inflammation

Can One Gene Hold the Key to Stopping Autoimmune Disease?
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Can One Gene Hold the Key to Stopping Autoimmune Disease?

Imagine if the body’s immune system could be retrained to stop attacking itself. Scientists have identified a gene called Egr1 that may make this possible. This discovery could change how we understand and treat autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system loses its ability to…

Black Cumin: Nature’s Hidden Weapon Against Inflammation
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Black Cumin: Nature’s Hidden Weapon Against Inflammation

For centuries, black cumin (Nigella sativa) has been revered in traditional medicine as a healing seed with near-miraculous effects. Today, modern science is finally confirming what ancient healers knew: this tiny seed contains one of nature’s most powerful anti-inflammatory compounds, thymoquinone (TQ). From soothing arthritic pain to calming airway inflammation, black cumin may hold the…

Hidden Infections Behind Heart Attacks: What Science Is Finally Revealing
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Hidden Infections Behind Heart Attacks: What Science Is Finally Revealing

For years, cholesterol and poor lifestyle habits have taken the blame for heart attacks. But new research is changing that story. There is evidence that shows that bacterial infections may be the silent driver behind many heart attacks. Inside the fatty plaques of arteries, researchers discovered bacterial biofilms—tiny gel-like colonies that can hide undetected for…

When TSA Scanners Detect More Than You Expect: What Your Airport Experience Could Reveal About Your Health
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When TSA Scanners Detect More Than You Expect: What Your Airport Experience Could Reveal About Your Health

Traveling is stressful enough without being pulled aside for additional security checks. Yet, for some frequent flyers, being flagged during TSA screenings has become a regular and sometimes worrisome occurrence. While it’s easy to blame clothing or random chance, new conversations emerging online suggest something more surprising: these repeated scanner alerts could be your body’s…

How 6 Servings of Fermented Foods a Day Transformed Inflammation, According to Stanford
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How 6 Servings of Fermented Foods a Day Transformed Inflammation, According to Stanford

What if a simple bowl of yogurt or a serving of kimchi could calm inflammation and restore balance in your gut? According to groundbreaking research from Stanford University, it just might. In a 2021 study published, researchers discovered that eating six servings of fermented foods each day led to significant reductions in inflammation within just…

The New Protein Discovery That Could Prevent Sudden Death After Heart Attacks
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The New Protein Discovery That Could Prevent Sudden Death After Heart Attacks

Before the heart skips a beat, there’s an entire world of microscopic battles unfolding inside it. Every second after a heart attack, immune cells rush in to repair damage and protect the heart from further harm. But what if some of those same defenders actually make things worse? New research from Massachusetts General Hospital reveals…

U.K. Researchers Say They Have Found First Drug that Improves COVID-19 Survival
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U.K. Researchers Say They Have Found First Drug that Improves COVID-19 Survival

There’s new hope for critically ill hospitalized patients with COVID-19.  A commonly used drug has shown to improve survival rates by one third.  That’s according to a press release from a team of researchers in England.  This clinical trial is getting a lot of attention in the medical field because the preliminary findings sound really…