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Vitamin D supplements linked to lower melanoma risk

Imagine being a superhero with an invisible shield, protecting you from the harmful rays of the sun. Well, that’s what vitamin D supplements may do for your skin! A recent study discovered that people who regularly take vitamin D supplements have fewer cases of melanoma, one of the most dangerous types of skin cancer. It’s […]

Published on January 9, 2023

Education about genetic causes of eating behavior affects attitudes toward people with higher weight

Imagine if you understood that the way people eat is not just about their choices, but also influenced by their genes and environment. Well, a recent study showed that educating people about the gene-by-environment interaction (G X E) causes of eating behaviors actually improved their attitudes towards individuals with higher weight! Think of it like […]

Published on January 9, 2023

Human-approved medication brings back ‘lost’ memories in mice

Imagine pulling an all-nighter before a big test and worrying that your sleep-deprived brain has forgotten everything you learned. But fear not! Scientists have discovered that the memories we form during sleep deprivation aren’t lost forever, they’re just playing hard to get! It turns out that human-approved medication has the miraculous power to bring back […]

Published on January 9, 2023