Glucagon-like peptide-1 is a powerful hormone capable of triggering insulin secretion, slowing digestion, and signalling the brain to curb one's cravings and appetite. https://t.co/HWJbt3ehS4
Finland has more than 700 libraries for a population of 5.6 million, offering everything from podcast studios and 3D printing to tennis rackets and swimming pool passes. https://t.co/zj9mKXNRpK
Scientists used a gene test called Prosigna to measure the activity of 50 genes involved in breast cancer growth and calculate a patient's risk of the disease returning. https://t.co/HozqKi83vq
Emerging research also suggests that diets high in sugary foods are associated with greater mental distress, including symptoms of anxiety and depression. https://t.co/wP2vgfzeLY
In one 2020 review of 17 studies, researchers found that a diet high in wholegrains was linked to lower risk of colorectal, colon, gastric, pancreatic, and oesophageal cancers. https://t.co/8QFgSCmR78
To keep the cost of the vaccines low, neither Sabin nor Salk patented their discoveries for financial gain. "A lot of people insisted that I should patent the vaccine, but I didn't want to do that," Sabin said. "It's my gift to all the world's children https://t.co/zdv4rFKttS
Parkinson's Link to Gut Bacteria Hints at Unexpectedly Simple Treatment : ScienceAlert Parkinson’s disease affects about 10 million people/ simple potential therapy: B-vitamin supplementation (riboflavin and biotin), which may help reduce progression https://t.co/TDz8gy5IFn
Brain has five ‘eras’, scientists say – with adult mode not starting until early 30s - The Guardian The study, based on the brain scans of nearly 4,000 people aged under one to 90, mapped neural connections and how they evolve during our lives. https://t.co/bJ3yp5DXkR