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Allergen in Red Meat Linked to Heart Disease
A team of researchers says it has linked sensitivity to an allergen in red meat to the buildup of plaque in the arteries of the heart. While high saturated fat levels in red meat have long been known to contribute to heart disease for people in general, the new finding suggests that a subgroup of the population may be at heightened risk for a different reason – a food allergen.
Do B Vitamins Increase the Risk of Getting Cancer?
New study reveals a strong correlation between increased risk of lung cancer and long-term B₆/B₁₂ supplementation, especially in high doses and among smokers. There are several ways B vitamins may interact with cancer metabolism; more research is needed to determine the exact mechanisms at work.
Growth Hormone May Improve Memory and Recovery For Stroke Survivors
Less fatigue and better recovery of cognitive abilities such as learning and memory. These may be the results of growth hormone treatment after a stroke, an experimental study of mice suggests.
Scientists Develop First 3D-Printed Human Corneas
The first human corneas have been 3D-printed by scientists. It means the technique could be used in the future to ensure an unlimited supply of corneas.
Fully Reprogrammed Virus Offers New Hope as Cancer Treatment
Researchers have successfully 'trained' a respiratory virus to recognize ovarian cancer and completely destroy it without infecting other cells. The reprogrammed virus could also be used to treat other cancers such as breast, pancreatic, lung and oral.
Vitamin B6 Helps People Recall Dreams
New research from the University of Adelaide has found that taking high-dose vitamin B6 supplements before going to bed for five consecutive days could help people recall their dreams.
Cocktail Of Vitamins And Steroids Treating a Major Killer In Hospitals

An inexpensive cocktail of IV vitamin C, B1 (thiamine) and steroids is saving lives from sepsis, an out of control inflammatory response that kills more than 700 Americans every day.
Gut Bacteria Linked to Arthritis, Knee Pain
Bacteria in the gut, known as the gut microbiome, could be the culprit behind arthritis and joint pain that plagues people who are obese, according to a new study published today in JCI Insight.
University of Rochester Medical Center 4/19/18
Kitchen Cabinets Are Emitting PCBs, Other Hazardous Compounds
Scientist have detected airborne polychlorinated biphenyl compounds (PCBs) in kitchen cabinets. Widely considered carcinogenic, PCBs, are unwanted byproducts of modern kitchen sealants.
Environmental Science & Technology, 2018; DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.8b00966 April 18, 2018
Fatty Fish, Camelina Sativa Oil Improve HDL and IDL Cholesterol
Eating fatty fish increases the size and composition of HDL particles in people with impaired glucose metabolism, and Camelina sativa oil shown to reduce harmful IDL particles.
Sciencedaily.com 5/5/2018
World's Oldest Insect Inspires New Generation of Aerogels
Experts have created a new form of highly-efficient, low-cost, sustainable insulation based on the wings of a dragonfly.
sciencedaily.com April 24, 2018
New Breath and Urine Tests Detect Early Breast Cancer More Accurately
A new method for early and accurate breast cancer screening has been developed using commercially available technology.
sciencedaily.com April 24, 2018

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