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To combat the effects of a poor diet, probiotics may be just the thing. However, surprising new research suggests probiotics are much less effective when taken alongside a balanced diet, and could even impair certain aspects of memory. Researchers from UNSW Medicine studied the impact of a commonly used probiotic on the gut health and […]

People living in homes with more birds, shrubs and trees are less likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and stress, according to research by academics at the University of Exeter, the British Trust for Ornithology and the University of Queensland. The study, involving hundreds of people, found benefits for mental health of being able to see […]

High levels of brominated flame retardants measured in cats are from the dust in our homes, says a study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology. The study shows that cats are exposed to chemicals found in electronics and furniture, chemicals that become dust and can adversely affect health. It is the first time that […]

Salicylic acid, a popular topical acne treatment and active component in willow bark extract and Aspirin, may lead to upper respiratory tract infections according to researchers at the Institute of Microbiology, Vetmeduni Vienna, and the University of Buenos Aires. Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus ) can colonize the upper respiratory tract of around one quarter of the […]

A paper published online yesterday in Annals of Emergency Medicine says that drinking high-concentration peroxide, sometimes promoted in alternative medicine circles for cleanses, alkalizing, or even curing cancer, can lead to numerous life-threatening ailments and death. “Ingesting high-concentration peroxide can cause embolisms affecting the cardiac, respiratory and neurological systems, leading to permanent disability or death,” said […]