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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

Plasma Power Protects Your Food

Lots of people worry about eating healthy and avoiding nasty chemicals. Unfortunately, food carrying the nasty chemicals known to cause cancer and weaken your immune and respiratory system. These harmful substances are super tiny, found in food and are known as toxins like aflatoxins. At first, the

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Jan 27 2025HEALTH

Why Patients with Fatty Liver Disease Don’t Act on What They Know

People with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) often know they should change their habits to improve their health. But why don't they always follow through? To find out, researchers used the Health Belief Model and talked to patients about what holds them back. MAFLD patie

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Jan 23 2025SPORTS

Ben Johnson's Jab at Packers Coach LaFleur

Ben Johnson, now with the Bears, didn't hold back his thoughts about Packers coach Matt LaFleur. Johnson, who spent six seasons in the NFC North as an assistant, chose the Bears because of their potential and his familiarity with the division. "This division is super tough right now, " Johnson said.

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Jan 05 2025HEALTH

Helpful Statins: A Fresh Look at Fatty Liver Disease

Fatty liver disease, also known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), is a widespread issue affecting many adults globally. It's part of metabolic syndrome, which ups the risk for heart and metabolic diseases. While lifestyle changes are key, they're tough to stick to. That's why researchers

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Dec 22 2024SCIENCE

Unveiling the Arctic's Secret Seafloor: A Groundbreaking Map

Imagine diving into the cold, dark waters of the Arctic Ocean. Until recently, more than a quarter of its seafloor remained a mystery. But thanks to a project called the International Bathymetric Chart of the Arctic Ocean (IBCAO), we now have a detailed map of the underwater world up north. This pro

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

How Bariatric Procedures Affect Fatty Liver Disease

As obesity rates climb, so does the number of people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). This condition can lead to inflammation and scarring of the liver, known as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). For some people with obesity, treatments like bariatric surgery and bariatric endosco

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Why Thin People Get Fatty Liver Disease

You might think fatty liver disease is only for overweight folks. Surprise! About 20% of people with this condition are actually thin. This isn't just about being obese; it's about how your body handles fat and sugar. When your liver stores too much fat, it's called hepatic steatosis. And even if yo

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Oct 19 2024SCIENCE

Life Under the Sea: Warm Volcanic Caves Reveal Hidden Ecosystems

Imagine diving a mile and a half under the ocean's surface. You'll find a world as strange as any other planet—volcanic ridges and hot springs, known as hydrothermal vents, that spew warm chemicals. These vents attract all sorts of animals, like tube worms, that have special bacteria to help them su

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Oct 15 2024SCIENCE

Life Found Under the Ocean Floor: What Does It Mean for Space?

Scientists have uncovered a surprising new home for marine life: beneath the ocean floor! Using a robotic submersible called SuBastian, researchers explored an area in the eastern Pacific Ocean called the Fava Flow Suburbs. They discovered that animals like tubeworms and mussels are living in caviti

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