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“Then they gave the mice a drug that inhibited the action of the TGF-ß receptor, impairing TGF-ß signaling and reversing the accompanying cognitive dysfunction. These findings suggest that reducing inflammation in the brain could serve as a means to restore cognitive function in older adults.”

“Most of the participants were obese, took a statin or antihypertensive drug, and had poor blood glucose control. They followed a time-restricted eating pattern that allowed them to eat during a 10-hour daytime window with a 14-hour overnight fast for 12 weeks.”

“These findings demonstrate that estrogen influences a woman's risk of developing PTSD and suggest that estrogen may be useful as a therapeutic measure following exposure to a traumatic event. Some evidence suggests that psychedelic drugs may be useful in treating PTSD.”

“Findings from a new study suggest that maternal exposure to parabens may increase the risk of obesity among children. Parabens are widely used synthetic compounds that exert antibacterial and antifungal properties. They are commonly used in cosmetics, drugs, and some foods.”

“They are among the most commonly prescribed drugs among children living in the United States. Neuropeptide signaling pathways are the means by which neurons communicate with each other. Three primary pathways modulate human behavior, namely the opioid, oxytocin, and vasopressin systems.”

“About 40 percent of melanoma cancer patients do not respond to immunotherapy. The authors of the study performed fecal microbiota transplants and anti-PD-1 immunotherapy (a drug called pembrolizumab) in melanoma patients who had not responded to all other therapies, including anti-PD-1.”

“As the number of cancer drugs has increased in recent years, so too have the costs associated with their use. Findings in a recent report indicate that vitamin D may reduce the number of cancer deaths, saving thousands of dollars.”

“Photodynamic therapy involves the use of a photosensitizing agent (a drug that becomes activated by light) and a specific wavelength of light. When the photosensitizer is exposed to this light, it produces reactive oxygen species that can destroy targeted cells.”

“Researchers exposed adolescent male mice to THC and then analyzed changes in gene expression and brain cell structure within the cerebral cortex—a brain region responsible for memory, thinking, learning, reasoning, problem-solving, emotions, consciousness, and sensory functions.”

“Like tobacco smoke, cannabis smoke contains numerous toxic compounds and fine particles known to impair cardiovascular function. A recent study found that regular cannabis users had roughly 40% lower arterial function than nonusers, raising concerns about the long-term vascular consequences of chronic use.”