Heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and mercury are sneaky troublemakers. They hide in food, water, and air, causing serious problems for pregnant women and their babies. These metals can lead to miscarriages, low birth weight, early deliveries, and even developmental issues in kids. They work by creat
In the heart of western Kenya, a tiny freshwater snail is making a big impact on public health. This snail, known as Biomphalaria pfeifferi, has a unique way of reproducing. It mostly fertilizes its own eggs, leading to many identical snails. This might not seem important, but it is crucial for unde
Camellia oil, often called "Oriental olive oil, " is gaining attention for its health benefits. This oil is packed with good stuff like unsaturated fatty acids, polyphenols, phytosterols, squalene, and vitamin E. These components work together to make the oil super helpful for our health. One of th
Moringa oleifera, a plant packed with nutrients, is gaining attention for its potential to manage type 2 diabetes. This condition, marked by high blood sugar, affects millions worldwide. It's often linked to lifestyle factors, genetics, and environmental influences. Traditional treatments, like metf
In the heart of Southern Malawi, a significant discovery has been made. Researchers have found a type of snail, Biomphalaria pfeifferi, in the Lower Shire Valley. This isn't just any snail; it's a key player in the spread of intestinal schistosomiasis, a disease that causes a lot of suffering in Afr
Ancient clay tablets, known as cuneiform tablets, were the go-to writing material in the Near East from around 3000 BCE to 100 CE. These clay tablets were super tough for daily use. But when they were buried for thousands of years, they started to get damaged by salts. Salts on these tablets cause
Researchers looked into how different sources of nutrients like copper, manganese, and zinc affect beef heifers. They used either sulfate or hydroxychloride forms during periods of restricted feeding and high-starch diets. The study involved Nelore heifers with similar ages and weights, divided into
