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Not all fats affect your body the same way. Researchers found that palmitic acid, a saturated fat common in many foods, may contribute to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes by triggering inflammation, toxic fat build...

Smell and taste disorders cause psychological, emotional, and social suffering that rivals severe chronic illnesses like stroke, diabetes, and Parkinson's.

A new study reveals that an integrated Trauma-Focused CBT for psychosis (TF-CBTp) safely and effectively eliminates PTSD diagnoses for 50% of patients.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first new sunscreen ingredient to be permitted for over-the-counter consumer use in the U.S. since 1999.

A study of long-lived families has identified rare genetic variants that may help people stay healthier for much longer as they age. One standout mutation appears to temper inflammation, potentially delaying disease and ...

Researchers found that a Chinese sodium-ion battery performs far better than expected, with production quality and design features comparable to Teslas batteries. If engineers can improve cold-weather charging and energy...

A new James Webb telescope snap shows off the glowing gas, sculpted jets and newborn stars lurking within the giant cosmic cloud OMC-2, located in the Sword of Orion.

Freshwater lakes across North America and Europe are becoming noticeably browner, reducing underwater visibility and reshaping fish populations. Research found that several popular sport fish, including trout, bass, perc...

Scientists at Baylor College of Medicine may have uncovered a promising new way to combat Alzheimers and Parkinsons disease. Instead of trying to stop Tau and alpha-synuclein proteins from gathering into tiny droplets in...

A long-term Yale study is challenging one of the biggest myths about aging. Nearly half of adults over 65 improved physically, mentally, or both over time, despite the common belief that aging means constant decline. Res...

Despite centuries of study, scientists are still finding new details and even overlooked structures within the human body. As researchers explore anatomical differences between individuals, its becoming clear that the bo...

As newborn neurons make their way through the developing brain, they must squeeze through incredibly tight spaces to reach their final destinations. Researchers discovered that this physical journey routinely causes some...

Researchers have concluded that nicotine vapes are likely to cause lung and oral cancers, based on evidence ranging from human biomarkers to animal and laboratory studies. The findings challenge the idea that vaping is a...