Massive study finds most statin side effects aren’t caused by the drugs
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, responsible for about 20 million deaths each year and roughly a quarter of all deaths in the UK. Statins…
A surprising CBD advance calms pain without side effects
Many people use CBD-infused oils and lotions believing they offer an easy and relatively low-risk way to ease discomfort. However, scientists still have a limited understanding of how CBD actually…
Nanotech makes cancer drug 20,000x stronger, without side effects
In a major step toward improving cancer treatment, researchers at Northwestern University have redesigned the molecular structure of a widely used chemotherapy drug, making it far more soluble, potent, and…
Scientists uncover meditation’s hidden side effects
Meditation is now widely promoted as a tool for everything from reducing stress to improving productivity. It has become a go-to approach for supporting mental well-being across many settings. However,…
Scientists find brain cell switch that could reverse obesity’s effects
Researchers show astrocytes can be tuned to reverse some obesity-driven brain and metabolic changes, revealing untapped therapeutic potential. Credit: Shutterstock Fatty diets and obesity affect the structure and function of…
The effects of smoking, drinking and lack of exercise are felt by the age of 36, new research indicates
Bad habits such as smoking, heavy drinking and lack of exercise must be tackled as early as possible to boost the odds of a happy and healthy old age. That…
Routine asthma test more reliable in the morning and has seasonal effects, say doctors
A lung function test used to help diagnose asthma works better in the morning, becoming less reliable throughout the day, Cambridge researchers have found. Using real world data from 1,600…
The unforseen effects of melting glaciers on Arctic coastal ecosystems
Researchers found that climate change induced glacial melt increases the heavy metal content and changes the microbiome of habitat-forming brown algae in Arctic fjords. As algae are at the basis…
Solar and electric-powered homes feel the effects of power outages differently
As winter storms and summer heat waves increasingly stress the nation’s power grids, Stevens researchers have developed a new way to identify the homes most vulnerable to blackouts — without…
Cocoa or green tea could protect you from the negative effects of fatty foods during mental stress
New research has found that a flavanol-rich cocoa drink can protect the body’s vasculature against stress even after eating high-fat food. Food choices made during periods of stress can influence…