Is mouthwash bad for the heart? Here's what the research actually says
Social media videos are claiming that mouthwash can raise the risk of blood pressure—and potentially damage heart health.
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Organic Chemicals: News and Research on Nitric Oxide
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When a helpful brain signal gets stuck: An autism-linked chain reaction
Think of the brain as a city with traffic lights that keep signals flowing smoothly. In a new study, researchers followed a clue about nitric oxide, a common chemical messenger, and found that, in some forms of autism, if ...
Mar 4, 2026
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Researchers identify new factor involved in pulmonary hypertension
Hypertension in the lungs is a relatively rare but very serious disease that is usually fatal within two years if left untreated. Current therapies can slow down its progression, but no cure exists. Research teams from Bochum ...
Feb 10, 2026
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Nitrate in drinking water linked to increased dementia risk while nitrate from vegetables is linked to a lower risk
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the Danish Cancer Research Institute (DCRI) investigated the association between the intake of nitrate and nitrite from a wide range of different sources, and the associated ...
Jan 27, 2026
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Certain antibiotics may may boost immune system
Research led by Lancaster University has discovered that a class of antibiotics—fluoroquinolones—can directly alter the potential bacterial killing ability of one of our immune cells called the macrophage.
Jan 20, 2026
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Doctor's orders? 'Belly laugh at least two to five days a week'
Melanin Bee curves her spine like a stretching cat as she lets out a maniacal, forced laugh.
Dec 21, 2025
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Scientists discover gene mutation linked to deafness—and identify possible treatments
Mutations in a gene known as CPD play a crucial role in a rare form of congenital hearing loss, an international team of researchers has discovered.
Oct 15, 2025
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Gel developed as alternative to alcohol-based hand sanitizers
University of Georgia researchers have developed a new type of hand sanitizer that eliminates more than 97% of bacteria and fungi, including antibiotic-resistant strains. The new gel provides an alternative to traditional, ...
Aug 14, 2025
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We fed people a milkshake with 130 grams of fat to see what it did to their brains—here's what we learned
A greasy takeout may seem like an innocent Friday night indulgence. But our recent research suggests even a single high-fat meal could impair blood flow to the brain, potentially increasing the risk of stroke and dementia.
Aug 7, 2025
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Turning down the dial on inflammation to protect against lupus nephritis
At the time when patients with lupus, or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), are diagnosed, approximately 15% to 30% will already have the inflammation-caused kidney disease lupus nephritis, which compromises kidney function ...
Aug 5, 2025
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