Yoga Can Lower Fatigue, Inflammation in Breast Cancer Survivors
Practicing yoga for as little as three months can reduce fatigue and lower inflammation in breast cancer survivors, according to…
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Alzheimer protein’s structure may explain its toxicity
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have determined the molecular structure of one of the proteins in the…
Cotton fibres instead of carbon nanotubes
Plant-based cellulose nanofibres do not pose a short-term health risk, especially short fibres, shows a study conducted in the context…
Study illuminates role of cancer drug decitabine in repairing damaged cells
A Purdue University study sheds light on how cell damage is reversed by the cancer drug decitabine and identifies a…
Walking an Extra Two Minutes Each Hour May Offset Hazards of Sitting Too Long
A new study suggests that engaging in low intensity activities such as standing may not be enough to offset the…
Keeping food visible throughout the house is linked to obesity
Researchers have identified two seemingly unrelated but strong predictors of obesity: having low self-esteem related to one’s weight and keeping…
Exercise for people with dementia improves balance and reduces dependence
Regular exercise improves balance for people with dementia and can reduce dependence on assistance. This according to new research on…
Distinguishing coincidence from causality: connections in the climate system
Detecting how changes in one spot on Earth – in temperature, rain, wind – are linked to changes in another,…