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Basil and fennel compound may build up dangerous DNA damage in vulnerable people

Methyleugenol is a component of essential oils and is found in basil, tarragon, nutmeg, and fennel. When ingested through food, it can be converted in the liver into a reactive form that induces chemical alterations in DNA. ...

Wearable device can continuously monitor blood pressure without the pesky cuffs

Blood pressure is a key metric of cardiovascular health, but standard methods for measuring it rely on occasional readings using inflatable cuffs, usually in a clinical setting. Today's blood pressure monitors are bulky, ...

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How the brain predicts social interaction before it starts

How does the brain decide to approach others? Researchers have found that coordinated brain activity linked to social behavior begins seconds before movement starts. In a study using zebrafish, they identified a key role ...