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It’s a hard truth in today’s world, but research indicates that the average person ingests between 39,000 and 52,000 microplastic particles annually through their food. This…
You May Be Historically Older Than Your “Real Age” Reuters/Toru Hanai Years ago, when I began discussing the concept of aging, the “biological clock” emerged as…
Understanding Body Fat: The Good, The Bad, and The Complex Dr. Ray Clark & Mervyn Goff/Science Photo Library Body fat is often misunderstood as merely a…
Timing chemotherapy properly can reduce side effects. Paul Springett/Alamy It is often said that timing plays a crucial role, and cancer treatment might be no exception.…
Individuals enjoying a swim in London’s Beckenham Place Park Lake during January AMcCulloch / Alamy It’s 8am, and I find myself at the edge of my…
These scaffolds provide structure for 3D printed organsTristan Fewings/Getty Images irreplaceable youMary Roach one world publications (UK); WW Norton (USA) Our bodies comprise various soft, hard,…
Rostislav Zatonsky/Alamy Women are not simply “smaller men.” For many years, medical research has primarily focused on male rodents, which lack the intricate hormonal cycles found…
The mummified remains of a boy buried in a copper box between 1617 and 1814 Annamaria Arabiso An adolescent boy, interred in a copper coffin almost…
In light of rising apprehensions regarding the effects of artificial intelligence on performers, actress Olivia Williams emphasized that actors should handle data obtained from body scans…
FIt’s common for actors on film and TV sets to be asked to enter a booth lined with cameras prepared to capture their likeness from multiple…
According to new research published in the journal Food, daily consumption of mango (Mangifera indica) over a period of 24 weeks has shown improvements in both…
This water flow took place on ancient asteroids over a billion years after their formation, likely due to the heat generated by melting ice, which caused…
Researchers have established a connection between being overweight or obese and various illnesses and health issues. Heart disease, some types of cancer, and additional conditions such…
If you find yourself at your desk, feeling a bit fatigued and pondering where the weekend went, the thought of a four-day workweek might sound incredibly…
Cemetery shifts earn their name for a reason. Individuals working night shifts face heightened health risks, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and depression. The World…
Plastic polymers are everywhere in our daily lives, and their durability makes them suitable for numerous uses, yet effective disposal remains a significant issue. Recent discoveries…
Emotions can manifest as physical sensations—be it a surge of anger, a flutter of excitement, or waves of joy, our feelings often have a tangible presence…
The #MeToo movement against women’s sexual abuse gained traction in 2017, leading to what I term the #Anatomytoo moment, during which the derogatory anatomical label attached…
Intermittent fasting has emerged as a popular approach to enhance health and boost metabolism. However, recent research indicates that its advantages may be diminished by body…
Bone collector caterpillar from the Waianae Mountains of Oahu, HawaiiDaniel Rubinov et al. 2025 The newly described “Bone Collector” caterpillar species disguises itself as dead insect…
E-cigarettes have been credited with helping millions of people in the UK quit smoking, but that doesn’t mean they are without risks. Vaping may contain fewer…
Postpartum recovery takes longer than the traditional six-week period commonly referred to as the “fourth stage.” Recent research conducted by biologists at the Wiseman Institute of…
Pregnancy has many effects on the body Anna Still/Getty Image As anyone who goes through it knows, pregnancy transforms the body a lot. And now we…
A recent comprehensive study has uncovered the significant health benefits and potential drawbacks of Ozempic and Wegovy. Groundbreaking research has shown that weight loss medications, such…
overview An orca that carried around a dead calf for several days in 2018 appears to be repeating the same behavior with a newly dead calf.…
Studies have shown the alarming extent of microplastics traveling through our bodies. Scientists have discovered tiny plastic particles in various parts of the human body, such…
People with a uterus experience menstruation about once every 28 days for approximately 40 years of their lives. Menstruation goes beyond just blood. It’s common for…
Creatine supplements are usually available in powder formShutterstock/RHJPhtotos Creatine is one of the most widely studied performance-enhancing substances in the world. Once dismissed as just a…
Imagine being able to visualize every aspect of our bodies, from our genes to the smallest cells that make up our organs. Scientists are now working…
Newly described trilobite genera and species alter one morphological character to overcome challenges and modify another character to fulfill the original function, presenting a unique example…
Gender plays a significant role in determining where fat is stored in the body. Men tend to store fat around their abdomen, while women tend to…
Weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have been under discussion for some time, but new research suggests there may be better alternatives. Enter Amicretin, a novel…
circleIf you work security, stopping thieves can be an uphill battle. Most would-be thieves know that they have the same legal powers as security guards, so…
In the beauty industry, treatments to combat bloating and cellulite are in high demand. Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Kim Kardashian, and Sean “Diddy” Combs are now…
If you’ve ever made it a goal to change your appearance, you’re not alone. Around 43% of UK adults have the goal of losing weightFor many,…
If you have ever set a goal to change your appearance, know that you are not alone. Approximately 43% of UK adults aim to lose weight.…
There is a growing trend in the beauty industry to seek treatments for bloating and cellulite, with lymphatic drainage massage becoming increasingly popular among A-list celebrities…
Studying corpses can provide valuable insights. Observing the decomposition process can enhance our knowledge of the nuances involved, aid in locating and identifying the deceased more…
From T-shirts with changing messages to carpets that can detect your position, the future of smart textiles seems to come straight out of a sci-fi novel.…
In The Truth of Areke, the last remaining free city in the Eternal Desert has been under siege for centuries.Shutterstock / Liu Zishan This month we…