum: How to Heal the Country

Modern life can be exhilarating—but living at a fast pace also brings worries, stress, tension, anxiety, and even mental exhaustion. In today’s chaotic world, many people are looking for a sense of peace and good health. Dr. Yang Jingduan, a well-known Chinese psychiatrist in Philadelphia, launched a series of lectures titled “The Three Tiers of Doctors…


The Culprit Behind the Cruise Ship Outbreaks: Norovirus

Recently, there have been many media reports on infection outbreaks on several cruise ships with tens—even hundreds—of guests having gastrointestinal symptoms and overwhelming onboard medical staff. Although these cases are still being investigated, it is widely believed that these outbreaks were due to norovirus. Norovirus 101 Norovirus is a zoonotic virus that likely mutated so that…