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Coal-burning power plants responsible for 460,000 deaths in the U.S. since 1999, study shows

Between 1999 and 2020, more than 460,000 deaths in the United States were attributable to exposure to air pollution emissions from coal-burning power plants, according to the longest-term national study of its kind.

23 Nov 2023

Study highlights urgency of transitioning away from coal-fired power plants

Exposure to fine particulate air pollutants from coal-fired power plants (coal PM2.5) is associated with a risk of mortality more than double that of exposure to PM2.5 from other sources, according to a new study led by George Mason University, The University of Texas at Austin, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

23 Nov 2023

New research reveals broccoli sprouts may alleviate Crohn's disease symptoms in youth

The impact of broccoli sprouts and its role in resolving Crohn’s disease symptoms.

14 Nov 2023

Moringa-infused gluten-free sourdough offers health boost for all, especially celiacs

Researchers have developed a gluten-free sourdough bread fortified with Moringa oleifera, an unconventional crop known for its health benefits. The study found that this novel bread formulation offers enhanced nutritional content, including higher levels of protein and essential minerals, making it a viable option for people with celiac disease and those seeking healthier bread alternatives.

30 Oct 2023

Air pollution linked to increased breast cancer risk in women

Women living and working in places with higher levels of fine particle air pollution are more likely to get breast cancer than those living and working in less polluted areas.

17 Oct 2023

Short-term exposure to air pollution may increase stroke risk

Short-term exposure to air pollution may be linked to an increased risk of stroke, according to a meta-analysis published in the September 27, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Short-term exposure was defined as occurring within five days of the stroke.

27 Sep 2023

Skin under pressure: tension affects skin's reaction to pollution

Researchers ratified previous findings that ozone (O3) exposure (an air pollutant) alters the antimicrobial peptide expression in the skin with and without tension.

27 Sep 2023

Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

This recent study in the journal Nutrients delves into the nutritional power of hemp seeds, highlighting their potential as a rich source of proteins, essential fatty acids, and dietary fiber—particularly valuable for vegetarians. The paper also suggests that hemp could offer numerous health benefits, from antioxidant activity to potentially aiding in metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, paving the way for more focused research.

22 Sep 2023

Yogurt may help eliminate garlic odors

It turns out yogurt may have a previously unknown benefit: eliminating garlic odors.

19 Sep 2023

Study explores microplastic content in urban grown lettuces

Researchers examined the level of microplastics among lettuces cultivated in urban gardens in Lisbon.

4 Sep 2023

The potential of targeting mitochondria-associated programmed cell death for age-related disease treatment

The review summarized the involvement of mitochondria in age-related disease progression and highlighted its potential as a therapeutic target of these diseases.

28 Aug 2023

Newly identified helicase might hold the key to a novel family of anti-COVID-19 drugs

Researchers used a multidisciplinary approach to investigate a nonstructural protein essential in SARS-CoV-2 replication.

10 Aug 2023

Closure of Pittsburgh's biggest coal-processing plants linked to drop in heart-related ER visits

The closure in January 2016 of one of Pittsburgh's biggest coal-processing plants led to immediate and lasting declines in emissions of fossil fuel-related air pollutants.

1 Aug 2023

UC Davis MIND Institute receives 24th consecutive year of NIH funding for FXTAS research

It's been 22 years since UC Davis MIND Institute Medical Director Randi Hagerman and her husband, researcher Paul Hagerman, discovered the neurodegenerative condition called FXTAS (fragile X-associated tremor ataxia syndrome).

19 Jul 2023

Vegetarian diet linked to increased risk of varicose veins in men

Varicose veins (VVs) pose a significant medical burden, particularly among women. This study investigates the association between vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets and the risk of VVs in both genders.

20 Jun 2023

Spice up your heart health: Taurine and black pepper combo shows promising cardioprotective effects

Taurine and black pepper, along with key terpene constituents, are investigated for their potential in reducing cardiovascular risk factors and combating related diseases in this comprehensive literature review. Their cardioprotective effects and mechanisms are explored.

31 May 2023

Sulfur News and Research

Coal-burning power plants responsible for 460,000 deaths in the U.S. since 1999, study shows

Study highlights urgency of transitioning away from coal-fired power plants

New research reveals broccoli sprouts may alleviate Crohn's disease symptoms in youth

Moringa-infused gluten-free sourdough offers health boost for all, especially celiacs

Air pollution linked to increased breast cancer risk in women

Short-term exposure to air pollution may increase stroke risk

Skin under pressure: tension affects skin's reaction to pollution

Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

Yogurt may help eliminate garlic odors

Study explores microplastic content in urban grown lettuces

The potential of targeting mitochondria-associated programmed cell death for age-related disease treatment

Newly identified helicase might hold the key to a novel family of anti-COVID-19 drugs

Closure of Pittsburgh's biggest coal-processing plants linked to drop in heart-related ER visits

UC Davis MIND Institute receives 24th consecutive year of NIH funding for FXTAS research

Vegetarian diet linked to increased risk of varicose veins in men

Spice up your heart health: Taurine and black pepper combo shows promising cardioprotective effects

Top-Down Proteomics: Bridging the Genotype-to-Phenotype Gap

Air pollution may increase risk of death in heart failure patients

Researchers investigate the effect of sulfur water baths on rheological blood properties

Robo-diets: can ChatGPT formulate safe dietary advice?

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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