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04-22-2024
Cannabinol (CBN) seems to prevent cognitive decline and brain disorders
Did you know that a compound found in the cannabis plant might protect your brain from damage and decline? It's called cannabinol (CBN), and it's not the THC you're probably familiar with. Researchers at the Salk Institute are delving into cannabinol's secrets, uncovering its potential to revolutionize how we treat brain injuries and diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. What is cannabinol? You've probably heard of THC, the compound in cannabis responsible for its well-known "high", and CBD, known for its potential therapeutic benefits. Cannabinol is a lesser-known...
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10-10-2022
Insect damage to plants is more severe now than ever before
Herbivorous insects eat leaves and can damage a plant’s ability...
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10-10-2022
Antibiotic produced by potato pathogen offers new hope
Although we cannot see them without the aid of a...
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10-09-2022
Eco-labeling promotes sustainable food choices
Livestock production contributes an estimated 14.5 percent of greenhouse gas...
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10-09-2022
Ecosystem stability can be predicted by species interactions
Attempting to decipher all the factors that influence the behavior...
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10-07-2022
"Warm blob" helped invasive algae wipe out kelp forest
Marine heatwaves helped invasive algae wipe out a native underwater...
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10-05-2022
Omega-3 fatty acids may provide superior cognitive ability in midlife
Individuals who consume foods high in omega-3 fatty acids during...
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10-04-2022
Small eddies play a big role in nutrient cycling
Subtropical gyres are massive rotating ocean currents which generate sustained...
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10-04-2022
New iris species discovered in South Africa
It seems that the Langeberg Mountains of the Western Cape,...
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10-03-2022
Urban forests benefit from diverse native tree species
City trees are good for us. Research has shown that...
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10-03-2022
Refined grains increase the risk of heart disease
Premature coronary artery disease (PCAD) is characterized by an atherosclerotic...
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09-29-2022
Ozone pollution threatens the health of plants and pollinators
In recent decades, ozone levels in the lower troposphere have...
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09-28-2022
"Miracle plant” thought to be extinct rediscovered in Turkey
A researcher from Istanbul University has rediscovered in Turkey a...
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