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“The optimal dose of vitamin D is unknown and likely varies between individuals, limiting the ability to interpret these results. The authors also noted that blood markers of oxidative stress may not be a reliable measure of the brain environment.”

“Golf courses are among the largest users of pesticides in the United States, applying up to 15 times more than their European counterparts. These chemicals can leach into the surrounding environment, raising concerns about long-term health risks for nearby residents.”

“These findings suggest a possible link between environmental plastic pollution and cardiometabolic health. Microplastics and nanoplastics are pervasive in the environment. Learn how to reduce your exposure in Aliquot #122: How to Limit Microplastic Exposure.”

“Girls did not exhibit differences in motor skills or intelligence. Interestingly, a nurturing home environment modulated some, but not all, of the negative effects of maternal obesity on development.”

“The cells demonstrated dose-dependent decreases in mitochondrial depolarization (a process that inhibits the production of mitochondrial reactive oxygen species), increased secretion of immune-related cytokines, and decreased phagocytosis. Following 24-hour incubation in a brake pad particle-free environment, the macrophages regained their ability to carry out an appropriate immune response.”

“However, the injurious tissue changes that accompanied the primary viral infection created an environment conducive to secondary bacterial infection and subsequent pneumonia. Also present in the samples were Bacillus influenzae, bacteria that often facilitate the infiltration of other pneumonia-causing bacteria.”

“BDNF is a growth factor that plays key roles in neuroplasticity, the brain's capacity to reorganize itself in response to changes in its environment. These findings suggest that dance is superior to other forms of active exercise in terms of brain benefits.”

“A recent study suggests that obesity impairs brain neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity, the brain's capacity to reorganize itself in response to changes in its environment, is critical during periods of learning, psychological stress, and trauma.”

“These findings suggest that SARS-CoV-2 remains infectious longer in cooler, drier environments, such as those encountered outside during winter months or indoors and underscore the importance of adherence to public health guidelines for washing hands, wearing masks, and distancing whenever possible.”

“The study involved nearly 800 women enrolled in the Childhood Autism Risks from Genetics and Environment study, which includes mothers of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder as well those with normal development.”