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BPA is More Prevalent in Humans than First Thought

BPA is being found in higher levels in humans as a result of newer testing technology

Scientists have found levels of BPA in humans could be as much as 44 times higher than initially thought which would make it far higher than levels deemed safe by the FDA.

, December 09, 2019


Surgery Might Be Unnecessary for Shoulder Fracture

Pins, screws and plates might not be the best course of action to heal a broken shoulder.

New research reveals a more conservative approach that includes just immobilizing the shoulder in a sling to could be just as effective as surgery when healing a shoulder fracture.

, September 30, 2019


Mouthwash Blocks the Benefits of Exercise

Rinsing your mouth with antibacterial mouthwash after working out is not a good idea.

Researchers at the University of Plymouth (England) have discovered using antibacterial mouthwash after working out cuts the blood pressure reduction of exercise by as much as 60 percent.

, September 09, 2019


Fried Foods Worsen Colon Troubles

Fried foods cause a long list of health problems in the colon according to new research.

Scientists fed mice canola oil that had previously been used in a deep-fryer and it caused an increase in inflammation in the colon, enhanced tumor growth and worsened gut leakage which spread bacteria into the bloodstream.

, August 30, 2019


Scientists Show it’s Possible to Reverse Brain Aging

Scientists have discovered a way to reverse the aging of brain cells in a lab and hope to build on that research.

Through a novel approach to looking at brain aging, researchers at the University of Cambridge were able to cause old brain cells in rats to rejuvenate and act like younger cells and also make young cells behave like old cells.

, August 26, 2019


Medical Radiation Jump Starts Cancer Cells

CT Scans are thought to be safe but new research shows there is a cancer concern.

Researchers from the University of Cambridge found even low doses of radiation promoted the spread of cancer-capable cells in healthy tissue.

, August 05, 2019


Babies on Farms Build Better Immune Systems

Too clean might not be good when it comes to raising children.

Researchers found babies exposed to farm animals while growing up have a more diverse gut microbiome and robust immune system.

, July 29, 2019


Agricultural Pesticide Use Linked to Teen Depression

Teens living near flower farms are being impacted by chemical exposure.

An elevated risk for depression in teens has been established as a result of the pesticides sprayed on the flower fields of Ecuador.

, July 08, 2019


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