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Microalgae Lipids: A Secret Weapon Against Sun Damage?

November 27, 2024

Ever wondered how microalgae could help protect our skin from the sun? Scientists have been looking into this, focusing on two types: Nannochloropsis oceanica and Chlorococcum amblystomatis. Their lipid extracts can potentially shield our skin from ultraviolet A (UVA) damage. These lipids work by k

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Scaffold Secret: A New Weapon Against Infected Wounds

November 26, 2024

Infected wounds often struggle to heal due to bacterial invasion and inflammation. To tackle this, scientists created a unique scaffold using hyaluronan and modified gelatin. This scaffold, called HAG-g-C, was designed to mimic a protein-rich environment and was decorated with a natural antimicrobia

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Religious Beliefs and Military Service: A Complex Relationship

November 26, 2024

Rabbi Avi Goldberg, a respected community figure, passed away last month while fighting in Israel's recent conflict with Hezbollah. He saw his military service as a religious duty, a view shared by many observant Jews in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Since the outbreak of war in October 2023, num

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MMA Updates: Musumeci's UFC Dream, Muhammad's Health, PFL's Struggle & UFC's Giveaway

November 25, 2024

Mikey Musumeci, a grappling star, has set his sights on the UFC. He's keen to fight in the octagon, but first, he wants to boost the popularity of grappling. Meanwhile, Belal Muhammad is recovering fast from a toe infection and hopes to return soon. Over at PFL-Bellator, fighters are frustrated with

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UFC Macau: A Clash of Styles – Xiaonan vs. Ricci

November 25, 2024

The upcoming UFC Macau event is set to be a thrilling night for fans, with a key bantamweight fight and an exciting strawweight matchup. China’s Yan Xiaonan, ranked sixth, will face Brazil’s Tabatha Ricci, who’s ninth in the division. Xiaonan, known for her striking, has a record of 18 wins and 4 lo

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Jamahal Hill's Dream Fight: A Surprising Call-Out from the GOAT

November 25, 2024

Jon Jones, the legendary UFC fighter, has made headlines again. This time, he’s not just defending his title, but also calling out some unexpected opponents. After his recent win at UFC 309, Jon Jones has expressed a desire to take on exciting matchups like one against Jamahal Hill. Hill, who hails

health

Brain Inflammation and DNA Changes: A Closer Look at Alzheimer's

November 23, 2024

Alzheimer's disease messes with your memory and makes you confused. It happens when stuff called amyloid beta plaques and tangles pile up in your brain, blocking its normal work. There's no cure yet, and as people live longer, more folks will get it. Why does this happen? Lots of reasons, like infla

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Discovering Ergothioneine: A Natural Fighter Against Liver Fibrosis

November 23, 2024

Ergothioneine, often found in our diet, is a powerful sulfur-containing amino acid with strong anti-oxidant and anti-inflammation properties. It's no surprise that it might help against liver fibrosis, a condition caused by chronic inflammation and oxidative stress. But how exactly does it work? Tha

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Elderly Hip Fractures: How Inflammation Affects Mortality

November 23, 2024

When an elderly person has a hip fracture, it's a serious event. One thing doctors look at is something called the systemic immune-inflammation index (SII). This index measures the balance between white blood cells and platelets, giving an idea of overall inflammation in the body. A recent study wan

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Icy Treatment May Lower Inflammation in Healthy Adults: A Preliminary Study

November 22, 2024

Let's talk about inflammation, the silent culprit behind many health issues like obesity, metabolic syndrome, and heart disease. It's even linked to a higher risk of dying. Doctors have found that whole-body cryotherapy (W-BC), a fancy term for full-body cold treatment, can help people with certain