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Aug 31, 2022

What is dietary fat?

Fat may not seem like something you want in your diet, but not all fat is bad. In the right form and right amount, dietary fat is an important nutrient for maintaining good health. Dietary fat is one of the three macronutrients that make up the bulk of our diets,...

Aug 31, 2022

What is homeostasis?

Homeostasis is the ability to maintain a relatively stable internal state that persists despite changes in the world outside. All living organisms, from plants to puppies to people, must regulate their internal environment to process energy and ultimately survive. If your blood pressure skyrockets or body temperature plummets, for example,...

Aug 31, 2022

In a 1st, scientists use designer immune cells to send an autoimmune disease into remission

Five patients with hard-to-treat lupus entered remission after scientists tweaked their immune cells using a technique normally used to treat cancer. After the one-time therapy, all five patients with the autoimmune disease stopped their standard treatments and haven't had a relapse. This treatment, known as chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell...

Aug 31, 2022

Running outside vs treadmill: Is there actually any difference?

Running outside vs treadmill – which is actually better for you? Running can be an enjoyable and effective form of cardio exercise, but many runners fall into two camps: those who love exercising outdoors and those who prefer the steady state of the best treadmills. But is there really much...

Aug 31, 2022

DeepMind scientists win $3 million 'Breakthrough Prize' for AI that predicts every protein's structure

Scientists from Google DeepMind have been awarded a $3 million prize for developing an artificial intelligence (AI) system that has predicted how nearly every known protein folds into its 3D shape. One of this year's Breakthrough Prizes in Life Sciences went to Demis Hassabis, the co-founder and CEO of DeepMind,...

Aug 31, 2022

Will monkeypox become a pandemic?

As of Sept. 21, the current monkeypox outbreak has infected 62,532 people across 105 countries. Still, the World Health Organization (WHO) has not yet classified the current caseload as a pandemic. But could that change? Given its spread, could monkeypox become a pandemic? The answer to that question depends on...

Aug 31, 2022

Collagen vs whey protein: Which is better for your health goals?

The fight is on: collagen vs whey protein. But which one is better for improving muscle development and overall health? What are the pros and cons of each? And, how do you know which supplement will suit you best? Read on to discover more about each of these popular protein...

Aug 31, 2022

Exercise bike vs treadmill: Which is the best cardio machine?

Exercise bike vs treadmill: which is going to give you a better workout and improve your cardiovascular fitness? Whether you have one of the best exercise bikes or best treadmills at home, the truth is, both machines offer an effective way to raise your heart rate, rev up your metabolism...

Jul 31, 2022

Should you do cardio before or after weights?

It’s a question asked by many gym goers: should you do cardio before or after weights? According to the American College of Sports Medicine it’s important to combine both cardio and strength workouts so you don’t overwork the small muscle groups and allow time for recovery. But what order should...

Jul 31, 2022

Newly-discovered Langya virus infected 35 people in China

An international team of scientists is tracking a newly-identified, potentially dangerous virus that has jumped from animals to humans to infect at least 35 people in northeast China. The Langya henipavirus, also called Langya or LayV, was first detected in 2018 in a 53-year-old farmer who sought treatment for a...

Jul 31, 2022

Heat intolerance: What are the symptoms, causes and treatment?

Heat intolerance is a condition where the body can’t regulate its internal temperature properly. This can lead to a higher risk of developing heat stroke, which can be life threatening. Some conditions are known to lower your tolerance to heat and make you more susceptible to overheating, so people with...

Jul 31, 2022

Can yoga help you lose weight?

Can yoga help you lose weight? There’s plenty of evidence to suggest it can help with mobility, but there’s not much proof to show that the exercise is a real calorie-torcher. One study, published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health, showed that a 60-minute Vinyasa practice burned fewer...

Jul 31, 2022

Fitbit Sense vs Fitbit Versa 3: Which is better?

When picking the best Fitbit, it’s fair to ask “should I buy the Fitbit Sense vs the Fitbit Versa 3?” The models are remarkably similar, although there are some key differences under the surface. While Fitbit made its name with more bracelet-styled fitness trackers, the Versa 3 and Sense show...

Jul 31, 2022

How to do an elimination diet

An elimination diet can be a useful tool for controlling unpleasant symptoms of gastrointestinal conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Often, symptoms can be intense, painful and even confusing when you aren’t sure what is triggering you. First things first: you should not undertake...

Jul 31, 2022

What to eat before a workout

Unsure what to eat before a workout? There’s a real science to what passes your lips before training: typically, you’ll want to consume slow-release carbs for longer endurance sessions and you’ll need fast-release carbs for short, intense workouts. But what counts as a slow-release or fast-release carb? And how do...