A 500-million-year-old brain “radar” still shapes how you see
The brain's ability to interpret the visual world does not depend solely on its advanced outer layer, the cortex. A...
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Scientists uncover meditation’s hidden side effects
Meditation is now widely promoted as a tool for everything from reducing stress to improving productivity. It has become a...
Alarming surge in memory problems among young adults
Self-reported cognitive disability among U.S. adults increased from 5.3% to 7.4% over the past decade. Rates nearly doubled for younger...
Your pumpkin might be hiding a toxic secret
Researchers in Japan have revealed how some gourds draw pollutants into their fruits. The secret lies in a protein that...
Cavities and gum disease could nearly double stroke risk
People with both gum disease and cavities faced an 86% greater chance of having a stroke compared to those with...
Your gut microbes might be turning fiber into extra calories
Deep within your gut lives a bustling world of microbes, each playing a role in digesting your food. Among them...
Scientists discover how a high-fat keto diet could keep your brain young
Protecting your brain's energy and keeping your mind sharp might start with what's on your plate. Foods such as fish...
Surgery beats Ozempic for long-term health, Cleveland Clinic finds
A major study from Cleveland Clinic found that people with both obesity and type 2 diabetes who had weight-loss surgery...
This type of meat supercharges muscle growth after workouts
A new study examined how muscles respond to weight training when people eat different types of pork afterward. Researchers compared...
The Moon’s south pole hides a 4-billion-year-old secret
When astronauts touch down near the moon's south pole in the coming years as part of NASA's Artemis program, they...
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