In recent years, the gut microbiome has been identified as a major player in determining an individual’s health. Attempts to understand the microbiome, a collection of microscopic organisms, including healthy bacteria, has been the target of a significant body of research. For example, studies examining dietary impact on health have acknowledged how individualized gut microbiota […]
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The parasite that causes Toxoplasmosis, Toxoplasma gondii, is common and may be found in undercooked or contaminated meat, and cat feces. So most people who have a littler box at home have been exposed to the parasite. While it doesn’t usually cause harm, it can lead to serious problems in fetal development, and may also
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Scientists have come forward with data to explain a puzzling clinical phenomenon—people with asthma have a reduced risk of developing brain tumors. This concept was first brought to light over a decade ago as researchers saw distinct patterns emerge from epidemiological data. However, the debate on the nature and cause of this association remained a
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A new study reported in Nature Communications has shown how the body might use fat as fuel in the battle against a Salmonella infection. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Salmonella bacteria cause an estimated 1.35 million infections every year in the United States alone. The symptoms include vomiting, abdominal pain, or fever, and may lead to
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It’s no secret that what we eat has a significant impact on our health, both physically and mentally. For example, many foods contain compounds that can help reduce inflammation in the body, promoting heart and neurological health. We’re constantly told we should eat less red meat (reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease) and eat more
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The coronavirus pandemic continues to rage throughout the world. Despite widespread vaccine coverage in many developed areas of the world, there is still a severe lack of vaccine availability for many areas of the world. Earlier this year, it was noted that the it would take some time for vaccines to become available in more underdeveloped
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