GENETIC FACTORS

Jul 08 2025HEALTH

How Bad Childhoods Can Make You Age Faster

Bad things happening to kids can mess with their bodies for life. It's not just about feeling sad or angry. It can actually make cells age faster. Scientists looked at how different kinds of bad childhood experiences and parenting styles affect something called telomere length. Telomeres are like tiny caps on our chromosomes that protect our DNA. When they get shorte...

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Jun 28 2025HEALTH

How Genes and Liver Fat Team Up to Raise Triglyceride Levels

High triglyceride levels, or hypertriglyceridaemia, are not just about what you eat. It's a mix of genes and lifestyle. The liver plays a big role here. When the liver has too much fat, it makes more of a certain type of cholesterol. This cholesterol is rich in triglycerides. Now, scientists think that this liver fat interacts with a person's genetic makeup. Together...

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Cost of Pushing Limits: Rowing and Heart Health

Heart troubles can pop up in athletes who push themselves too hard. A recent study dug into why former top-level rowers might face a higher chance of a heart rhythm issue called atrial fibrillation (AF). The big question: is it the intense training or something in their genes? Rowing is no joke. It takes serious effort and stamina. But all that hard work might come ...

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May 26 2025SCIENCE

How Genes and Hormones Shape Young Athletes

Genes and hormones are big players in how kids respond to exercise and perform in sports. The idea is to look at how these factors work together to shape a child's athletic abilities. This is important for coaches and parents to understand. It helps them create better training plans and spot potential stars early on. Over the past decade, many studies have dug i...

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Apr 23 2025HEALTH

The Role of CNPY2 in Inflammation

The gut can be a battleground for inflammation, especially in cases of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This condition is a long-term struggle, influenced by genes, environment, and the immune system. The exact processes behind IBD are still a mystery. However, recent findings have shed light on a key player: CNPY2. CNPY2 seems to have a big impact on colit...

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Apr 17 2025HEALTH

Childhood Trauma and Genes: Unraveling PTSD Mysteries

Stress disorders after rape are quite common. The body's stress response system, known as the HPA axis, plays a big role in how people cope with trauma. A specific gene, FKBP5, helps regulate this system. A recent study looked into how childhood trauma and this gene might affect PTSD symptoms over time. The study focused on women who had experienced rape in KwaZulu ...

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Apr 02 2025HEALTH

How Movement and Inactivity Affect Stroke Risk: A Genetic Look

People often wonder if their daily habits truly impact their health. One big question is how physical activity and sitting around affect the chances of having a stroke. A recent study dug into this using a method called Mendelian randomization. This approach helps figure out if there is a direct cause-and-effect relationship. The study looked at different types of s...

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Mar 08 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Secrets of Super Agers

Ever wondered what makes some people live incredibly long lives? These folks, known as supercentenarians, are people who have lived past 110 years. They often have amazing mental and physical health, which is why scientists are so interested in them. By studying these super agers, we can learn a lot about aging and maybe even find ways to help everyone live health...

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Feb 02 2025EDUCATION

The surprising story behind tattoos and how you end up with one

Started decades ago tattoos have been prevalent in various forms but few people think about why they get one. Remember all those mysterious trends from our great grandparents trying to keep us away from getting a tattoo? . Like when you were young and your family warned you about getting a tattoo. Contrast this to your childhood friend who ...

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Dec 29 2024HEALTH

Why Do Our Pets Get Itchy Skin?

Ever wondered why your dog or cat is always scratching? Meet atopic dermatitis, a common skin disease in pets. It's caused by a mix of things from their genetics to the environment they live in. You see, some pets have a gene that makes their skin barrier weaker, so when they come across allergens like house dust mites or pollen, their immune system goes a bit overbo...

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