Healthy

A study on killifish by the Max Planck Institute revealed that older fish are stuck in a fasting state due to changes in adipose tissue. Activating a specific subunit of AMP kinase restored their health and longevity, hinting at new methods for promoting healthier aging in humans.Genetic switch rescues aging fish from continuous fasting trap.Fasting interventions, which involve alternating periods of fasting and refeeding, are generally thought to improve health. But these interventions don’t work as well in old…

For a while vitamin D was looking like a bona fide health elixir. It was recognized a century ago as the cure for rickets, a childhood disease that causes weak and deformed bones. Then, in the early 2000s, researchers began amassing a pile of studies suggesting that low vitamin D levels could be a factor in cancer, cardiovascular disease, dementia, depression, diabetes, autoimmune diseases, fractures, respiratory illnesses and Parkinson's disease. It seemed reasonable to think that raising our levels of this simple…

The human body's microbe makeup is increasingly linked to the onset of many diseases, with a lot of the focus on the gut. A new study, however, has found that changes in the bug populations in not just the gut but in salivary and urinary microbiomes are linked to kidney stones forming.“Kidney stone disease has been rising in recent years, affecting roughly 10% of people,” says Jeremy Burton, from St. Joseph’s Health Care London. “While previous research has shown a connection between the gut microbiome and kidney stones…

The array of dehumidifiers available today is as varied as the needs they fulfil. They range from petite, nimble units, perfect for cosy nooks or compact office spaces, to more robust, muscular models that take on whole homes with their moisture-wrangling prowess. For every space, there's a dehumidifier waiting to tailor-fit its atmosphere to perfection. These modern marvels aren't just about pulling water from the air. They're smart, too – equipped with features like digital…

We all know that stress can rob you of a good night’s sleep, but it’s more than just racing thoughts behind it. For the first time, scientists have identified how stress fires up brain cells at the wrong time during sleep stages, causing interrupted slumber and poor quality of rest.Investigating the physiological impact of stress on sleep in a mouse model, University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) scientists monitored activity in the preoptic area (POA) of the hypothalamus during natural sleep. They found that glutamatergic…

In Loma Linda the other day, 85-year-old Loida Medina played a couple of hours of take-no-prisoners pickleball (she’s got a wicked backhand), while Glenn and Jodee Nichols, 94 and 78, went to the gym for a workout.These sorts of activities are the norm in this region of San Bernardino County, particularly among the several thousand Seventh-day Adventists who constitute about a third of the population. And researchers say their lifestyles, centered on faith, community and a sense of purpose, lead to lower rates of chronic…

Taking proper care of your laptop's battery is important for ensuring your mobile machine can run as long as possible. Although battery technology has evolved in the background, outdating "best practices" from a few years ago, there are still a number of ways you can extend (or reduce) your laptop battery's health. We've rounded up the top tips for how to care for your laptop's battery, from how long you should leave it plugged in to how low you should let the battery drain. Unlike many desktop computers, there…

Recent research indicates that the CD300f immune receptor significantly impacts mice’s lifespan and aging process, with its absence leading to early aging symptoms and cognitive decline, especially in females. This discovery opens new avenues for understanding aging and Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting the importance of immune system changes in these processes. Recent research published in the journal Cell Reports reveals that life expectancy and healthy aging in mice can be significantly influenced by a specific…

Christopher Nolan has weighed in on the debate over how superhero franchises are affecting Hollywood, months after Martin Scorsese slammed them. In a recent interview with the Associated Press (AP), the filmmaker, whose Oppenheimer released earlier this year, spoke about the importance of originality in filmmaking, but also the need for Hollywood franchises. Also read: Martin Scorsese urges filmmakers to fight back against comic book movie culture Director Christopher Nolan during the Big Screen Achievement…

Understanding the battery charge cycle count of your iPhone is crucial to gauge the health and longevity of your device. Essentially, the cycle count reveals how many times your battery has undergone a full discharge and recharge. A lower cycle count generally signifies a healthier battery. If you're an iPhone 15 user, checking this information is a breeze within the Settings. However, for iPhone 14 and earlier models, a few extra steps are required. Fear not, as we guide you through the process of checking your iPhone's…