Just three minutes of exposure to deep red light once a week, in the morning, can significantly improve declining eyesight, according to a pioneering new study by researchers at University
Deleting Dysfunctional Fat Cells Alleviates Diabetes
Eliminating old, dysfunctional cells in human fat also alleviates signs of diabetes, researchers from UConn Health report. The discovery could lead to new treatments for Type 2 diabetes and other
Researchers Link Vascular Defects to Progression of Parkinson’s Disease
In an unexpected discovery, researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center have identified what appears to be a significant vascular defect in patients with moderately severe Parkinson’s disease. The finding could
Obesity Increases Risk of Gum Disease, Destruction of Jaw Bone Tissues
Chronic inflammation caused by obesity may trigger the development of cells that break down bone tissue, including the bone that holds teeth in place, according to new University at Buffalo
Severe Spinal Cord Injuries Reversed, Repaired by New Injectable Therapy
Researchers from Northwestern University have developed a new injectable therapy that harnesses “dancing molecules” to reverse paralysis and repair tissue after severe spinal cord injuries. In the new study, published
Hormone Widely Used to Treat Autism Fails to Show Benefit in New Study
Oxytocin, a naturally occurring hormone that acts as a chemical messenger in the brain, showed no evidence of helping children with autism gain social skills, according to a large national
Phthalates, Other Plasticizers Found in Cheeseburgers and Popular Fast Foods
Chicken nuggets, burritos and other popular items consumers buy from fast food outlets in the United States contain chemicals that are linked to a long list of serious health problems,
Research Summary: Advanced Herbal Support for Heart Health
Despite significant declines in absolute numbers, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S. Unfortunately, few people realize how serious the issue is, according to Dr. Robert
Highly Processed Foods Harm Memory in the Aging Brain – Omega-3 Supplements May Help
Four weeks on a diet of highly processed food led to a strong inflammatory response in the brains of aging rats that was accompanied by behavioral signs of memory loss,
Scientists Discover How ‘Assassin’ T Cells Reload Their Weapons to Kill and Kill Again
Cambridge researchers have discovered how T cells – an important component of our immune system – are able keep on killing as they hunt down and kill cancer cells, repeatedly