A new lab study finds that erythritol, a common zero-calorie sweetener, may impair brain blood vessel cell function and affect stroke risk pathways.

The authors proposed two hypotheses: first, that methamphetamine induces neuroinflammation, and second, that it alters neuronal stem cell differentiation. These are valuable hypotheses, and the ...

Appointment highlights DIMERx’s next phase of growth as it advances non-addictive pain therapeutics with support from the NIH HEAL Initiative ...

Emerging research positions TUDCA, a bile acid compound, as a promising neuroprotective agent against Alzheimer’s, ...

Smoking significantly elevates the risk and worsens outcomes of RCC. As per the study, both current and former smokers had 1.5–1.6 times higher odds of presenting with advanced-stage RCC, such as ...

Psilocybin shows promise for extending lifespan and slowing aging by preserving telomeres, new studies reveal.

Green tea can help lower blood pressure when consumed regularly. Learn how often and how much to drink to reap the blood ...

Researchers have uncovered a surprising connection between a cancer-related signaling pathway and the blood-brain and blood-retina barriers.

Microbiomes in older mice pumped out damaging metabolites that drove endothelial cell senescence, offering potential targets ...

The value of a recent biochemical discovery can be seen in the case of an 8-year-old boy. In August 2023 he was able to play typical sports, but by November he needed a wheelchair because of a rare ...

Though hypertension can't be cured, it can be managed. Following an effective treatment plan can help keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.

Lowering cholesterol can reduce a person’s overall risk of heart disease and heart attack. Learn about lifestyle strategies and drugs that may help.