Month: June 2023

Deep-brain stimulation during sleep strengthens memory

Unlocking the secret of sleep’s memory-boosting abilities, scientists have discovered that deep-brain stimulation during slumber can amp up memory consolidation. This groundbreaking study offers solid proof, straight from inside the human brain, supporting the prevailing theory on how our memory gets strengthened while we dream. Think of it like supercharging a car’s engine while it’s […]

Published on June 1, 2023

TikTokers Claim Berberine is ‘Nature’s Ozempic’

Move over Ozempic, there’s a new sheriff in town. Imagine a world where a magical plant-based pill can help you shed those extra pounds without breaking the bank. Well, TikTokers claim that Berberine might just be the answer. This humble herbal supplement is being hailed as ‘Nature’s Ozempic’, the affordable alternative to the expensive weight […]

Published on June 1, 2023

Why children moralise harm to animals but not meat

Have you ever noticed that children seem to love animals and yet have no qualms about eating a juicy burger? Well, it turns out that there may be a disconnect between their affection for animals and their acceptance of meat consumption. Scientists have proposed a theoretical framework to understand this developmental disconnection. This framework delves […]

Published on June 1, 2023