A team of researchers from Stanford has been developing gene therapy for epidermolysis bullosa or the butterfly disease for more than a decade. The newly-developed gel is said to help their wounds heal and remain healed. This was acquired from results in their clinical trial. During the trial, the gene […]
Аsthma is a common health issue and although there’s therapy for it, there’s always a need to find better and even more efficient options. One promising finding offers hope for the people with the most serious cases of asthma. Namely, a team of researchers at the Trinity College in Dublin […]
L-glutamine or just glutamine is an amino acid that’s a building block of protein and our body needs it in large amounts. The first usage of it in powder form was done by the fitness industry people who wanted to maintain their muscle tissue. Some of the first uses of […]
Snow fungus or white fungus is a wild, edible mushroom which naturally grows on tree branches and bark, particularly on trees with broad leaves. For centuries, it’s been part of traditional Chinese medicine. Nowadays, more and more people are learning about its immense healing potential, mostly its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant […]
Nowadays, most people are aware that following a meat-free diet doesn’t mean you’ll be lacking on iron and protein. Actually, there are plenty of meat-free sources of these two important nutrients. Following a plant-based diet is good for you, for the environment, and it doesn’t have to be expensive. Plus, […]
Thanks to a recent decision to reformulate their Protein+ pasta, Barilla now has a plant-based line. Instead of animal products like eggs, they now use lentils, peas, and chickpeas. They decided to remove the egg whites from this line of pasta, according to a press release by the Italian pasta […]
Black rice is definitely making its way back to people’s menus because more of its amazing health benefits are being discovered. So, if you want to follow a healthy diet and give your body good nourishment, you definitely need this rice! It originates from China and many also refer to […]
Nowadays, we’re often seeing collagen listed as an ingredient in body lotions or using collagen supplements; however, do we really know whatare the best advantages of collagen? And, are we aware what it does? Namely, collagen is the most common protein in our body and its present in the bones, […]
According to a team from scientists at the Sal Institute, their preliminary data from research showed that THC and other cannabis compounds can improve the cellular elimination of amyloid betas, Alzheimer proteins. Though the studies were done in lab-grown neurons, they offer great insight into the effect of inflammation in […]
According to researchers from the Hatfield Marine Science Center at the Oregon State University, they’ve made and patented a new seaweed type which may become commercially available as the newest superfood. According to the scientists, this weed tastes the same as bacon! This delicious, yet odd creation is a new […]