New Data on Protein Structure in Blood Cells
Emerging research on a 3D protein structure within red blood cells tells us how this and similarly shaped proteins work in the body.
Tag: health
Making Antipsychotics with Baker’s Yeast
Researchers used baker’s yeast to produce two compounds important to antipsychotic drugs: alstonine and serpentine.
Paleo Diet is Dangerous, Expert Warns
Although some people swear by the Paleo diet, research suggests that eating a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet can lead to rapid weight gain.
Can Fentanyl Vaccines Help Solve the Opioid Crisis?
New developments in producing a fentanyl vaccine could mean a preventative measure against opioid drug overdose.
Diets High in Fructose Lead to More Weight Gain
Increased fructose intake from processed foods triggers a genetic trait to store fat. This used to help us survive but now it leads to weight gain.
Tackling Toxicity: What Do We Know About Cholera?
X-rays reveal how cholera bacteria from contaminated food and water effectively survives in the human gut.
Healthy BMI Is No Longer One Size Fits All
New data shows that the healthy BMI range isn’t as narrow as we thought, nor is it where we thought it was.
More Alcohol-Related Hepatitis Following COVID-19
Rates of hospital admissions for alcohol-related hepatitis have increased since 2019, and certain groups are more at risk.
New Wearable Technology Reveals Secrets in Sweat
Technology may be able to sense health information like blood sugar levels anytime a user breaks a sweat, thanks to innovative engineering.
Sweet Solution: Taste Protein Guides Drug Design
A taste-signaling protein found in the tongue and pancreas provides a way to design healthier sugar substitutes and new diabetes medications.