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Gut Health's Crucial Role in Eczema (Itchy Skin) Discovered
Publicado em 18 de dezembro de 2023
Atopic dermatitis (AD) presents as a persistent inflammatory skin ailment characterized by redness, swelling, and itchy rashes, typically more prevalent in individuals with a genetic inclination. The onset and severity of symptoms rely on the interaction among the immune system, environmental elements, and gut microbiota. While many facets of this intricate condition remain unexplored, recent studies have shed light on significant contributors.
Changes in gut microbiota composition can [...]
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Promising Strategy Amidst the 20% Rise in Zika Cases
Publicado em 11 dezembro 2023Potential strategy to combat the Zika virus (ZIKV) has been highlighted by a new study, providing hope for the development of much-needed medications or vaccines as cases increase by 20% in 2023, as published in the journal PLOS ONE, by researchers at São Paulo State University (UNESP) in Brazil (1✔). Among the results reported in the article are those of in vitro tests confirming the antiviral effects of a nanoemulsion made from the oil of copaiba (Copaifera [...]ver notícia -
Nematodes Have Revulsion to Odor That Adds Years to Life
Publicado em 31 outubro 2023Aversion to offensive odors in nematode species, Caenorhabditis elegans, may hold the secret to a longer, healthier life (1 ✔). Although nematodes (roundworms or threadworms) do not look remotely like humans, for about 50 years they have been used as a model for biological studies.ver notícia -
Plate of a Vegan Diet: A Path to Health or Eating Disorder?
Publicado em 30 setembro 2023A team of researchers from the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil embarked on a study to ascertain the prevalence of maladaptive eating behavior within the community of individuals adhering to vegan diets, which have gained popularity in the current era of heightened sustainability awareness. As outlined in their research article published in the JAMA Network Open journal, they identified "distorted attitudes towards eating" in a mere 0.6% of nearly 1,000 participants, [...]ver notícia -
Foresee Pharmaceuticals Announces Publication of Preclinical Data in Nature Communications Demonstrating the Therapeutic Potential of ALDH2 Activator AD-9308 in the Treatment of Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome-Related Disorders
Publicado em 29 setembro 2023TAIPEI, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Foresee Pharmaceuticals (TPEx: 6576), ("Foresee") announced today preclinical data in Nature Communications, demonstrating that activation of Aldehyde Dehydrogenase 2 (ALDH2) with Foresee's oral ALDH2 activator AD-9308, significantly ameliorates diet-induced obesity and fatty liver, and improves glucose homeostasis in both male Aldh2 wild-type and dominant-negative Glu504Lys (ALDH2*2) knock-in mice with diet-induced obesity. The article [...]ver notícia -
Physical Activity's Importance in Combating Sedentary Lifestyle
Publicado em 16 setembro 2023Similar to the impacts of physical inactivity, excessive and prolonged sedentary behavior (like sitting for long hours) can cause a variety of health issues, including insulin resistance, vascular dysfunction, decreased cardio-respiratory fitness, loss of muscle mass and strength, increased total body and visceral fat, and more. These findings were published in the journal Physiological Reviews (1 ✔). Researchers at the University of São Paulo's Medical School (FM-USP), Brazil [...]ver notícia -
Coconut Oil Supplements Linked to Fuel Obesity
Publicado em 01 setembro 2023Coconut oil intake in small amounts is beneficial. However, coconut oil supplements consumed regularly on long term basis, may significantly impact metabolic alterations in food that contribute to the development of obesity and associated comorbidities. This study was conducted in mice by researchers at Metabolic Disturbance Laboratory (LabDiMe) at the State University of Campinas's School of Applied Sciences (FCA-UNICAMP) in São Paulo state, Brazil and published in [...]ver notícia -
Disease-Causing Bacteria Found in Sanitized Ready-To-Eat Salad
Publicado em 29 agosto 2023Inadequate microbiological safety in minimally processed vegetables (MPVs) highlights the need for rigorous best practices across the entire supply chain, stated research published in the journal Foods. (1✔) Data is presented on hygiene indicators and pathogenic microorganisms, especially Escherichia coli (the main indicator of fecal contamination), Salmonella spp., and Listeria monocytogenes, with prevalence rates ranging from 0.7% to 100%, 0.6% to 26.7%, and 0.2% to [...]ver notícia -
Uprise of Dark Kitchens in Brazil's Food Delivery Market
Publicado em 07 agosto 2023Dark kitchens contribute to 30% of all food orders via Brazil's primary food delivery app, raising concerns about noise, smells, biker traffic, and health and safety issues, as per the researchers' findings. About a third of the restaurants listed on iFood, the food delivery app most used by Brazilians, are "dark kitchens", according to the first study of the topic conducted in Brazil, and one of only a few worldwide (1✔). An article on the study is [...]ver notícia -
Resistance Training can Build Resilience Against Alzheimer's Disease
Publicado em 06 julho 2023As many as 55 million people have dementia globally. Dementia results from a variety of diseases and injuries that affect the brain. Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia and may contribute to 60-70% of cases (1✔). Working out regularly, like resistance training can prevent or at the minimum delay the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. This makes it a simple, accessible, and affordable treatment. This is in accordance with an article [...]ver notícia