Science and Technology

Weight loss drug found to be able to shrink heart muscle in mice and human cells

Trendy weight-loss drugs that have been touted for their ability to shrink waistlines may also shrink the size of the heart and other muscles, according to a new University of Alberta study.

Published: 21 November 2024, 19:56

Cigarette smoke alters microbiota and increases flu severity

A new study has found that cigarette smoke may cause disturbances in the oropharyngeal microbiota that worsen the severity of influenza A virus infection.

Published: 21 November 2024, 18:56

Study links gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) to increased risk factors for cardiovascular disease

A recent study published in the Journal of Translational Internal Medicine provides significant data on the impact of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) on cardiovascular health.

Published: 21 November 2024, 18:39

Stress and mental health during pregnancy affect the oral microbiome

The amount and type of microbes in the saliva of pregnant women varies depending on whether they are experiencing life stress, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Published: 21 November 2024, 16:57

Antibiotic activity altered by interaction with nanoplastics

A recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports has found that the adsorption of antibiotics on microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) leads to serious health consequences.

Published: 21 November 2024, 12:57

Chances of survival for a sports-related heart attack are significantly higher

Most cases of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) during sport are preventable, and emergency care using cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillators in the sport context can be significantly improved.

Published: 21 November 2024, 12:35

Diabetes drugs reduce asthma attacks by up to 70% by changing treatment approaches

Research has shown that common diabetes drugs are transforming asthma treatment by reducing the frequency of attacks, regardless of weight or blood sugar control.

Published: 21 November 2024, 12:06

Clinical study confirms kimchi's effectiveness in fighting obesity

A research team led by Dr. Sung-Wook Hong from the World Kimchi Institute, in collaboration with Pusan National University Hospital, conducted a clinical study on the effects of kimchi on obesity and gut microbiota.

Published: 21 November 2024, 10:04

Meal timing affects glucose tolerance and overall health

Consuming more than 45% of daily calories after 5pm is associated with elevated blood glucose levels, which can be harmful to health, regardless of weight or body fat content.

Published: 20 November 2024, 19:20

Controlled experiment examines how time zone change can disrupt metabolism

New research from the University of Surrey and the University of Aberdeen has found that disruptions to the biological clock, such as those caused by jet lag, affect metabolism, but to a lesser extent than sleepiness and the brain's basic biological rhythm.

Published: 20 November 2024, 19:01