May 31, 2023 08:30AM
Most mesh tea bags are made of 20 to 30 percent plastic, which can release microplastics and nanoplastics, causing harmful effects for both human health and the environment.
A group of leading technology executives, researchers, academics and others from around the world have signed an open letter prepared by the Future of Life Institute calling for a six-month pause on large, human-competitive artificial intelligence experiments.
Brazilian researchers have discovered rocks formed from plastic debris in the permanently preserved area of Trindade Island, approximately 680 miles off the coast of Brazil.
New research published in the journal Nature has found dramatic changes in the composition of sea ice in the Arctic Ocean since 2007 caused by climate change.
A team of researchers from the National University of Singapore, the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Stanford University are using artificial intelligence (AI) to decode human brain scans and determine what a person is picturing in their mind.
A new study published in Annals of Internal Medicine determined that vitamin D deficiency increases mortality risk.
Parents are busy people, often juggling multiple commitments. Add a toddler meltdown to the mix, and it is easy to understand why parents may reach for a tablet, smartphone or other screen to calm and occupy the child.
A new study in the journal Nature Medicine suggests that short bursts of intense movement are associated with a lower risk of premature death.
We have been conditioned to believe that eight glasses of water are required each day, but new research published in Science found that daily water needs vary based on numerous factors.
In March, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released updated statistics on the rate of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which has been steadily on the rise.
A 2022 research study published in The Journal of Nutrition suggests that herbs and spices may be unsung heroes in the quest for gut health.
Apr 28, 2023 08:30AM
Ashwagandha(Withania som- nifera) is a known adaptogenic herb that has been reported to improve sexual satisfaction, sleep and quality of life in women.
New research has found that exposure to natural environments may reduce the risk of hospitalization for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, related dementias and Parkinson’s disease.
A Type 2 diabetes (T2D) diagnosis is often regarded as a lifelong sentence and typically treated as such, requiring an increasing number of drugs. However, sustained remission of T2D is now well established.
Fatigue is often reported as the most disabling symptom for people with autoimmune disorders, significantly impairing their physical, mental and social quality of life.
Water immersion during labor is an increasingly popular birthing option for healthy women that experience a straightforward pregnancy, labor spontaneously at full term and plan to give birth in a midwifery-led care setting.
Scientists have developed a water-activated, disposable, paper battery, according to a proof-of-concept study published in Scientific Reports.
Roughly measuring the size of Florida, the Thwaites Glacier is one of the most rapidly melting ice formations in Antarctica, having retreated more than eight miles since the 1990s.
A shift away from fossil fuels and an increase in agricultural demand will cause the demand for sulfuric acid to increase considerably from 246 to 400 million metric tons by 2040.
According to unpublished research by the U.S. Forest Service reported by Columbia Insight, fir trees in Oregon and Washington died in record-breaking numbers in 2022.
In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, Honda is experimenting with the Chlamydomonas reinhardtii class of algae they have nicknamed “Dreamo."
Mar 31, 2023 08:30AM
Pomegranate fruit has been widely used in traditional medicine, and a new, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine looked at the effects of taking pomegranate extract for a period of four weeks on different aspects of skin and gut health.
Researchers in the UK compared the effect that different types of daily movement had on overall cognition, memory and executive function.
A new study published in Molecular Psychiatry has shown that eating more fermented foods and fiber daily for just four weeks significantly lowered perceived stress levels.
A common mental health condition in the U.S., anxiety disorder involves excessive fear or worry that manifests as emotional and physical symptoms.
Plant-based diets have been associated with several health benefits, but not much is known about their effects on mental health.
There are approximately 6 million non-native, feral pigs in the United States that are destroying crops, native animals and pose risks of giving diseases to humans.
A new study published in Environmental Science & Technology finds that gas stoves frequently leak dangerous pollutants into the kitchen.
Two London-based roboticists, Mirko Kovac and Robert Stuart-Smith, have developed new technology that mimics the way bees work together to build a structure.
A Swedish battery manufacturer, Northvolt, in partnership with Stora Enso, one of the largest private forest owners in the world, has developed a battery for electric vehicles.
Rapid ocean warming and other effects caused by climate change have stressed and degraded corals around the globe, and scientists have been studying ways to rebuild, manage and conserve these vital ecosystems.
Feb 27, 2023 08:30AM
Stressed college students might benefit by adding walnuts to their diet before their next exam.
Although human-grade foods for pets are commercially available, little research has been done on their health impacts.
A new study conducted by researchers at Brown University has identified certain supplements that may be beneficial for heart health.
Wind turbines provide one of the cleanest sources of energy; the power they produce is free, helping us reduce our dependence on fossil fuels.
At the end of 2022, an extraordinary whale named Moon made the 3,100-mile journey from British Columbia to Hawaii with a broken back.
For centuries, brazilwood (Paubrasilia echinata) has been used to make the finest bows for classical stringed instruments due to its unmatched ability to project sound.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) more than 100 U.S. crops depend on pollination by honeybees and other insects.
Scientists have warned for years that as forests and grasslands are disappearing at unprecedented rates and oceans are pressured by pollution, humans are pushing Earth beyond tenable limits.
Feb 27, 2023 08:00AM
A new study may shed light on why some people gain more weight than others regardless of diet and activity levels.
Jan 31, 2023 08:30AM
Weighted blankets may be a non-drug option to help ease conditions like insomnia and anxiety by allowing the body to release more melatonin (a hormone that promotes sleep) at bedtime.
Add maternal mental health benefits to the well-documented physical advantages that breastfeeding offers to moms and their infants.
According to a new study led by Stanford University and published in Nature Human Behaviour, positioning our facial muscles into a smile can actually cause us to feel happier.
Toothpaste containing certain plant-derived extracts was found to be effective in the prevention or treatment of gingivitis and early-stage periodontitis, according to a study published in Dentistry Journal.
A study published in BMJ Open evaluated the use of zinc for the prevention or treatment of acute viral respiratory tract infections (RTI) in adults.
Climate change has spurred researchers and companies to develop fuels with zero carbon emissions.
Dispersed throughout the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic oceans, the hawksbill sea turtle helps maintain high coral cover on reefs by removing invasive prey.
The World Economic Forum estimates that about 400 million tons of plastic waste are produced globally each year and that 98 percent of single-use plastic products are made from fossil fuels.
The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced the achievement of fusion ignition at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL).
In a groundbreaking decision, world governments have awarded increased protections to 54 species of sharks at the 19th Conference of the Parties of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
The United Nations designated 2021 to 2030 the Decade on Ecosystem Restoration to prevent, halt and reverse the degradation of ecosystems on every continent and in every ocean.
Dec 30, 2022 08:30AM
Older adults that consistently get up early and stay active throughout the day are happier and perform better on cognitive tests than those with irregular activity patterns.
Researchers have found there is no scientific ground to demonize saturated fat as a cause of cardiovascular disease.
A study suggests that a few cups of black tea a day might help to avoid an early death.
A new clinical trial found that a combination of N-acetyl cysteine and glycine (GlyNAC) boosted glutathione and improved or reversed many signs of aging.
Children that live with a parent that has depression are more likely to also develop depression and not achieve educational milestones.
Scientists are amplifying the natural sounds of the sea via underwater speakers to induce baby oysters to swim toward desirable locations for regrowing oyster reefs.
A study suggests that while mechanical devices like Seabin do remove plastics and other items of marine litter, the quantities can be comparatively low and they may trap marine organisms.
Liquid helium, a nonrenewable element found deep underground, is needed to operate the magnets in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines, and supplies are becoming harder to find.
Agrivoltaics, the emerging practice of integrating solar installations with working farmland, can reduce emissions, save water and possibly even boost crop yields.
A $1 billion effort to electrify school buses will provide renewable fuel vehicles for around 400 school districts, including Indigenous tribal lands, Puerto Rico and American Samoa.
When an earthquake occurs, it sends seismic P waves through the ground that a Google app called MyShake can detect with a network of 1,300 U.S. Geological Survey sensors.
Nov 30, 2022 08:30AM
A recent study is debunking the long-held theory that depression is caused by a serotonin deficiency.
Getting lost in our thoughts may improve problem solving, increase creativity, enhance imagination and provide a better sense of self-worth.
Consuming ultra-processed foods has been associated with colorectal cancer in men as well as the development of chronic disease and early death.
Children are regularly getting less than nine hours of sleep per night, which can cause notable differences in brain regions that influence memory, intelligence and well-being.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predicts that average global wind speeds could drop by up to 10 percent by 2100.
Atmospheric carbon dioxide pumped into a mature forest at levels predicted to be the norm by 2050 will cause trees to produce more and longer roots, thus absorbing and storing more carbon.
The demand for power to charge electric vehicles (EVs) could burden the electric grid in western states at peak times by up to 25 percent if most charging is done at night.
A legally autonomous black gum tree named Terra0 on the campus of the Community College of Allegheny County owns itself and perhaps even the few square feet of land it grows on.
With the passage of a recent law, California will be the fifth state, along with Washington, Oregon, Colorado and Vermont, to allow human composting, beginning in 2027.
One pound of sulfur hexafluoride, an electrical insulator, heats the planet as much as 25,200 pounds of carbon dioxide and remains in the atmosphere for 3,200 years.
Oct 31, 2022 08:30AM
Studies find that consuming fruit and vitamin B6 can help depression and anxiety levels.
New research indicates that not all fibers are equal in their effect on different species of probiotics in the intestines.
Researchers tested 30 top immunity supplements and found that only 13 contained the exact ingredients listed on their labels.
To protect against memory loss, simple stretching and balance exercises work as well as hard-driving aerobics, concludes a new study.
What research finds the optimal longevity diet to include as far as foods and timing of meals.
Google has taken a key driver of global warming out of the carbon calculator embedded in the company’s Google Flights search tool, making journeys appear less impactful on the environment.
20 states have passed bills to exempt chemical recycling facilities from waste management requirements, despite evidence that most facilities actually incinerate the plastic they receive.
Scientists have produced good-quality concrete in which all of the aggregate has been replaced with tire particles.
A new study shows that urban gardens and hydroponics can thrive and may exceed the yields of rural farms.
Facing threats from invasive pests, climate change and habitat loss, up to 135 tree species—about one-sixth of those found in the continental U.S.—could be lost forever.
Applied on top of existing asphalt pavement, cool pavement road treatment reflects heat, which is especially needed in heat island areas.
Sep 30, 2022 08:30AM
A study finds that Cordyceps sinensis, a Himalayan fungus used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, can significantly lower heart rates and improve aerobic performance.
A study finds that viewing art online can encourage positive states like serenity, happiness and stimulation, while also lowering negative states like fear, anger, anxiety and loneliness.
Eating higher amounts of fish, specifically tuna and non-fried fish, appears to increase the risk of malignant melanoma.
A probiotic supplement can significantly increase skin water content and reduce transepidermal water loss in the face, particularly for seniors and those with the driest skin.
Research finds that vitamin D3 and marine omega-3s, plus a simple home-strength exercise program, can reduce the risk of invasive cancers by up to 61 percent.
With almost 20 percent of sequoias destroyed by wildfire in the last two years, the U.S. Forest Service is speeding efforts to protect the giant ancient trees.
The World Weather Network is an international coalition of 28 arts organizations that believe artists and writers should be a larger part of the dialogue surrounding climate change.
Scientists have created a membrane using sunflower and peanut oilseed meal that shows potential as a cheap, sustainable and scalable method to decontaminate heavy metals from water.
The latest update to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species includes the migratory monarch butterfly.
Large mammals are important ecosystem engineers, shaping natural processes and sequestering carbon, and scientists are planning to reintroduce these animals to the wild.
Aug 31, 2022 08:30AM
Research finds that consumption of fermented dairy products like kefir, yogurt, cottage cheese, sour cream and buttermilk may help to reduce the risk of depression.
Researchers have found that nettle root significantly improves urinary frequency, urinary urgency and night urination, symptoms associated with benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH).
A study reports that vitamin E can enhance immunotherapy responses in cancer patients by stimulating the activity of dendritic cells in tumors.
A revised version of a common nutrient formula for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) was found to reduce late symptoms an additional 20 percent compared to the original formula.
Research shows that playing adventurously outdoors and participating in team sports can help lower children's mental health risks.
The 2022 theme of the United Nations-sanctioned International Day of Peace, or World Peace Day, is “End racism. Build peace.”
Seattle City Light is installing electric vehicle chargers on utility poles as part of a transition to zero-emission electric transportation options.
