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Mind-controlled exoskeleton lifts paralysed man back to his feet
A French patient paralysed after a fall was brought to his feet by a unique exoskeleton controlled by the power of thought through implanted brain sensors.
Researchers learn how experience is transmitted across generations
Xiamen University: analysis of 139 studies showed that in plants and invertebrates, ancestral experience is passed down through generations; in vertebrates, only positive experience.
All toothpastes are toxic
Toxic ingredients in toothpaste you must avoid. Detailed overview of triclosan, sodium lauryl sulfate, artificial sweeteners, fluoride and other dangerous substances, along with homemade natural toothpaste recipes.
The Endocrine System in Danger
What you need to know about endocrine disruptors: 10 common sources and practical advice on how to avoid them.
Melatonin Hormone in the Fight Against Cancer
5 anti-cancer actions of melatonin: the hormone puts cancer cells into "hibernation," regulates estrogen, stimulates immunity, and reduces breast cancer risk by up to 70%.
Doctors Reveal Patterns in Joint Injury Healing
Duke University: humans possess a cartilage tissue regeneration mechanism similar to salamanders; ankle joints heal faster than knee and hip joints.
Research Confirms: Intermittent Fasting Is Clearly Beneficial
University of Graz: in 4 weeks of intermittent fasting, 30 volunteers lost an average of 3.5 kg, lowered blood pressure, and improved metabolism.
Mind-controlled exoskeleton lifts paralysed man back to his feet
A French patient paralysed after a fall was brought to his feet by a unique exoskeleton controlled by the power of thought through implanted brain sensors.
Doctors understood why modern women often experience childbirth complications
Boston University: upright walking and narrowed birth canals in modern women make childbirth more difficult than in the Australopithecus sediba ancestor.
Heat-Processed Foods Affect Gut Microflora in a Unique Way
Scientists from the University of California and Harvard: heat treatment of plant foods alters the gut microflora, while meat shows no such effect.
An Evening Bath Can Replace Sleep Medication
University of Texas: a 40–43°C bath 90 minutes before bed cuts time to fall asleep by 10 minutes. Bonus: a hot bath burns 126 calories an hour.
Facial expression analysis systems are unreliable, experts report
An analysis of over 1,000 studies shows that systems that recognize emotions from facial expressions are unreliable — frowning indicates anger only 25% of the time.