The University of Sussex research showed that: 93% of participants had a sense of achievement; 88% saved money; 82% think more deeply about their relationship with drink; 80% feel more in control of their drinking; 76% learned more about when and why they drink; 71% realised they don’t need a drink to enjoy themselves; 70%Continue reading “No alcohol in January: benefits”

Short-chain fatty acid fermentation products of the gut microbiome: implications in autism spectrum disorders. Macfabe DF1. Author information Abstract Recent evidence suggests potential, but unproven, links between dietary, metabolic, infective, and gastrointestinal factors and the behavioral exacerbations and remissions of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Propionic acid (PPA) and its related short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) areContinue reading “Short-chain fatty acid fermentation products of the gut microbiome and the brain”

Obese pregnant mice exhibit changes in social behavior, oxytocin cells, synaptic plasticity, and the microorganism composition of the microbiota, but Lactobacillus reuteri could reverse these changes [46]. Because gut flora imbalance can increase the permeability of the intestinal mucosa, the metabolic products of gut microorganisms and certain cytokines can enter the circulation system and causeContinue reading “Obesity, antibiotic use, gut microbes and brain function”

Clinical hypothyroidism is a pervasive deficit in thyroid hormone actions, leading to the alteration of calorigenesis and oxygen consumption throughout the body and organ-specific effects. Deficiency of T3 actions at the genomic level cause hormonal, biochemical, ion-transport, and mechanical changes in target tissues. T4 is the principal hormone produced by the thyroid gland and inContinue reading “Hypothyroidism and cancer”

Despite improvements in crop production and poverty levels, the WHO estimates that 24% of children are stunted globally, totaling 171 million children. Stunting is a form of chronic malnutrition when children fall below their height-for-age median, leading to cognitive impairment and lifelong economic loss. Nutritional supplementation has failed to improve the prevalence of stunting, promptingContinue reading “Improved sanitation and mycotoxin eradication to prevent stunted growth”

A large body of evidence suggests that the first 1000 d from conception is a critical window in which interventions to address malnutrition will be most effective, but little is known about the impact on linear growth of nutritional interventions in children ≥2 y of age. The aim of this analysis was to evaluate theContinue reading “Positive effects of micronutrients delivered after 24 mo of age”

Evidence suggests that eating nuts may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating almond consumption and risk factors for CVD. MEDLINE, Cochrane Central, Commonwealth Agricultural Bureau, and previous systematic reviews were searched from 1990 through June 2017 for RCTs of ≥3 wkContinue reading “To eat or not to eat almonds”

The main things mold needs to grow in a home are organic materials to feed on and moisture. In houses there are always plenty of organic materials for mold to live on such as wood, drywall and various other building materials. Moisture, on the other hand, can be controlled practically and so keeping the moistureContinue reading “How to Prevent Mold”

New Weapons Against Cancer: Millions of Bacteria Programmed to Kill Genetically modified microbes release “nanobodies” that alert the immune system to cancer in mice, scientists report. A scanning electron micrograph of immune cells, blue, attacking cancer cells. Tumors may elude the immune system, but researchers are harnessing reprogrammed bacteria to destroy cancer cells in mice.CreditSteve Gschmeissner/Science SourceContinue reading “Weapons Against Cancer: Millions of Bacteria Programmed to Kill  “

GUT BACTERIA’S CONNECTIONS TO HUMAN HEALTH AND DISEASE NEUROSCIENCE NEWSMAY 31, 2019 Study goes beyond evaluating the organisms in the microbiome, looking at the functions different bacteria may be performing.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROLOGYNEUROSCIENCEOPEN NEUROSCIENCE ARTICLES6 MIN READ BODY PARTS RESPOND TO DAY AND NIGHT INDEPENDENTLY FROM BRAIN NEUROSCIENCE NEWSMAY 30, 2019 Skin and liver cells appearContinue reading “Sleep and brain cancer”

BIGGER BRAINS COULD INCREASE CANCER RISK NEUROSCIENCE NEWSOCTOBER 29, 2018 A new study reports bigger brain size could mean an increased risk of developing brain cancer. The reason, researchers say, is simple. Bigger brains have more brain cells, and thus a greater potential for cell mutations that lead to cancer.… READ MORE… BRAIN CANCERFEATUREDNEUROLOGY5 MIN READContinue reading “Lungs and brain cancer”

CANCER NEVER RESTS: GENE IMPLICATED IN DISEASE DISRUPTS CIRCADIAN RHYTHM AND METABOLISM NEUROSCIENCE NEWSSEPTEMBER 17, 2015 According to researchers, a cancer causing gene may affect the circadian clock and metabolism by binding to promoter regions in genes responsible for maintaining these biological functions.… READ MORE… BRAIN CANCERFEATUREDGENETICS6 MIN READ BODY PARTS RESPOND TO DAY AND NIGHTContinue reading “Cancer and metabolism”

THE MACABRE WORLD OF MIND CONTROLLING PARASITES NEUROSCIENCE NEWSMAY 1, 2018 Neuroparasitology could shed new light into the neurological basis for behavior and decision making, researchers say.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROSCIENCEOPEN NEUROSCIENCE ARTICLES5 MIN READ MOM’S GUT PARASITES PROTECT BABIES’ BRAINS FROM INFLAMMATION NEUROSCIENCE NEWSJULY 20, 2015 According to a new study, tapeworms can protect infant ratsContinue reading “Parasites and the brain”

What you can do instead? You can use the leftover chicken in salads or sandwich, or re-cook the chicken on the stove on a very low flame. 2. Potatoes How many times have you just reheated this food? One of the most commonly used food item, potatoes are often used in most households during severalContinue reading “Reuse and do not reheat some foods”