Aug. 20, 2013 — In a laboratory, preclinical study recently published by the journal Organic & Biomolecular Chemistry, Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center researchers combined structural features from anti-nausea drug thalidomide with common kitchen spice turmeric to create hybrid… Read More ›
Missed – Medical Breakthroughs
Celery, artichokes contain flavonoids that kill human pancreatic cancer cells
Contact: Phyllis Picklesimer p-pickle@illinois.edu 217-244-2827 University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. – Celery, artichokes, and herbs, especially Mexican oregano, all contain apigenin and luteolin, flavonoids that kill human pancreatic cancer cells in the lab… Read More ›
6 months of fish oil reverses liver disease in children with intestinal failure, study shows
Contact: Amy Albin aalbin@mednet.ucla.edu 310-794-8672 University of California – Los Angeles Health Sciences Children who suffer from intestinal failure, most often caused by a shortened or dysfunctional bowel, are unable to consume food orally. Instead, a nutritional cocktail of sugar,… Read More ›
Necrostatin-1 counteracts aluminum’s neurotoxic effects
Contact: Daphne Watrin d.watrin@iospress.nl 31-206-883-355 IOS Press New studies in mice support toxic role of aluminum in neurodegenerative conditions, according to report in Restorative Neurology and Neuroscience Amsterdam, NL, August 2, 2013 – Investigators have linked aluminum accumulation in… Read More ›
What Color Is Your Night Light? It May Affect Your Mood
Hamsters exposed to red light at night had significantly less evidence of depressive-like symptoms and changes in the brain linked to depression, compared to those that experienced blue or white light. (Credit: © Stephen Coburn / Fotolia) Aug. 6, 2013… Read More ›
Omega-3 Fatty acids could aid cancer prevention and treatment
Contact: Katrina Coutts k.coutts@qmul.ac.uk Queen Mary, University of London IMAGE: This shows untreated cancer keratonicytes. Click here for more information. fatty acids, contained in oily fish such as salmon and trout, selectively inhibit growth and induce… Read More ›
Plant-Based Compound May Inhibit HIV Infection, Research Shows
Posted: July 19, 2013 at 5:00 am, Last Updated: July 23, 2013 at 6:49 am By Michele McDonald Yuntao Wu. Creative Services photo A compound found in soybeans may become an effective HIV treatment without the drug resistance issues… Read More ›
Digest This: Cure for Cancer May Live in Our Intestines / People will not die from cancer, if our prediction is true
The discovery of Robo1 protein in the intestinal stem cells (depicted in yellow) leads to tolerance of higher doses of chemoradiation for cancer patients. (Credit: Dr. Wei-Jie Zhou) July 31, 2013 — Treating a cancerous tumor is like watering a… Read More ›
Back from the Dead – Resuscitation Expert Says End Is Reversible
Raising the dead may soon become medical reality. According to critical care physician Sam Parnia, modern resuscitation science will soon allow doctors to reanimate people up to 24 hours after their death. At some point, everyone’s heart will stop. For… Read More ›
Bad sleep around full moon is no longer a myth
Contact: Olivia Poisson olivia.poisson@unibas.ch University of Basel Many people complain about poor sleep around full moon. Scientists at the University of Basel in Switzerland now report evidence that lunar cycles and human sleep behavior are in fact connected. The results… Read More ›
A ginkgo biloba extract promotes proliferation of endogenous neural stem cells/ “effectively and safely treats memory loss and cognitive impairments in patients ”
Contact: Meng Zhao eic@nrren.org 86-138-049-98773 Neural Regeneration Research IMAGE: EGb761 improved the proliferation of neural stem cells in the subependymal zone of vascular dementia rats (immunofluorescence staining). The presence of green particles in the nucleus was the… Read More ›
Breastfeeding Could Prevent ADHD
Monday, July 22, 2013 TAU research finds that breastfed children are less likely to develop ADHD later in life We know that breastfeeding has a positive impact on child development and health — including protection against illness. Now researchers from… Read More ›
Prostate cancers are fewer, smaller on walnut-enriched diet
Contact: Will Sansom sansom@uthscsa.edu 210-567-2579 University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio SAN ANTONIO (July 16, 2013) — New research from the School of Medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio indicates that eating… Read More ›
Uncovering a Healthier Remedy for Chronic Pain – DHA Omega -3 from fish oil
July 17, 2013 — Physicians and patients who are wary of addiction to pain medication and opioids may soon have a healthier and more natural alternative. A Duke University study revealed that a derivative of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), a main… Read More ›
Vitamins and Minerals Can Boost Energy and Enhance Mood
July 16, 2013 — Vitamin and mineral supplements can enhance mental energy and well-being not only for healthy adults but for those prone to anxiety and depression, according to a July 15 panel discussion at the 2013 Institute of Food… Read More ›
New study reveals important role of insulin in making breast milk
Contact: Jim Feuer jim.feuer@cchmc.org 513-636-4656 Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center Why do so many mothers have difficulty making enough milk to breastfeed? A new study by scientists at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and the University of California Davis adds… Read More ›
Clues about autism may come from the gut
Contact: Joseph Caspermeyer Joseph.Caspermeyer@asu.edu Arizona State University Bacterial flora inhabiting the human gut have become one of the hottest topics in biological research. Implicated in a range of important activities including digestion, fine-tuning body weight, regulating immune response, and producing… Read More ›
Vitamin C Helps Control Gene Activity in Stem Cells
Vitamin C, in a natural source such as an orange and as a supplement. Vitamin C affects whether genes are switched on or off inside mouse stem cells, and may thereby play a previously unknown and fundamental role in helping… Read More ›
Genetic medicine hints at bloodletting and vitamins for astronauts
26 June 2013 by Jacob Aron Magazine issue 2923. Subscribe and save For similar stories, visit the Space flight and Genetics Topic Guides BLOODLETTING and vitamin pills are the future for astronaut health regimes. So hints a provocative proposal… Read More ›
Herbal extract boosts fruit fly lifespan by nearly 25 percent, UCI study finds
Rhodiola rosea promotes longevity separately from dietary restriction Irvine, Calif., June 18, 2013 — The herbal extract of a yellow-flowered mountain plant long used for stress relief was found to increase the lifespan of fruit fly populations by an average… Read More ›
Artificial Sweetener ( Mannitol ) a Potential Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease
Monday, June 17, 2013 TAU researcher says mannitol could prevent aggregation of toxic proteins in the brain Mannitol, a sugar alcohol produced by fungi, bacteria, and algae, is a common component of sugar-free gum and candy. The sweetener is also… Read More ›
Vitamin D supplementation may delay precocious puberty in girls
Contact: Jenni Glenn Gingery jgingery@endocrine.org 301-941-0240 The Endocrine Society SAN FRANCISCO– Vitamin D supplementation may help delay early onset of puberty in girls, a new clinical study finds. The results were presented Monday at The Endocrine Society’s 95th Annual Meeting… Read More ›
Saliva proteins may protect older people from influenza
Contact: Michael Bernstein m_bernstein@acs.org 202-872-6042 American Chemical Society Spit. Drool. Dribble. Saliva is not normally a topic of polite conversation, but it may be the key to explaining the age and sex bias exhibited by influenza and other diseases, according… Read More ›
Vitamin D deficiency may help spread of hepatitis B throughout liver
Contact: Dawn Peters sciencenewsroom@wiley.com 781-388-8408 Wiley Researchers from Germany have found that low levels of vitamin D are associated with high levels of hepatitis B virus (HBV) replication. Findings published online in Hepatology, a journal of the American Association for… Read More ›
Changing gut bacteria through diet affects brain function, UCLA study shows
Contact: Kim Irwin kirwin@mednet.ucla.edu 310-794-2262 University of California – Los Angeles Health Sciences UCLA researchers now have the first evidence that bacteria ingested in food can affect brain function in humans. In an early proof-of-concept study of healthy women, they… Read More ›
Calcium supplements linked to longer lifespans in women
Contact: Jenni Glenn Gingery jgingery@endo-society.org 301-941-0240 The Endocrine Society Study finds calcium-rich diet, supplements provide equal benefits Chevy Chase, MD—Taking a calcium supplement of up to 1,000 mg per day can help women live longer, according to a recent study… Read More ›
Common Food Supplement Fights Degenerative Brain Disorders : Phosphatidylserine
Common Food Supplement Fights Degenerative Brain Disorders Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Nutritional supplement delays advancement of Parkinson’s and Familial Dysautonomia, TAU researchers discover Widely available in pharmacies and health stores, phosphatidylserine is a natural food supplement produced from beef, oysters,… Read More ›
Study finds vitamin C can kill drug-resistant TB
Contact: Kim Newman sciencenews@einstein.yu.edu 718-430-3101 Albert Einstein College of Medicine May 21, 2013 — (Bronx, NY) — In a striking, unexpected discovery, researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University have determined that vitamin C kills drug-resistant tuberculosis… Read More ›
Ginger compounds may be effective in treating asthma symptoms
Contact: Nathaniel Dunford ndunford@thoracic.org American Thoracic Society ATS 2013, PHILADELPHIA ─ Gourmands and foodies everywhere have long recognized ginger as a great way to add a little peppery zing to both sweet and savory dishes; now, a study from researchers… Read More ›
Reversing Paralysis with a Restorative Gel
Monday, May 13, 2013 TAU researchers develop implant to regenerate nerves Some parts of the body, like the liver, can regenerate themselves after damage. But others, such as our nervous system, are considered either irreparable or slow to recover, leaving… Read More ›
Could eating peppers prevent Parkinson’s?
Contact: Dawn Peters sciencenewsroom@wiley.com 781-388-8408 Wiley Dietary nicotine may hold protective key New research reveals that Solanaceae—a flowering plant family with some species producing foods that are edible sources of nicotine—may provide a protective effect against Parkinson’s disease. The study… Read More ›
Restless legs syndrome, insomnia and brain chemistry: A tangled mystery solved? (Excessive Glutamate)
Contact: Stephanie Desmon sdesmon1@jhmi.edu 410-955-8665 Johns Hopkins Medicine Johns Hopkins researchers believe they may have discovered an explanation for the sleepless nights associated with restless legs syndrome (RLS), a symptom that persists even when the disruptive, overwhelming nocturnal urge to… Read More ›
90 percent of pediatric specialists not following clinical guidelines when treating preschoolers with ADHD
Contact: Terry Lynam tlynam@nshs.edu 516-465-2600 North Shore-Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Health System Some prescribe medication too soon; others not even as a second-line treatment NEW HYDE PARK, NY – A recent study by pediatricians from the Cohen Children’s Medical Center… Read More ›
Outdoor recess time can reduce the risk of nearsightedness in children
Contact: Mary Wade mwade@aao.org 415-447-0221 American Academy of Ophthalmology 2 studies provide new data on impact of daylight exposure on eye development SAN FRANCISCO – May 1, 2013 – Two new studies add to the growing evidence that spending time… Read More ›
Abstract 137 – Diet, ‘anti-aging’ supplements may help reverse blood vessel abnormality
A diet low in grains, beans and certain vegetables — combined with “anti-aging” supplements — improved blood vessel function, in a study presented at the American Heart Association’s Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology 2013 Scientific Sessions. The blood vessel abnormality,… Read More ›
Mild iodine deficiency in womb associated with lower scores on children’s literacy tests
Contact: Jenni Glenn Gingery jgingery@endo-society.org 301-941-0240 The Endocrine Society Changes in mother’s diet, supplements may prevent long-term neurological impairment Chevy Chase, MD––Children who did not receive enough iodine in the womb performed worse on literacy tests as 9-year-olds than their… Read More ›
UCSB researchers successfully treat autism in infants
Contact: Andrea Estrada andrea.estrada@ia.ucsb.edu 805-893-4620 University of California – Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara, Calif.) –– Most infants respond to a game of peek-a-boo with smiles at the very least, and, for those who find the activity particularly entertaining, gales of… Read More ›
Treatment by naturopathic doctors shows reduction in cardiovascular risk factors
Contact: Kim Barnhardt kim.barnhardt@cmaj.ca 800-663-7336 x2224 Canadian Medical Association Journal Randomized controlled trial Counselling and treatment with naturopathic care as well as enhanced usual care reduced the prevalence of metabolic syndrome, a risk factor for heart disease, by 17% over… Read More ›
Sunshine hormone, vitamin D, may offer hope for treating liver fibrosis
Contact: Andy Hoang AHoang@salk.edu 619-861-5811 Salk Institute Salk findings suggest vitamin D therapy could be a powerful weapon in the fight against liver fibrosis LA JOLLA, CA—-Liver fibrosis results from an excessive accumulation of tough, fibrous scar tissue and… Read More ›
Probiotics found to reduce hepatic encephalopathy
Contact: Dimple Natali easlpressoffice@cohnwolfe.com 44-790-013-8904 European Association for the Study of the Liver Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Thursday 25 April 2013: Probiotics could emerge as a treatment plan to manage hepatic encephalopathy (HE) therapy after a new study announced at the International… Read More ›
Virus kills melanoma in animal model, spares normal cells
Contact: Jim Sliwa jsliwa@asmusa.org 202-942-9297 American Society for Microbiology Researchers from Yale University School of Medicine have demonstrated that vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) is highly competent at finding, infecting, and killing human melanoma cells, both in vitro and in animal… Read More ›
Quit smoking? Vitamin E may give extra boost to heart health
Contact: Richard Bruno Bruno.27@osu.edu Ohio State University Study suggests specific form of vitamin improves function of blood vessels COLUMBUS, Ohio – Taking a specific form of a vitamin E supplement can accelerate the health benefits that occur when people quit… Read More ›
Vitamin E identified as potential weapon against obesity
Contact: Angela Hopp ahopp@asbmb.org 713-471-4541 Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology BOSTON — A potential new way to fight obesity-related illness has been uncovered, thanks to serendipitous research led by investigators at the Case Western Reserve University School of… Read More ›
Grape intake may protect against metabolic syndrome-related organ damage
April 22, 2013 Media Contact: Justin Harris 734-764-2220 Study shows grapes reduced inflammation and fat storage, improved antioxidant defense ANN ARBOR, MI Consuming grapes may help protect against organ damage associated with the progression of metabolic syndrome,… Read More ›
Researchers abuzz over caffeine as cancer-cell killer
UAlberta research team uses caffeine and fruit flies to pinpoint genetic pathways that guide DNA repair in cancer cells. Posted by News Staff April 17, 2013 Images showing the normal eye of a fruit fly (left), versus the disfigured… Read More ›
Naturally-occurring substance proves effective against deadly skin cancer in laboratory tests
Contact: Joseph Carey jcarey@txbiomed.org 210-258-9437 Texas Biomedical Research Institute For the first time, scientists have demonstrated the mechanism of action of gossypin, a naturally-occurring substance found in fruits and vegetables, as a treatment for melanoma, which causes the majority of… Read More ›
Omega-3 fatty acids more effective at inhibiting growth of triple-negative breast cancer
Contact: Diana Quattrone diana.quattrone@fccc.edu 215-728-7784 Fox Chase Cancer Center WASHINGTON, DC (April 9, 2013)—Researchers from Fox Chase Cancer Center have found that omega-3 fatty acids and their metabolite products slow or stop the proliferation, or growth in the… Read More ›
Scientists have rediscovered a centuries-old procedure for supercharging your brain
Spark of Genius A new technology promises to supercharge your brain with electricity. Is it too good to be true? By Will Oremus|Posted Monday, April 1, 2013, at 2:30 PM Scientists have rediscovered a centuries-old procedure for supercharging your brain…. Read More ›
Fruit flies fed organic diets are healthier than flies fed nonorganic diets, study finds
Posted on March 25, 2013 by Margaret Allen Fruit flies raised on diets based on organic foods performed better on a variety of health tests, including fertility and longevity A new study looking at the potential health benefits of organic… Read More ›
New study highlights strong anti-cancer properties of soybeans: inhibited cancer cell growth by 73% for colon cancer, 70% for liver cancer and 68% for lung cancer
Contact: Sacha Boucherie S.Boucherie@elsevier.com 31-204-853-564 Elsevier First study to report that proteins found in soybeans, could inhibit growth of colon, liver and lung cancers, published in Food Research International Soybean meal is a bi-product following oil extraction from soybean seeds…. Read More ›
Engineering Evil 