The level of magnesium in the blood is an important factor in the immune system’s ability to tackle pathogens and cancer cells. Writing in the journal Cell, researchers from the
Epstein-Barr Virus May be Leading Cause of Multiple Sclerosis
A new study provides compelling evidence of causality between Epstein-Barr virus and multiple sclerosis. It suggests that most MS cases could be prevented by stopping EBV infection, and that targeting
School Closures Led to More Sleep and Improved Quality of Life for Adolescents
The school closures in spring 2020 had a negative effect on the health and well-being of many young people. But homeschooling also had a positive flipside: Thanks to sleeping longer
Exercise Enhances Nerve Transmission and Improves Brain Chemistry to Protect Aging Brains
The brains of active older adults have higher levels of a class of proteins that have been shown to enhance the connections between neurons to maintain healthy cognition, a UC
Common Compound in Consumer Products Harms Microbiome, Triggers Gut Inflammation
A new study conducted in mice demonstrates precisely how triclosan, an antimicrobial found in many household items, including some toothpastes, toys and thousands of other products, can trigger gut inflammation.
Naturally Occurring Protein Reverses Muscle Wasting From Disease, Aging and Trauma
A discovery by Australian scientists may lead to faster recovery from muscle injuries and prevention of sarcopenia and related muscle wasting diseases. When muscles are damaged, whether from day-to-day activities,
Bleeding Gums Increase Risk of Heart Disease, Diabetes, Autoimmune and Mental Health Disorders in New Study
British researchers have published a new study showing that people with periodontal disease face a significantly high risk of developing a range of other illnesses, including cardiovascular disease (heart failure,
“Nocturnal Asthma” Study – How Melatonin Worsens Asthmatic Symptoms at Night
Patients with asthma often experience a worsening of asthmatic symptoms at night in so-called “nocturnal asthma.” According to reports, more than 50% of asthma deaths occur at night, exposing a
Reversing Cataracts Linked to 30% Lower Risk of Developing Dementia
Cataracts affect most older adults at risk for dementia, and now researchers are finding strong evidence that cataract surgery is associated with a lower risk of developing dementia. The Adult
A Natural Approach to Restoring the Healing Benefits of Deep, Slow Wave Sleep
Hyla Cass, MD I’m seeing increasing numbers of patients with sleep problems, ranging from difficulty in falling asleep, to being unable to sleep soundly through the night. Rather than waking