Sunday, June 29, 2025

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More Alcohol, Less Brain: An Association That Begins with Just One Drink A Day

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania found that light-to-moderate alcohol intake was linked with reductions in overall brain volume.

Frequent Use of Painkillers Associated with Higher Risk of Tinnitus in Women

A recent study shows frequent use of painkillers such as Aspirin, Acetaminophen, and Advil is associated with a higher risk of tinnitus in women.

Social Isolation and Loneliness Increase Senior Women’s Risk of Heart Disease

According to a recent study, postmenopausal women who suffer both high levels of social isolation and loneliness also have a 27% higher chance of developing heart disease.

Brain Function Boosted by Daily Physical Activity in Middle-Aged, Older Adults

A new study finds daily physical activity boost brain function and cognitive performances in middle-aged, older adults.

Illegal Gold Mining Turns Pristine Rainforests into Mercury Sinks

Illegal gold mining in the Peruvian amazon turns pristine rainforests into heavily polluted mercury sinks--reports a new study.

Genes Linked with a Longer Lifespan in Humans

A group of genes that play an essential role in building components of our cells can also impact human lifespan, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

Supplement Boosts Muscle, Mitochondria Health

An oral supplement intended to stimulate a natural body process appears to promote muscle endurance and mitochondrial health in humans.

Olive Oil Intake Associated with Low Risk of CVD Mortality

More than 7 grimes of olive oil daily reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, neurological sickness, and respiratory disease.

Caffeine Intake Improve Reactions to Moving Targets

New research shows that caffeine intake positively affects dynamic visual acuity and resolves fine details where a relative motion exists between the target and the observer.

Modern Humans Developed a More Effective Protection Against Oxidative Stress

The ancestral variant of glutathione reductase, a key anti-oxidative stress enzyme, produces more reactive oxygen than the modern human variant does.

COVID-19 Vaccine Does Not Increase Risk of Preterm Birth

A new study that looked at 40,000 pregnant cases found that the Covid-19 vaccine does not increase the risk of preterm birth supporting the safety of the vaccination during pregnancy.

Babies Born During COVID-19 Pandemic Score Lower on a Developmental Screening Test

Babies born during the pandemic’s first year scored lower on a developmental screening test of social and motor skills at 6 months compared to babies born just before the pandemic.