Air pollution’s chemical punch alters immune markers in pregnant women, study finds

New research reveals that it’s not just the amount, but the oxidative power of air pollution that shifts key immune signals in expectant mothers, potentially impacting both maternal defenses and fetal development. Study: Personal exposure to air pollutants and immune system biomarkers in pregnant women. Image Credit: chayanuphol / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the … Read more

Apple peels beat some diabetes drugs at blocking blood sugar spikes

Scientists uncover the surprising power of apple peels to fight diabetes and oxidative stress — but how do they compare to existing drugs? Study: Apple peels as an edible source of phenolic bioactive compounds with antidiabetic and antiglycation properties. Image Credit: SandaloFilms / Shutterstock A recent study published in the journal Food & Function investigated apple peels … Read more

Innovative technique converts fibroblasts into functional cardiomyocytes

Cardiovascular disease continues to lead as the primary cause of death across the globe, taking millions of lives every year. Damage caused by these diseases is particularly difficult to repair, since the heart has minimal ability to regenerate itself. But what if we could reprogram the body’s own cells to restore damaged tissue? This groundbreaking … Read more