Olive oil shown to have ibuprofen-like pain relief
Scientists at the Monell Chemical Senses Center report that fresh extra virgin olive oil contains oleocanthal, a compound acting like ibuprofen by inhibiting cyclooxygenase enzymes. The strongest levels occur in Tuscan olives, aging and cooking reduce it, linking Mediterranean diet benefits to reduced inflammation and disease risk.
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Cataloging the chimp genome signals evolutionary insight
Researchers report the complete chimpanzee genome has been sequenced, marking Nature as the celebratory publication. The work aims to illuminate human genome evolution and differences in disease susceptibility, noting humans and chimpanzees diverged about 6 to 7 million years ago.
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Poll finds split on teaching evolution and creationism
A Pew Research Center poll shows 64 percent of Americans support teaching both creationism and evolution in schools while 42 percent hold strict creationist views and 48 percent believe humans evolved over time. Both sides want students exposed to various theories.
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FDA official quits over plan B decision
Su san Wood, director of the FDA Office of Women s Health, resigns in protest after the agency overruled its scientists and postponed over the counter sale of Plan B. She cites loss of credibility and science driven health policy as she leaves after 15 years of service.
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