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A way has been found to protect mitochondria from destruction

Mitochondria are vital elements inside every cell, producing energy from nutrients. When a person is stressed, especially at the cellular...

The virus knows how to trick the immune system

Monoclonal antibodies* have long been considered a reliable defence against coronavirus, but the virus finds loopholes again and again. A...

Daylight activates immunity

Scientists from New Zealand have discovered how daylight helps immune cells react faster to infection. It turned out that neutrophils...

Brain responsible for weight loss

A discovery by Swedish experts could change the approach to treating obesity. Researchers have discovered which nerve cells in the...

Age can be determined by blood

As we age, our blood changes – not only in composition, but also in the way it renews itself. With...

Cells signal the development of ALS long before symptoms occur

A new discovery by Swedish and British scientists is changing the understanding of the development of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)....

Taping your mouth at night can be detrimental to your health

Amid the popularity of social media trends, the practice of taping one’s mouth while sleeping has gained a lot of...

Vitamin D slows aging

American doctors have discovered that vitamin D supplements help to preserve telomeres – structures in cells on which the biological...

Gut microbes influence longevity

Every year leaves a mark on our bodies: cells weaken, chromosome defenses wear down, and health slowly declines. But what...