Polyphenols, abundant in fruits, vegetables, tea, and coffee, offer potential health benefits. However, owing to low bioavailability, the mechanisms underlying their beneficial effects remain unknown. In a recent study, researchers have explored the interaction between polyphenols and human sensory receptors. Their findings elucidate how polyphenols influence brain function and metabolic pathways by interacting with gut …

Deciphering the role of bitter and astringent polyphenols in promoting well-being Read More »

In a new study, researchers found that a carefully worded, short questionnaire successfully identified people who were most likely to develop chronic pain. These patients were then steered to a more detailed risk stratification and holistic services that led to better outcomes. ​In a new study, researchers found that a carefully worded, short questionnaire successfully …

Early identification of persistent pain plus holistic interventions cut opioid use Read More »

Frequent musculoskeletal pain is linked with an increased risk of exiting work and retiring earlier, according to a new study. ​Frequent musculoskeletal pain is linked with an increased risk of exiting work and retiring earlier, according to a new study. Frequent musculoskeletal pain is linked with an increased risk of exiting work and retiring earlier, according …

Earlier retirement for people with chronic musculoskeletal pain Read More »

Researchers have identified a mechanism that causes neurological problems in mice infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19. The researchers also found a treatment that helped prevent these changes. ​Researchers have identified a mechanism that causes neurological problems in mice infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19. The researchers also found a treatment that helped …

Research offers hope for preventing post-COVID ‘brain fog’ by targeting brain’s blood vessels Read More »

The dust of comets fills the space between the planets, collectively called the zodiacal cloud. Still, severe breakdown has reduced that dust in size so much that it now scatters sunlight efficiently, causing the faint glow in the night sky known as the ‘zodiacal light.’ It was long thought that high-speed collisions pulverized the comet …

Heat to blame for space pebble demise Read More »

A group of coastal Alaska Native tribes in 2016 began monitoring shellfish, a traditional harvest, for deadly biotoxins because the state only tests commercial harvests. The program fills an essential gap in public health protection and has found success, with 17 tribes now in the testing network. Securing stable, long-term funding and improving public outreach …

Alaska Native tribes take lead on shellfish toxin testing where state falls short Read More »

Researchers examined the developmental processes and reproduction-related behavior of 8 of the 11 families of Dermaptera (earwigs) in detail and compared with those reported in previous studies. The results confirmed that Dermaptera is a polyneopteran order, and the features such as caudal forceps and elaborate maternal care for eggs and young larvae emerged in parallel …

Evolutionary history of the formation of forceps and maternal care in earwigs Read More »

Venting about a source of anger might feel good in the moment, but it’s not effective at reducing the rage, new research suggests. Instead, techniques often used to address stress — deep breathing, mindfulness, meditation, yoga or even counting to 10 — have been shown to be more effective at decreasing anger and aggression. ​Venting …

Breathe, don’t vent: Turning down the heat is key to managing anger Read More »