Rachel Tunis

@UoG Bio-Medical Science//Neuro Student 🩺 🧠 #BIOM4110

[Ru Semage @cardio4180]

Another phenomenal lecture in #BIOM4110 today with guest lecture Jyoti Sharma. Agricultural animals play an important nutritional role in feeding the majority of our population. Without reproductive biotechnologies, it would be immensely hard for our growing population to thrive.

[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

It has been discovered that the NLRP3 inflammasome contributes to the depletion of the ovarian follicle reserve in aging mice. By suppressing this inflammatory process, could ovarian aging be delayed, and the fertile window be prolonged? 🤔 #BIOM4110

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[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

@lang_rianna https://t.co/dVaRdkcm9U #BIOM4110

[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

@lang_rianna @lang_rianna New research suggests that cesarean babies may have an impaired immune system later in life due to their lack of exposure to maternal bacteria at birth.This may explain why these children suffer more frequently from chronic, immune system-linked diseases! #BIOM4110

[Pavneesh Madan @pavneeshmadan]

Kudos to all the #BIOM4110 students for making their passionate appeal to the Dragons. If this was a trailer of what the future has in store for us then I am totally excited and waiting in anticipation. #Congratulations

[Salman Shah @hyperpandaxpres]

Pregnancy requires the heart to work harder. Consequently, pregnancy may worsen a heart disorder or allow for a disorder to surface. Pregnancy-induced hypertension can be harmful to the baby and the mother. Healthy diets and exercise limit adverse effects. #biom4180 #biom4110

[Phoebe @Phoebe_UWO]

Happy #BIOM4180 & #BIOM4110 cross-over day! Let’s talk about birth control! 💊 Combined hormonal contraceptives may not be the best option for women with CHD, as estrogens ⬆️ the risk for 🩸 clots! Progestin-only pills are a safer option for CHD patients! https://t.co/UHKle3e8P2

[Laryssa Laurignano @laryssaslife]

Take a moment to (meno)pause and consider #cardiovascular health!⏱️Early #menopause (<45) increases the risk of #CVD.🫀Menopausal hormone therapy is also not recommended for those with a high risk of CVD or those without symptoms. #biom4110 #biom4180

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[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

For those interested, check out Jennie's story below! #biom4110 #biom4180
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[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

Peripartum cardiomyopathy is a rare form of heart muscle disease. The heart becomes enlarged and weakened in late pregnancy or up to 5 months after giving birth. This reduces the heart’s ability to pump 02 rich blood to the body, and can lead to ♥️ failure!🤰 #BIOM4110 #BIOM4180

[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

@lang_rianna @lang_rianna The article I came across was related to humans but I never thought about the prevalence in poly-ovulatory species! Thats really interesting! Thank you for sharing 👍🏼 #BIOM4110

[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

Can twins have two biological fathers? The answer is yes! This is known as heteropaternal superfecundation. Although VERY rare, if a second egg is released during the same cycle, it can be fertilized by sperm of a different man in a separate act of sexual intercourse! #BIOM4110

[Rianna Lang @lang_rianna]

We all know about identical and fraternal twins, but have you ever heard of "semi-identical" twins? In 2019, the second known case of this was reported and is suspected to have resulted from 2 sperm cells fertilizing the same egg simultaneously. #BIOM4110
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[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

@CarmenHuang20 @CarmenHuang20 It is crucial that we keep EDCs in mind, especially since they are everywhere! Many individuals are also not aware of the serious effects EDCs have on reproductive health! I think it’s important that the public is educated more on this topic!
#BIOM4110

[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

Did you know that when a new born is placed on it’s mother’s chest moments after birth, oxytocin is released? This improves the bond between a mother and her baby!🤱🏽

I wonder if this bond is impacted in preemies?
#BIOM4110

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[Peter Ruberto @RubertoPeter]

@IanStPierre5 @UofGFoodProf Are you at risk for cardiovascular disease? If so, reducing the amount of dietary saturated fats you consume and partially replacing them with unsaturated fats is important. However, which unsaturated fats are the most beneficial is still unclear. #Food2150 #Hooper @UofGFoodProf

[Gillian Nicholls @Gillian99816568]

@ReganSissons @JoshPaolin @UofGFoodProf This article talks about the confusion that consumers feel from dietary recommendations given to them regarding nutrients, types of foods and other patterns. Would these not all work best when considering an individuals personalized nutrition as well? @UofGFodProf #Liu #Food2150

[Rachel Tunis @TunisRachel]

@leah_horlings @MackenzieHamel1 @UofGFoodProf Have you ever noticed a white haze on the surface of chocolate?This is known as fat bloom!#Lonchampt suggests that fat bloom formation is accelerated in filled chocolates due to the high oil content in the center and the migration of unsaturated TAGs. @UofGFoodProf #Food2150

[Peter Ruberto @RubertoPeter]

@sarah_foodie @UofGFoodProf TAGs have been shown to play a role in human health. Higher plasma levels of TAG directly relate to an increase in the angiographic severity of coronary artery disease in non-diabetics, when compared to individuals with lower TAG plasma levels. #Karupaiah #Food2150 @UofGFoodProf