Vitamin D slows ageing by nearly 75 percent in first large-scale trial
Researchers at Mass General Brigham find vitamin D3 supplements prevented almost 3 years of telomere shortening (ageing factor) over 4 year trial period, slowing biological aging.
Sleepy greens: Melatonin microinjectors extend veggie shelf life
MIT and SMART researchers use biodegradable microneedles to inject melatonin, extending pak choy’s shelf life significantly.
Supreme antivenom made from man bitten hundreds of times
Researchers at Stanford University developed universal antivenom using antibodies from hyperimmune donor Tim Friede.
Anticancer mechanisms of indigenous Nigerian whole foods
Researchers from the University of Lagos explore how bioactive compounds in local plants could enhance cancer treatment.
New study finds that tea and chocolate may help lower blood pressure
University of Surrey research reveals flavan-3-ols in cocoa and tea improve cardiovascular health and reduce hypertension.
Chimpanzees use medicinal leaves to perform first aid
University of Oxford researchers discover chimpanzees in Uganda using plants to treat wounds in their community.
New research suggests drinking coffee may reduce the risk of frailty
Researchers at the University of Amsterdam find 4-6 daily coffee cups linked to lower frailty risk.
Ancient Andes society used hallucinogens to strengthen social order
Researchers from the University of Florida uncover evidence of psychoactive plant use in Chavín de Huántar rituals in modern-day Peru.
Lab-grown teeth might become an alternative to fillings following research breakthrough
King’s College London pioneers lab-grown teeth, potentially enabling natural tooth regeneration and reducing invasive dental procedures.
High blood pressure? Eat more bananas
University of Waterloo study reveals potassium-rich diets, including bananas, may lower blood pressure more effectively than reducing salt.