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Why is black pepper in your supplements?
These studies suggest that black pepper, particularly its active piperine, enhances the absorption and bioavailability of various nutrients and drugs by affecting drug-metabolising enzymes and intestinal absorption and inhibiting certain transport proteins.
Benefits of using steam rooms and saunas.
These studies suggest that steam rooms and saunas may reduce the risk of cardiovascular, vascular, and neurocognitive diseases, improve respiratory and pulmonary function, alleviate pain and joint issues, enhance immune function, and support mental well-being and sleep.
Lions Mane Mushroom: Mood, Focus, Anti-Cancer, Anti-Diabetes. Too good to be true?
Lion's mane mushroom is a traditional edible and medicinal mushroom known for its potential health benefits. It has been studied for its effects on mental health, cognitive function, cancer, metabolic disorders, and antioxidant properties.
Reasons not to delay having kids. What the research says!
Some studies suggest that both young and advanced maternal age increase the risk of intellectual and learning disabilities, ADHD, and adverse birth outcomes, while other studies indicate that advanced paternal age is associated with higher risks of autism, schizophrenia, and other genetic disorders in offspring.
Red Grapes vs Green Grapes, which do you pick? Questions you've never asked.
Some studies suggest red grapes are better for health due to their higher antioxidant and phenolic content, while other studies highlight the superior nutritional value of green grapes in terms of minerals like potassium, magnesium, calcium, and zinc.
What you need to know about infertility rising in the west - Hint: Plastics!
Infertility rates in Western countries have been on the rise, prompting significant research into the underlying causes. This synthesis aims to consolidate findings from multiple studies to comprehensively understand why infertility is increasing in the West.
What are telomeres and how do they influence how long you could live?
These studies suggest telomeres are protective DNA-protein complexes at the ends of chromosomes that maintain genome stability, influence aging and longevity, and are associated with health conditions like cancer and aging-related diseases.