Wuhan City in China was the first place to report COVID-19 in the world and—between December 2019 and May 2020—caused nearly two-thirds of all COVID-19 cases in China. Now, researchers reporting in PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases have tested more than 60,000 healthy individuals in China for SARS-CoV-2 antibodies and concluded that thousands of Wuhan residents […]
After the year we had, we’re all hoping 2021 looks very different. For some, that means making sure that they improve their eating habits. We all know most of us indulged in our fair share of bread-making during quarantine, and while straying away from a healthy diet during a pandemic is nothing to be ashamed […]
Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it — that old saying totally applies when it comes to unique food combinations. Sometimes, although you might love two foods separately, the idea of mixing them together just doesn’t sound good — but the taste? That’s a different story. And thanks to Costco fan account @costcodeals, we’ve just […]
Does losing weight while you sleep sound too good to be true? According to a study by the University of Tsukuba, it seems that drinking oolong tea might help you do just that. While all tea comes from the same plant, Camellia sinensis, the degree of oxidation, a chemical reaction that turns tea leaves black, […]
In his Beasted webseries, former World’s Strongest Man winner Eddie Hall helps ordinary men pursue their fitness goals. In an episode recently posted to the Sports Bible channel, he coaches dad-of-two Andy through his first workout, commencing a program which he’ll be working on at home for the next six weeks. During the session, Eddie […]
Scientists in the US have found that the more physical activity people do in midlife the better their brain health in later life. The scientific publication, Neurology, has reported the results today. The researchers looked at 1,604 volunteers taking part in an existing study, to see if there was a link between activity levels and […]
By any measure, carbon-based life originates from carboxylation. That is to say, the coupling of atmospheric carbon dioxide to sugar. Carboxylation is also critical for mitochondria to function. There are five carboxylation enzymes in mitochondria, and they share one thing in common—they are all operated by a covalently linked biotin cofactor. Biotin is also known […]
The study could lead to the development of more personalized interventions that prevent at-risk individuals from developing type 2 diabetes. People with prediabetes have consistently high blood sugar levels but have yet to develop the symptoms of type 2 diabetes. Over many years, the cells of people with this condition become increasingly resistant to the […]
Lorraine: Helen Flanagan reveals she suffered with hyperemesis Helen Flanagan, best known for playing Rosie Webster in ITV’s Coronation Street, is currently in her third trimester, but revealed she struggled at the beginning of her pregnancy with hyperemesis gravidarum. The condition is characterised by excessive nausea and vomiting, and often required hospital treatment. When asked […]
New York’s governor threatened to fine hospitals if they don’t use their allotment of COVID-19 vaccine fast enough. His South Carolina counterpart warned health care workers they have until Jan. 15 to get a shot or move to the back of the line. California’s governor wants to use dentists to vaccinate people. With frustration rising […]
