Tag: inflammation
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Long COVID: How Inflammation and Tiny Clots Might Drive Persistent Symptoms
Understanding Long COVID: Beyond the Initial Infection Long COVID remains a complex and evolving condition. While many people recover from the acute phase of COVID-19, a subset experiences persistent symptoms that linger for weeks or months. Scientists are now piecing together a multifaceted picture: lingering virus particles in the body, ongoing low-grade inflammation, and tiny…
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Post-Stroke Injection Protects Brain in Preclinical Study
Overview: A New Approach to Stroke Care When a stroke hits, restoring blood flow is the first priority to save lives. Yet the very act of reperfusing the brain can trigger a secondary wave of damage, known as reperfusion injury, that worsens inflammation and neuronal death. In a recent preclinical study, researchers tested a post-stroke…
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Post-Stroke Injection Protects the Brain in Preclinical Study
New Findings Suggest a Post-Stroke Injection Could Mitigate Brain Damage In the race against stroke, every minute counts. While restoring blood flow to the brain is essential to save lives, the sudden return of blood can paradoxically cause additional harm. Emerging preclinical research now suggests that a targeted injection administered after a stroke may protect…
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Ten Minutes to Transform: Short Workouts for Bowel Cancer Protection
Quick workouts, big impact: what the new findings say In our busy mornings, squeezing in exercise often feels like a stretch too far. Yet a growing body of research from Newcastle University suggests that even short bouts of activity—just 10 minutes at a time—can meaningfully influence bowel cancer biology. The idea is simple: brief, regular…
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Soft Wireless Bioelectronic Implant Targets the Splenic Nerve to Reduce Inflammation
New Frontiers in Treating Chronic Inflammation For millions living with chronic inflammatory diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), managing flare-ups means navigating a complex landscape of medications, monitoring side effects, and weighing quality of life. A new study published in National Science Review unveils a promising avenue: a soft, wireless bioelectronic implant that targets…
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Watercress: The World’s Top Anti-Aging Food, Backed by Science
Unlocking the Fountain of Youth in a Leaf: Why Watercress Tops the Anti-Aging List Watercress, often dismissed as a simple salad green, is shining as one of the world’s most potent anti-aging foods. Known locally as jalakumbhee in parts of Asia and cherished worldwide, this peppery leafy vegetable packs a powerful combination of antioxidants, vitamins,…
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Watercress: The Top Anti-Aging Food for Radiant Skin Health
Why watercress tops the list of anti-aging foods When people seek edible solutions for aging, they often focus on lifestyle and skincare routines. Yet one humble green leaf consistently earns its place at the forefront: watercress. Known locally as jalakumbhee in some regions, this peppery leafy green is packed with a unique blend of antioxidants,…
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Watercress: The World’s Top Anti-Aging Food Backed by Science
Introduction: Why Watercress Tops the Anti-Aging List From ancient kitchens to modern wellness labs, watercress has built a reputation as one of the most powerful anti-aging foods in the world. Also known as jalakumbhee, this peppery leafy green is not just a garnish; it is a nutrient-dense superfood packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and specialized compounds…
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Microbes May Spark Early Stages of Ulcerative Colitis, New Study Suggests
New Findings Challenge Traditional Views of Ulcerative Colitis For years, scientists have framed ulcerative colitis (UC) as a disease driven largely by an overactive immune system and damage to the gut’s epithelial barrier. A new study, however, proposes a shift in thinking: microorganisms in the gut may initiate the earliest steps of UC, setting off…
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Two Jabs a Year: The Life-Changing Asthma Drug Depemokimab
New Hope for Asthma Sufferers: Depemokimab reduces treatment burden In a breakthrough that could redefine how asthma is managed, scientists are reporting that depemokimab, a biologic drug, may offer life-changing relief with just two injections annually. The trials, led by researchers including Ian Pavord of the University of Oxford, position depemokimab as a potent alternative…