No Proof Probiotics Ease Anxiety
Researchers find no evidence to back up the claim that probiotics can help to reduce anxiety.... Read More...
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Mechanism Controlling Multiple Sclerosis Risk Identified
Researchers have identified a new mechanism of a risk gene for multiple sclerosis that triggers the disease via epigentic regulation. The study reports a protective genetic variant can reduce the risk of multiple sclerosis through the same mechanism.... Read More...
Beware of Getting a Tattoo if Your Immune System Isn’t Up to Scratch
A new case study reveals a woman experienced ongoing chronic pain after receiving a tattoo while her immune system was compromised. While the cause of her condition isn't known, doctors believe the pain is likely linked to the tattooing process, which may have been compounded by her compromised immune system.... Read More...
How the Brain Plays a Role in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Peripheral inflammation is associated with brain connectivity and structure in those with rheumatoid arthritis, a new study reports.... Read More...
How a Killer Fungus Unleashes Meningitis and Brain Infections
A new study reveals how early immune response helps spread neurocryptococcosis. The findings may help develop new treatments that can prevent and treat this fungal infection.... Read More...
Gut Microbes May Contribute to Depression and Anxiety in Obesity
Researchers report a link between gut bacteria and psychological distress associated with obesity. Switching mice to high fat diets, researchers reported the animals experienced more depressive and anxiety symptoms. These were improved when antibiotics that alter the gut bacteria were administered.... Read More...
Piglet Study Sheds Light of How Stress is Bad For Your Body
A new study reports early life stress in pigs impacts their health, specifically their GI tract, later in life. The findings could have implications for developing new stress relieving therapies in humans.... Read More...
Is a Stress Shot on the Horizon?
An immunization for stress created from beneficial bacteria could be on the horizon. The vaccine is said to have long lasting anti-inflammatory effects, making people more resilient to the psychological and physical effects of stress.... Read More...
How Does Alcohol Influence Alzheimer’s Development?
A new study reports alcohol may impede the clearance of amyloid beta, a protein associated with Alzheimer's disease, in the brain.... Read More...
The Secret to Longevity is in the Microbiome and Gut
Feeding fruit flies a combination of probiotics and Triphala, a herbal supplement, increased longevity by 60% and protected them against age related diseases, researchers report.... Read More...
Social Ties May Preserve Memory and Slow Brain Aging
A new study reveals a positive link between socializing, improved memory and a reduced rate of brain aging in mice. Mice who were housed in pairs showed less sings of inflammation and tissue erosion in the hippocampus, researchers report. ... Read More...
Hay Fever Increases Depression and Anxiety Risk in Teens
A new study reveals adolescents who suffer from hay fever may be at higher risk of developing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Additionally, those with the allergy have lower resistance to stress, are more impulsive and exhibit more hostility, researchers report. ... Read More...