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Calorie labels on menus in the US saved thousands of lives and billions in medical costs

Simple changes can have big effects, and something as small as mentioning how many calories can convince people to eat healthier.

This rechargeable battery is made from food and yes, you can eat it.

It operates at 0.65 V, a voltage low enough not to create problems in the human body.

Brain MRIs just got a thousand times sharper

Although the technology was only demonstrated on mice, researchers think it can also work on humans.

Could these old mummies in Mexico be spreading fungal infection due to an old tax rule?

There's not much evidence and speculation is running wild.

Ghana sets milestone as first country to authorize new malaria vaccine

The WHO has yet to recommend it, but some countries are already starting to use it.

Genes involved in cartilage growth may double as 'height genes'

Newly identified "height genes" may influence adult stature by affecting cartilage cell development.

What's the average penis size? New study shows a clear trend

Guys, I've got some good news about your penis size.

Cheers to no hangovers! This new probiotic could reduce alcohol's negative effects

A group of Chinese scientists have developed a genetically modified probiotic that accelerates the metabolism of alcohol and safeguards the liver against alcohol-induced harm. The study was carried out on mice and suggests that this breakthrough might one day potentially alleviate hangover symptoms in humans, the researchers said. A hangover refers to a set of […]

Oral contraceptives could have 92% less hormones and still work

Continuous infusion with varying doses of exogenous hormones could be a safer and effective alternative.

THC potency in cannabis products is often inflated, scientists say

Most people aren't getting what they're paying for.

A bacterial probiotic can save Florida's dying coral reef

A probiotic cocktail promises to save the only US coral reef barrier. But we need to act fast, if we are really serious about it.

Bronze Age people in Mediterranean islands were taking hallucinogenic drugs 3,000 years ago

Toxic plants used as part of burial ceremonies induced delirium and hallucinations.

Shutting down U.S. nuclear power plants would result in more deadly air pollution

Afraid of nuclear plants? Perhaps you should be more afraid of air pollution.

New mRNA treatment could one day eliminate peanut allergies

The treatment could be ready for human clinical trials in about three years.

How New Zealand’s invasive pigs turned into a cash cow

The animals evolved into ultra-resilient, disease-free predators while isolated on Auckland Island.

Telehealth and opioid disorder drugs reduced fatal overdoses by a third

The US needs all the help it can get in the opioid crisis.

These high-tech diapers double as urine tests

In the future, some diapers could act like a mini labs to immediately detect potential health problems.

What is the limit of human lifespan? Scientists only know there's still room to age

By 2070, some woman in Japan will likely turn 130. But not even that could be the absolute limit.

Do psychedelics actually make you more creative?

LSD and magic mushrooms have always been associated with creativity and artistic pursuits. Now, scientists is having a closer look.

Your brain has an internal compass. Now, scientists say they know how it works

Scientists unravel the secrets of the brain's internal compass and its implications for degenerative diseases.

Laughing gas could ironically be a solution against treatment-resistant depression

Who said life doesn't have a sense of humor?

Can this brain abnormality explain why some people are psychopaths?

A brain region that is associated with reward perception and impulsive behavior is 10% larger in psychopaths.

Why Providing School Meals for Everyone Makes Economic Sense

Pilot program in the UK shows the benefits of giving free meals for everyone in school.

Deadly fungal infection is spreading fast in US healthcare facilities

The CDC said to be concerned and asked for swift action for prevention and control.

Ayahuasca changes the depths of your brain in remarkable ways

It’s the first study to track effects of one of the active ingredients in the drink.

This new 3D-printed insole measures the sole pressure directly in the shoe

It could one day be used by athletes or in physiotherapy.

A Himalayan fungus has been used to treat cancer for centuries. Scientists now boost its potency 40-fold

Early results suggest the drug shows good anti-cancer activity in patients with advanced cancer.

First woman of color cured of HIV

Use of cells from a rare mutation not found in colored people, marks a huge milestone for HIV treatment.

Researchers can now detect epilepsy without waiting for seizures

Epileptics face a risk of premature death up to three times that of the general population.

School kids show NASA how life-saving EpiPens become poison guns in space

NASA didn't know a space secret that these kids recently discovered during their experiment involving EpiPen.

This is probably the best way to spot bacteria in a fluid

AI-assisted Raman spectroscopy is great at identifying bacteria and it's way better than just regular Raman spectroscopy.

Can we reverse hearing loss? Yes we can, here is how it works

We are closer than ever to reversing hearing loss in humans, here is all the proof you need.

NoFap toxicity: anti-masturbation online communities linked to depression, anxiety, and even suicide

Many anti-masturbation communities trigger mental health problems rather than alleviate them, as they claim.

New drug breaks ground in battle against primary bone cancer

It could help increase survival rates, especially in children.

Depression and anxiety among school-aged children are at an all-time high -- and it all may be down to a lack of unsupervised playtime

‘All work, no independent play’ may be an important in children’s declining mental health

We need to fight depression myths and focus on treating it

Depression is surrounded by many misconceptions and myths. Here’s what you should know about this.

Bland strawberries? Blame the pesticides

Pesticides may mess up plant's molecular mechanisms, impacting their flavor quality.

What's the difference between omega-3 from plants, fish, and algae?

Fish, plants, and nut oils are the primary dietary sources of omega-3 fatty acids. But which one should you choose?

Scientists say biocomputers made from tiny 'brains' are the future. Here's why

We're witnessing the development of a new frontier in computing, moving away from AI back to where it all started: the human brain.

Face blindness could actually be fairly common. One in 40 people could have it

Heeeey... you!

Electric chopsticks can make food seem saltier and get you eating healthier

Japanese researchers have created the device in an attempt to get people to eat less salt.

Glyphosate linked yet again to cancer

The weed-killing chemical is in the spotlight for its health risks yet again.

This toilet company wants to put a $500 laboratory in your toilet bowl

It's like taking a medical sample every day.

Syphilis stages another comeback. Can science keep up?

Syphilis is among the oldest known sexually-transmitted infections. Scientists still struggle to detect and treat it.

Men's penises are getting longer. Here's why this is actually a problem

The average erect penis length has increased by nearly 25% in the last three decades.

People in this country are the most Denisovan in the world

We're starting to find more traces of Denisovan-human interbreeding.

High Vitamin C doses can enhance immunotherapy -- at least in mice

In the fight against cancer, we need all the help we can get.

CBD is not a cure-all – here’s what science says about its real health benefits

CBD will prove to have a place in people’s medicine cabinets – but not until the medical community has established the right form to take and the right dosage for a given medical condition.

Scientists create fake skin which means people don't need to get bitten in mosquito studies

This would allow us to stop using live volunteers on future studies.

3D-printed Jell-O-like structure using peptide inks could be gamechanger for regenerative medicine

Bioprinting has come a long way, but there's still much ground to cover.

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