Imagine if doctors could really understand what's happening deep inside our bones, not just see the overall shape. That's what Raman spectroscopy might help achieve, especially for the collagen part of our bones. The NHS spends a lot of money treating bone issues like osteoarthritis and osteoporosis
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a significant worldwide health issue that lacks effective treatments. Scientists are still trying to grasp the biochemical pathways that cause this disorder. This is where metabolomics comes in—it's a promising method to understand the metabolic changes linked to AUD.
Ever wondered about the tiny bacteria living inside our favorite raw vegetables? Scientists recently peeked into radishes, lettuces, onions, and tomatoes to find out more about these microscopic inhabitants, specifically their resistance to antibiotics. They discovered 144 different types of these b
Imagine being at a healthy weight, but your body behaves as if it's overweight. This condition, known as normal weight obesity (NWO), sneaks under the radar of healthcare professionals. They often assume low health risks when the Body Mass Index (BMI) is normal. But does NWO up the odds of getting b
Scientists have been exploring the health benefits hidden in raspberry plants. Previously, they looked at how growing conditions and ripeness affect the beneficial compounds in raspberry leaves and fruits. Now, they've turned their attention to the flowers. Using advanced tools like high-performance
Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is still a big deal for retailers. They see it as a way to bring people into stores and kick off the holiday shopping season. This year, with fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, stores are eager for Black Friday to succeed. Emily Phillips, a Texas
You might think that our planet's health is separate from our own. But it's not! They're connected like a big, intertwined puzzle. Sadly, we've been focusing too much on ourselves, which has led to increased pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and more. This harms both us and the environment. One b
Ever thought about how your skin can reveal insights into your health? Scientists discovered that skin autofluorescence (SAF), which measures glycation products in your skin, is a good sign of aging. But here’s the interesting part: they compared SAF with blood-based metabolomics, known as MetaboHea
Did you ever think your body has a tiny reporter named FGF21? This protein keeps an eye on your fat tissue and liver. When you're obese, your body makes more FGF21, like a warning that things aren't right. But, after special surgery, FGF21 levels drop. Why? Because the surgery helps your fat tissue
Metabolic diseases like heart conditions and diabetes are big health issues worldwide. People are using wearables and smartphones more often to monitor and deal with risk factors for these diseases. The problem is, there's no clear guide on how to get useful info from these gadgets. This makes it ha
