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IBS Patients Could Benefit From Genetically Tailored Diets

A study has found that IBS patients with genetic defects in carbohydrate digestion respond better to a carbohydrate-reduced diet. This research suggests that genetic markers can predict dietary treatment efficacy.
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Sponge-Like “Bandage” Foam Rapidly Stops Hemorrhaging and Prevents Infection

Researchers at UCF have created SilFoam, a hemostatic sponge bandage that rapidly expands to control bleeding and has antibacterial properties. Tested on lifelike mannequins, it showed promise in reducing blood loss and infection.
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Chemical Switches Used To Activate Antibiotics Directly at the Pathogen

A new click-to-release technique could activate antibiotics at the pathogen, reducing toxic side effects.
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What Happens to Parachute Fibers Under Stress?

Researchers used micro-CT scans to study parachute textiles' fiber-scale properties, revealing that the textiles are not isotropic; they exhibit different strengths in various directions. This knowledge could improve parachute material selection.
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Ground Beef Packs Twice the Muscle-Building Protein Punch Than Soy-Based Alternative

A study reveals that 100% ground beef promotes muscle protein synthesis more effectively than soy-based protein. Participants needed to consume double the amount of soy to achieve comparable results.
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Plants Are Absorbing 31% More Carbon Dioxide Than Previously Thought

Plants across the world are absorbing about 31% more carbon dioxide than previously thought, a new study reveals.
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More Than 5% of the Arctic Show Signs of Human Activity

Satellite-derived data on artificial light at night has shown how the Arctic is affected by human activity.
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Oral HPV Incidence Rates and Risk Factors Identified in Men

Researchers found that oral HPV infection rates are higher in men in the U.S. compared to Brazil and Mexico. Factors such as age, education, alcohol consumption and sexual behavior influence risk.
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The Coronavirus Uses an Enzyme To Counteract the Innate Immune Response

New research reveals how SARS-CoV-2 counteracts the innate immune system, making it more infectious than other coronaviruses.
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Humans’ Ability To Digest Carbs Predates the Agricultural Revolution

Humans have been primed to enjoy carbohydrate-rich foods for a lot longer than previously thought, according to a new study.
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