Wellness
Probiotics in kombucha mimic fasting and decrease fat reserves in worms
In a recent study, it has been discovered that the microbes in kombucha tea induce alterations in fat metabolism within the intestines of a model worm species, mirroring the metabolic…
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Older Adults Using Hearing Aids Effectively May Face Lower Dementia Risk, HKUMed Study Finds
Researchers from the School of Public Health at the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine…
Replacing Red Meat with Salmon May Improve Health and Cut Carbon Emissions
New research from the University of Bristol and the University of Southampton suggests that replacing…
Tomato and Soy Juice Combination Shows Anti-Inflammatory Benefits in Obese Adults
A tomato-soy juice enriched with plant compounds linked to health benefits significantly reduced markers of…
Handwriting Speed May Signal Early Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Handwriting is a complex activity that depends on both fine motor skills and higher-level cognitive…
Wellness
Probiotics in kombucha mimic fasting and decrease fat reserves in worms
In a recent study, it has been discovered that the microbes in kombucha tea induce alterations in fat metabolism within…
Unveiling the Oversight: The Neglect of Cancer Research in Older Adults
A critical evaluation of existing research unveils a significant oversight in addressing the intricate nexus of ageing, health disparities, and…
Intelligent skin bacteria can produce and secrete molecules to combat acne
An international research project, spearheaded by the Translational Synthetic Biology Laboratory within the Department of Medicine and Life Sciences (MELIS)…
Medicare is covering message-based e-visits. Are older adults utilising this service?
At the onset of the pandemic, Medicare made a pivotal move, announcing its intention to reimburse healthcare providers for the…
A spiral-shaped lens offers clear vision across distances and lighting conditions
Researchers have developed a groundbreaking spiral-shaped lens capable of maintaining sharp focus across different distances and lighting conditions, akin to…
New research reveals that ageing adults have withdrawn from civic life since the onset of the pandemic
Several years after the United States started to gradually recover from the enforced COVID-19 lockdowns, new findings from the University…
Scientists identify skin biomarkers in infants that forecast the early onset of food allergies
Food allergies are prevalent during childhood and pose severe or even life-threatening risks. Researchers at National Jewish Health are actively…
Opting for sugary beverages instead of fruit juice during infancy has been associated with an increased likelihood of developing obesity in adulthood
Consuming sugar-sweetened beverages during childhood has been associated with the development of unhealthy dietary patterns, which can elevate the risk…