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It’s no secret that artificial sweeteners have been gradually replacing sugar in our daily diets, becoming increasingly prevalent in a variety of food and beverage products. One of the most commonly used sugar substitutes is Erythritol, which can be found in your morning coffee, protein bars, and a wide range of low-carb dietary products.

Artificial sweetener directly linked to blood clots and heart disease

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Researchers have found that dietary interventions may fight obesity by boosting mitochondrial function in certain key cells, thereby lowering systemic inflammation.

Dietary changes may treat obesity by giving mitochondria a boost

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Scientists looking to tackle our ongoing obesity crisis have made an important discovery: Intermittent calorie restriction leads to significant changes both in the gut and the brain, which may open up new options for maintaining a healthy weight.



					
			

Researchers from China studied 25 volunteers classed as obese over a period of 62 days, during which they took part in an intermittent energy restriction (IER) program – a regime that involves careful control of calorie intake and relative fasting on some days.
Not only did the participants in the study lose weight – 7.6 kilograms (16.8 pounds) or 7.8 percent of their body...

Fasting-Style Diet Seems to Result in Dynamic Changes to Human Brains

Tralokinumab normalized expression of AD biomarkers in serum and lesional skin. Tralokinumab improved epidermal pathology and reduced inflammatory mediators and abnormal skin barrier markers. Tralokinumab improved epidermal pathology, reduced inflammation and changed significant skin biomarkers in patients with atopic dermatitis, according to a study published in The European Journal of...

Tralokinumab treatment may neutralize IL-13 in patients with atopic dermatitis

Antihypertensive treatment in later life may prevent Alzheimer’s disease. All-cause dementia risk was elevated in the presence of high BP and not significantly affected by treatment. Treating high blood pressure later in life may mitigate risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease among older individuals, according to a meta-analysis published in...

Alzheimer’s risk altered by late-life high BP, antihypertensive treatment

It’s no revelation that the human body undergoes natural wear and tear as we age. But you might be surprised to discover that this process isn’t as gradual as we’d presumed. A recent study reveals some remarkable truths about aging, specifically when and how our bodies start...

Discovery: Human bodies begin breaking down at a very precise age

You’ve probably already heard of the ‘gut-brain axis’. It’s the biochemical signaling pathway between the gastrointestinal tract and your central nervous system, which has already been associated with bowel disease and dementia, as well as GERD and chronic headaches. It’s also why a good night’s sleep...

7 GI conditions linked with brain aneurysm

From 1,345 Pounds to 139 Pounds: The Remarkable Journey of Khalid bin Mohsen Shaari. In an extraordinary feat of medical science and human determination, Khalid bin Mohsen Shaari, once the world’s heaviest man alive, has shed an astonishing 1,195 pounds (542 kg), thanks to the intervention of Saudi Arabia’s former King Abdullah. Shaari, who initially tipped the scales at 1,345 pounds (610 kg), now weighs a mere 139 pounds (63 kg).

World’s heaviest man alive loses 1,195 pounds in historic transformation

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Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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Supplements are often taken to improve health and fill nutritional gaps, but not all are as beneficial as they seem. Some supplements, particularly when taken in excess or without proper guidance, can have unintended negative effects. For example, certain supplements can unknowingly contribute to high blood pressure and increase the risk of cardiovascular events.

4 Worst Supplements That Could Actually Lead To High Blood Pressure And Cardiovascular Events: Licorice Root & More

It's natural to experience some cognitive decline as we age, but not all cognitive deficits are a result of dementia. There are a variety of hormonal conditions and nutrient deficiencies that can present similar symptoms. If you’re having trouble concentrating or experiencing some memory loss, don’t panic just yet—rule out...

3 Conditions That Cause Cognitive Decline (But Aren't Dementia)

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Muscle wasting (atrophy) is the loss of muscle mass and strength, often caused by advancing age or physical inactivity. Wasting of muscle tissue can also occur with malnutrition and various nerve or muscle-related health conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), muscular dystrophy, or spinal muscular atrophy. Chronic diseases associated...

What Medical Conditions Can Cause Muscle Wasting?

An anti-inflammatory diet reduced the risk of dementia by 31% in people even if they had type 2 diabetes, heart disease or stroke, according to a new study.

Eating these foods lowers dementia risk, even with type 2 diabetes and heart disease, study says

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Among patients with fibromyalgia, there was a moderate negative correlation between vitamin D and physical functioning as well as between magnesium and stiffness. An exploratory study evaluating the link between specific micronutrients and the symptoms of fibromyalgia revealed vitamin D and magnesium played a role in physical function and stiffness among patients.1.

Vitamin D, Magnesium Deficiency Linked to Worse Fibromyalgia Symptoms

Who would ever think that the cozy corners of your garden could harbor something deadly? Well, it’s time to believe it. Researchers have stumbled upon a tenacious, life-threatening fungus taking cover in the soils of our home gardens. This isn’t any typical garden-variety intruder, so to speak. It is...

Deadly fungus found in garden soils across America

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Brain stimulation may be the new frontier in obesity treatment

As the global obesity crisis intensifies, researchers are increasingly turning to innovative solutions to combat this pressing health issue. A cutting-edge project led by a team...

Brain stimulation may be the new frontier in obesity treatment

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