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Creatine: the truth behind the popular supplement and what it really does

Creatine is one of the most popular supplements in the world. Many people connect it with athletes, gyms, and muscle building. However, creatine is...

Scientists may have found the brain’s switch for chronic pain

For most people, pain is temporary. It starts when the body is injured and ends when healing is complete. This kind of pain helps protect...

Bacteria linked to kidney stone formation

Researchers found that bacteria likely plays a key role in most kidney stones. Previous studies only linked bacteria with kidney stones that formed after...

Why Strait of Hormuz crisis could quietly raise prices around the world

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has drawn attention mainly because of rising oil and petrol prices. But focusing only on fuel misses a...

Meet the ancient “dawn crocodile” that lived 210 million years ago

About 210 million years ago, on a humid riverbank in what is now northern New Mexico, two small crocodile relatives stood side by side...

The best exercise for knee arthritis may be simpler than you think

Knee osteoarthritis affects millions of people worldwide and is a leading cause of pain and reduced mobility. It develops slowly over time as the...

Why stopping and restarting popular weight-loss drugs may reduce their benefits

Weight-loss medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy have become very popular in recent years. Many people use these drugs to help control their weight...

Best exercise for better sleep in older people with mild cognitive decline

Many people know that staying active can help improve sleep. However, scientists have not always agreed on which type of exercise works best. Some studies...

New drug can prevent breast cancer with fewer side effects

A new study from Karolinska Institutet suggests that a lower-dose drug called endoxifen may offer a safer and more comfortable option for women who...

What popular creatine supplement really does for your body and brain

Creatine is a supplement that many people associate with the gym and athletic performance. It is often used by people who want to build...

Scientists find how to switch off ‘bad cholesterol’ at its source

Cholesterol is a fatty substance that the body needs in small amounts, but too much of it can be harmful. When levels of low-density...

Boosting stroke recovery: advances in rehabilitation therapy

A stroke can change your life in an instant. Symptoms come on suddenly. Facial drooping, arm weakness, or slurred speech can all signal that...

Low blood levels may quietly raise dementia risk

Anemia is a common condition, especially in older adults. It happens when the body does not have enough hemoglobin, a substance in red blood...

Your diet and gut may shape Alzheimer’s risk years before symptoms appear

Alzheimer’s disease is widely known as a condition that affects memory and thinking. It is the most common cause of dementia and has a...

Study finds new ways to treat type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that affects how the body handles sugar. In a healthy body, a hormone called insulin helps move...

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When giant beasts disappeared, nature changed forever—and we still see it today

Around 50,000 to 10,000 years ago, the Earth lost many of its largest animals. These were not just slightly bigger versions of today’s wildlife, but...

Forget our Sun—Planets might form more easily around double stars

For a long time, scientists believed that having two stars in one system would make it difficult for planets to form. The strong gravitational pull...

Do stars slow down before they die? New study reveals a surprising twist

Stars may look calm and steady in the night sky, but deep inside they are constantly moving and changing. One of the most important changes...

Young sun-like stars are not as menacing as thought

Scientists know that the behaviour of stars can dictate planetary habitability. Research shows that young stars emit powerful radiation that can strip planetary atmospheres away. And...

Tiny water drops could revolutionize solar panel cleaning

Solar energy is growing quickly around the world, with more and more panels being installed every year. But there is a simple problem: dust and...