A protein called fibrinogen that is known to help form blood clots also triggers scar formation in the brain and spinal cord, according to new research in the April 28 issue of the Journal of Neuroscience.
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A blog about health science, human physiology, and nutrition, with a focus on alternative medicine and life extension.
Chemicals Found In Fruit And Vegetables Offer Dementia Hope
Nutrient could protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease.
Beetroot juice boosts stamina, new study shows
Makes exercise less tiring, greater endurance effect.
Daily potassium citrate wards off kidney stones in seizure patients on high-fat diet
New research from Johns Hopkins Children’s Center.
Scientists Discover Clues To What Makes Human Muscle Age
Researchers identify biochemical pathways linked to aging of muscle.
Lack Of Sleep More Dangerous For Women Than Men
Study shows women who get less than eight hours sleep at higher risk.
Football Dangerous To Your Well-Being?
NFL player life expectancy is 20 years shorter than population.
Fatigue Related To Radiotherapy May Be Caused By Inflammation
Pro-inflammatory cytokines linked to fatigue; role in many disorders.
Unstable Proteins Can Cause Premature Ageing
Impaired cell respiration implicated in premature aging and disease.
Survival Tip: Heart Attack Patients Need To Be Cooled
A life saving procedure but not practiced by most hospitals.
Scientists Uncork Potential Secret Of Red Wine’s Health Benefits
Understanding how resveratrol in red wine controls inflammation.
Celiac Disease Four Times More Prevalent Now Than in 1950s
Celiac disease is an immune system reaction to gluten.
Baking soda: For cooking, cleaning and kidney health?
A daily dose of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) helps patients.
