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Butyrate — The Metabolic Powerhouse Fueling the Gut and Beyond

Mercola

Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) play an important role in human health, particularly within the gastrointestinal tract. They are produced in the colon through the bacterial fermentation of dietary fiber, the indigestible component of plant-based foods. This fermentation process transforms complex carbohydrates into various SCFAs, including acetate, propionate and butyrate, each with distinct physiological effects.

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Odisha tribal healer’s remedies for chronic diseases to undergo scientific validation under Ministry of Ayush initiative

The Hindu

The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences has signed a non-disclosure agreement with Hari Pangi for the preservation and validation of local tribal health traditions being practised at his village in Koraput district

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How going flouride-free has impacted one Alaskan city

NPR Health

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the new head of theU.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has said he'll recommend removing fluoride from the country's drinking water. Juneau, Alaska, did so in 2007.

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Novel method for generating antibodies could revolutionize Alzheimer's and Parkinson's research

News Medical Health Sciences

In diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, specific proteins misfold and clump together, forming toxic aggregates that damage brain cells.

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How to avoid parental burnout

NPR Health

As any parent knows, kids can be exhausting. The Surgeon General even warned recently that parental burnout was an urgent public health issue. So, what can parents do?

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ADHD symptoms increase risk of e-cigarette and tobacco use in U.S. youths

News Medical Health Sciences

A new study finds that U.S. youths with symptomatic ADHD are significantly more likely to initiate e-cigarette and tobacco use over time, highlighting the need for early intervention and effective ADHD management.

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Can changing how we think about being alone reduce loneliness?

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers found that negative media portrayals of being alone increase loneliness by shaping harmful beliefs, while positive portrayals reduce loneliness, a pattern observed across nine countries.

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Fibrous super-bridging agents simultaneously improve contaminants removal and sludge dewatering via a very compact three-in-one process

NPJ Clean Water

npj Clean Water, Published online: 17 February 2025; doi:10.

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Obesity and cognition: Surprising study links higher BMI to better memory

News Medical Health Sciences

Higher BMI in early adulthood and midlife is linked to better memory performance, particularly in men and Black Americans, challenging traditional views on obesity and cognition.

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Capturing glacier calving with time-lapse camera arrays

Nature Reviews Earth & Environment

Nature Reviews Earth & Environment, Published online: 17 February 2025; doi:10.1038/s43017-025-00649-y Connie Harpur explains how time-lapse camera arrays can be used to capture glacier calving activity.

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Vaping and gum health: How does it compare to smoking?

News Medical Health Sciences

A systematic review found that e-cigarette users show increased plaque and inflammation markers compared to non-smokers, though their gum health fares better than traditional smokers. However, the certainty of these findings is low due to study bias.

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Using spectrophotometry to measure nutrient concentrations in the field

Nature Reviews Earth & Environment

Nature Reviews Earth & Environment, Published online: 17 February 2025; doi:10.1038/s43017-025-00648-z Chequita Brooks explains how spectrophotometry can be used to measure concentrations of important molecules in the environment.

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New research sheds light on brain inflammation in Alzheimer's

News Medical Health Sciences

Brain inflammation, while a crucial part of the body's immune response, takes on a detrimental role in Alzheimer's disease.

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Weekly Health Quiz: Big Pharma, Statin Risks and Vitamin K

Mercola

1 If you or a loved one have been taking statins for over three years, what long-term health effects might you both face? A reduced need for regular health screenings Improved eye health and lower risk of vision issues An increased risk of developing glaucoma and other side effects Long-term statin use has been linked to a higher risk of glaucoma, along with side effects like muscle pain, Type 2 diabetes, and cataracts.

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Diabetes drugs may boost brain health but experts warn of risks

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers reviewed 374 studies to explore how GLP-1RAs, originally for diabetes, may impact brain health, finding potential benefits for dementia and addiction but inconsistent results for mood disorders.

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Low-Level Chronic Glyphosate Linked to Fetal Harms and Reproductive Toxicity

Mercola

Youre living in a world where a common product used in gardens and the food supply could impact your ability to have children. Glyphosate, the active ingredient in many popular weed killers, is raising concerns about its effects on fertility and fetal health, even with low-level exposure. Glyphosate is a widely used herbicide, a chemical designed to kill unwanted plants or weeds.

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NYU Langone Super Bowl Ad Claimed “We’re #1,” But Where’s Scorecard?

The Health Care Blog

By MICHAEL MILLENSON When the Philadelphia Eagles thrashed the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in Super Bowl, no one disputed that they sat at the peak of professional football. In contrast, NYU Langone Healths multi-million-dollar Super Bowl ad claiming #1 for quality care in the U.S. gave viewers just 2 seconds to read the very small print at the bottom of the screen providing an obscure justification for that championship status.