News tagged with natural substance
Scientists isolate protein linking exercise to health benefits
A team led by researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute has isolated a natural hormone from muscle cells that triggers some of the key health benefits of exercise. They say the protein, which serves as a chemical messenger, ...
Medical research
Jan 11, 2012 |
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Drugs from lizard saliva reduces the cravings for food
A drug made from the saliva of the Gila monster lizard is effective in reducing the craving for food. Researchers at the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, have tested the drug on rats, who after ...
Neuroscience
May 15, 2012 |
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Pressure builds to ban dietary supplement DMAA
Joseph Perez used to gear up for his intense workouts by taking ephedra-based dietary supplements. When they were banned because of safety concerns, Perez turned to an even more potent stimulant called DMAA.
Health
Jun 07, 2012 |
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'Gifted' natural vitamin E tocotrienol protects brain against stroke in three ways
A natural form of vitamin E called alpha-tocotrienol can trigger production of a protein in the brain that clears toxins from nerve cells, preventing those cells from dying after a stroke, new research shows.
Medical research
Jul 05, 2011 |
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New test methods can reduce the amount of animal testing
Making more use of in-vitro testing, the upcoming 21st-century scientific fields known as 'omics' sciences and developing smart test strategies can clearly reduce the amount of essential animal testing. This ...
Medical research
May 07, 2013 |
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Breast cancer effectively treated with chemical found in celery
Apigenin, a natural substance found in grocery store produce aisles, shows promise as a non-toxic treatment for an aggressive form of human breast cancer, following a new study at the University of Missouri. MU researchers ...
Cancer
May 16, 2012 |
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A mother's occupation while pregnant can cause asthma in children
Mothers who are exposed to particular agents during pregnancy could give birth to children with a higher risk of asthma, according to new research.
Health
Sep 26, 2011 |
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Rainforest plant combats multi-resistant bacterial strains
Aggressive infections in hospitals are an increasing health problem worldwide. The development of bacterial resistance is alarming. Now a young Danish scientist has found a natural substance in a Chilean rainforest plant ...
Medical research
Feb 20, 2012 |
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New research about Facebook addiction
Are you a social media enthusiast or simply a Facebook addict?Researchers from Norway have developed a new instrument to measure Facebook addiction, the Bergen Facebook Addiction Scale.
Psychology & Psychiatry
May 07, 2012 |
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Apple peel compound boosts calorie burning, reduces obesity in mice
Obesity and its associated problems such as diabetes and fatty liver disease are increasingly common global health concerns. A new study by University of Iowa researchers shows that a natural substance found in apple peel ...
Overweight and Obesity
Jun 20, 2012 |
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Study of psychosis risk and brain to track effects of Omega-3 pills
The first major study on the biological effects of omega-3 fatty acids on the human brain is focusing on the role that this natural substance, primarily found in fish oil, may play in fighting psychosis.
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jul 18, 2012 |
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Tissue around tumor holds key to fighting triple negative breast cancer
A natural substance found in the surrounding tissue of a tumor may be a promising weapon to stop triple negative breast cancer from metastasizing.
Cancer
Sep 19, 2012 |
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Top global challenges in mental health identified
Mental health experts are calling for a greater world focus on improving access to care and treatment for mental, neurological, and substance use (MNS) disorders, as well as increasing discoveries in research that will enable ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jul 06, 2011 |
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