Sulfites in foods and how to avoid them
Sulfites act as antioxidants in foods and are banned in raw produce but used in dried fruit wine beer and some seafood. Labels list sodium or potassium sulfite metabisulfite bisulfite or related names so read labels every time you shop.
New vaccination approach targets patient's own prostate cancer cells
In Seattle, the Pacific Northwest Cancer Foundation led by Dr Gerald Murphy tests a therapy using a patient’s dendritic cells loaded with tumor antigens and PSMA to train the immune system to attack prostate cancer. The trial, begun with 50 advanced cases, shows no major side effects and early tumor activity changes.
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Scientists seek muscle saving drugs from space rats
Researchers at UCI study rats sent to space to understand muscle loss. They map how gravity affects gene signaling and ribosome activity, aiming to develop drugs to prevent aging related atrophy and help disabled or elderly people retain muscle function.
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Breakfast as the day’s key meal drives mood and focus
The article argues breakfast sets hormonal balance affecting mental function and hunger control. It urges planning and make ahead options, citing Nikki Goldbeck on fifteen minute feasts and quick shakes for busy mornings.
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Sweet temptation undermines focus in experiment
Case Western Reserve University researchers tested 67 undergraduates in three groups. One could eat cookies, one could reach cookies but ate radishes, and one was unaware cookies existed. Those allowed cookies or given no prior option attempted the puzzle twice as often as the radish group.
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