What is resistant starch?
Resistant starches are starches that the body cannot break down and use for energy. Read this article to learn about the types of resistant starch and their potential health benefits. View original article Contributor:
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Inflammation drives tau damage in Alzheimer’s
Inflammation drives neuron damage by tau protein accumulation in Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative brain diseases, according to new research. View original article Contributor:
What to know about recovering from concussion
Concussion recovery usually takes 2 weeks to 1 month, and most people make a full recovery. Learn about concussion recovery and recovery tips here. View original article Contributor:
Alzheimer’s: Poor air quality may contribute to cognitive decline
A recent study adds to the evidence linking air pollution with cognitive decline. The researchers also suggest a possible underlying mechanism. View original article Contributor:
Brain cancer: Lithium may restore cognitive function after radiation
New research has found that lithium improves memory and learning capabilities in young female mice that have undergone radiation treatment. View original article Contributor:
Obsessive love: What to know
Obsessive love disorder can be a symptom of an underlying mental health condition or due to previous trauma. Learn more about its symptoms, causes, and treatments here. View original article Contributor:
Sinus tachycardia: Everything you need to know
Sinus tachycardia is when the sinus node in the heart sends electrical impulses faster than the normal rate, resulting in an increased heart rate. Learn more in this article. View original article Contributor:
Can activated charcoal detox the body?
Activated charcoal can reduce the toxic effects of some substances, but it only works in very specific circumstances. Here, learn about the uses and effectiveness of activated charcoal. View original article Contributor:
What to know about constipation and nausea
Constipation is infrequent bowel movements consisting of hard, dry stools. It can also lead to other symptoms, such as nausea, depending on the cause. Learn about nausea and constipation, the causes, and ways to treat it here. View original article Contributor:
The brain finds a way to adapt, even when we remove half
Some people undergo surgery to remove half of the brain to stop seizures. Evidence suggests that this does not significantly alter brain function. View original article Contributor: