Health & Wellbeing
On these pages you'll find everything from devices designed to give you a better night's sleep to the latest work being done to tackle the obesity epidemic. Live long and prosper!
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Weight-loss power of oats naturally mimics popular obesity drugs
July 22, 2024Not all fiber is created equal, and one particular type – which is most highly concentrated in common breakfast oats – may trigger the same beneficial metabolic functions that GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic do, without the price tag or side-effects. -
Robotic massage table learns your body and responds to requests
July 22, 2024A 5,000-year-old therapeutic practice gets an upgrade. Fully automated, heated robotic arms powered by AI ensure that Aescape’s massager provides a personalized, customizable experience that doesn’t require you to be naked and covered in oil. -
Implantable mic says sayonara to external cochlear implant hardware
July 19, 2024While cochlear implants do allow some deaf people to hear, they also incorporate potentially problematic external components located on the side of the head. That could soon change, however, thanks to an experimental new implantable microphone. -
Anesthetic causes unconsciousness by creating brain chaos
July 19, 2024Researchers have figured out how a commonly used general anesthetic drug induces unconsciousness by causing brain activity to become increasingly unstable. The findings could lead to better anesthetic control in the operating room. -
Remarkable magnetic brain control tech alters appetite and behavior
July 18, 2024Researchers have developed a remote, non-invasive method of selectively controlling neurons in the brain using magnetic fields. The technique opens the door to a greater understanding of brain function and, potentially, new treatments for disorders. -
Dungeons & Dragons: Roll for better mental health
July 17, 2024Playing the fantasy role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons with others has a positive impact on mental health, according to a new study. The researchers say the game should be used as a therapeutic tool as part of a holistic approach to mental health. -
Twice-yearly HIV drug 100% effective at preventing spread
July 15, 2024A twice-a-year injectable drug has been shown to be 100% effective in preventing the spread of HIV, according to the first data from a clinical trial. If approved, the drug offers another preventive option and puts us a step closer to eradicating HIV. -
Plant oils should replace butter, and this comprehensive study confirms it
July 15, 2024While there has been a general consensus that olive oil and other plant-based fats are better for you than butter, scientists have now put it beyond doubt, combining diet-intervention and previous cohort research to assess serious disease risk. -
Sleep time linked to diabetes complications
July 14, 2024Not getting the optimal amount of sleep increases the risk of damage to small blood vessels in the eyes and kidneys of type 2 diabetics, new research has found. The findings suggest addressing this risk factor could prevent long-term complications. -
'Night owls' have 13.5% better brain function than early risers
July 12, 2024'Night owls' get a bit of a rough time of it, with staying up late linked to a host of poor health outcomes. And, in a world where work hours favor early risers, late-night folk can feel a little out of step with society. Well, we have some good news. -
Natural olive compound aids weight loss and regulates blood sugar
July 11, 2024A compound that occurs in mature olives and olive oil can regulate glucose and ramp up weight loss in rapid time, mimicking the effects of existing medication. This opens the door for developing safe, natural treatments for obesity and type 2 diabetes. -
Autism linked to specific gut bugs, promising quick, accurate diagnosis
July 09, 2024Autism spectrum disorder is associated with distinct changes to the composition and functioning of a wide range of gut microorganisms, according to a new study. The findings pave the way for developing an accurate diagnostic test for the condition. -
‘Ozempic drugs’ reduce obesity-associated cancer risk by up to 65%
July 07, 2024The popular class of antidiabetic and weight loss drugs known as GLP-1RAs, which includes Ozempic and Wegovy, has been found to significantly reduce the risk of 10 out of 13 obesity-associated cancers in type 2 diabetics, according to new research. -
Engineered mRNA turns your body into a drug-making biofactory
July 05, 2024Engineered mRNA has turned cells into tiny biofactories, producing medications to successfully treat an inflammatory skin condition and two types of cancer, according to a new study. The tech paves the way for therapies in which patients’ bodies make their own drugs. -
Toxic arsenic and lead found to be common in tampons
July 04, 2024The first study to measure the concentration of metals in tampons has found that several brands contain concerning amounts of lead, arsenic and cadmium. More research is needed to determine whether the presence of these toxic metals poses a health risk.
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