Scientists Defeat Congenital Blindness

Doctors have cured children who were blind from birth for the first time. Now, the children can recognize their parents' faces, find toys, and even read and write. The young patients were diagnosed with congenital amaurosis, caused by a mutation of the AIPL1 gene, which left them completely blind. Medical professionals inserted healthy copies of the gene into their retinas. Five years after the surgery, the improvements have been maintained.

Two Weeks Offline Rejuvenates the Brain

Just two weeks without the internet rejuvenates the brain by 10 years. In an experiment involving a 14-day smartphone abstinence, 500 people participated, but only 119 reached the final. Their sleep improved, anxiety disappeared, concentration increased, and the brain started working better and faster. Overall, they felt happier than before.

Noise-canceling headphones may damage hearing

Noise-canceling headphones may damage hearing - a person hears sounds but stops distinguishing them, especially in noisy places or during fast speech. Such headphones create an 'artificial silence', causing the brain to stop practicing sound processing and lose the ability to filter and recognize sounds, doctors explain. Neuronal connections weaken, and even ordinary conversations become a jumble of sounds.

New dangerous type of coronavirus discovered in bats in China

A new dangerous type of coronavirus has been discovered in bats in China - the strain was found in the Japanese pipistrelle in Hong Kong. The new virus is highly contagious and capable of causing Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS).

Scented Candles Pollute Indoor Air Like a Diesel Engine

A new study reveals that candles and diffusers emit terpenes, which interact with ozone in the air to form nanoparticles. These particles penetrate deeply into the lungs and blood, adversely affecting respiratory and cardiovascular systems and brain function, potentially leading to asthma, stroke, cognitive disorders, and other health issues.

Scientists illustrate the stark difference between healthy sleep and its lack

Scientists have illustrated the stark difference between healthy sleep and its lack. Here are the problems faced by people who sleep less than 7 hours. Count them on your fingers: bloated stomach, unhealthy skin tone, acne, and back issues. And that's not all - hormones and the nervous system will also say 'goodbye'.

Mass Blindness in Americans Due to Ozempic

Americans are going blind en masse because of Ozempic - the weight-loss drug has a terrifying side effect. Along with decreased appetite, the active substance disrupts blood flow to the eyes, resulting in temporary or irreversible vision loss. There is no 'safe' dosage - one woman lost her sight after the first injection, another had a spot appear on her eye after taking the drug for a year.

Sport cures all mental problems

Researchers from China have proven that physical exercise saves from internet addiction, stress, loneliness, and even depression. That's not all: if you are an online shopaholic or cannot tear yourself away from TikTok, then you should also engage in sports. Yes, it's that simple - scientists spent half a year conducting tests and research to confirm this.

Baldness pill developed

Clinical trials of a new drug VDPHL01 for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia have begun in the USA. Preliminary results show that hair returns in 2 months.

Zuckerberg and Wife Launch Biggest AI Project in Biology

Zuckerberg and his wife have launched the largest AI project in the field of biology - the Billion Cells Project. The tech billionaire plans to gather a colossal database of 1 billion cells to train medical neural networks. The resulting 'Skynet' is expected to accelerate the creation of new drugs and treatment methods.

Scientists Create Printed Nanoparticles for Wearable Biosensors

Scientists have created printed nanoparticles for wearable and implantable biosensors that analyze sweat. Thanks to the new nanoparticle printing technology, these devices can monitor vitamins, amino acids, metabolites, and drugs. Information is obtained directly from human sweat. The sensors have been successfully tested and prepared for monitoring the condition of patients with long-term COVID and for controlling chemotherapy in cancer patients.

Kidney Cancer Defeated

Kidney cancer defeated — American scientists have developed a vaccine with 100% effectiveness. Researchers from Massachusetts have developed a drug that destroys the tumor even at stages III and IV. Patients who participated in the trials have been completely cured, and for 34 months they have had no relapses. The secret of the vaccine is a personalized approach. The drug is made based on the patient's tumor and then triggers a powerful immune response — the number of T-cells increases 166-fold, and the body eliminates the cancer on its own. The vaccine is currently undergoing international tests. If everything is confirmed, the drug will be put into mass production and will change oncology forever.

Omega-3 Slows Down Aging

Omega-3 slows down aging. Scientists administered it three times a week for 3 years to 777 residents of Switzerland over the age of 70. The results: the supplement slowed aging by 4 months, and in combination with vitamin D and physical exercise, it reduced cancer risk and prevented frailty.

Chinese Discovery of a New Hormone Influencing Satiety

Chinese researchers have discovered a new hormone that influences the feeling of satiety. The hormone 'Raptin' suppresses hunger and slows down the digestion process. However, its level decreases with lack of sleep. Literally speaking, to lose weight, one needs to sleep more. A study of 262 Chinese participants showed that Raptin was lower in the 127 individuals who suffered from obesity. Another 30 people were subjected to sleep restrictions for a full 3 months. As a result, the Raptin level dropped and body weight increased. Scientists are now working on creating a synthetic hormone which could form the basis for anti-obesity drugs.

Do Not Ignore the Morning Alarm

One should not skip the morning alarm - this leads to burnout and mental health issues. For mental health, it is better to get up immediately rather than trying to 'sleep for a few more minutes'. If you can't wake up after the alarm, experts recommend counting backwards from five to one as soon as you wake up. Once counted, get up from the bed immediately. This way you will develop a habit and sleep deprivation will disappear.

How to Eat Less

1. Eat in silence. Recent studies have shown that people who eat while watching TV or listening to music tend to eat more. Moreover, with such "entertainment" during meals, it is much harder to resist the temptation to eat something fatty or sweet. 2. Smell mint, banana, or apple before eating. Research conducted by American nutritionists has shown that out of 3000 participants, those who inhaled the scent of banana, mint, or apple before meals ate less and lost weight more quickly.

How to Eat Less

How to eat less. 3. Color also plays an important role. Blue reduces appetite, whereas yellow, red, and orange, on the contrary, stimulate it. Therefore, it is useful to get a blue tablecloth and cobalt dishes. For a festive dinner, it is better to wear a blue dress, this will help you eat less. 4. Go back to childhood. You certainly can't eat a lot from a small plate with a small spoon! Therefore, buy yourself children's dishes. This way you will get used to eating small portions. Just never take a second helping! 5. Learn to listen to your body. Pay close attention to your body. You should only eat when you truly feel hungry, and stop immediately as soon as it vanishes. Never eat 'for company' or just because it is time for dinner or lunch.

How to Eat Less

6. Enjoy your food. Do not starve yourself and do not eat tasteless food. If you love sweets or fatty foods, keep them in your diet, but in minimal amounts. Allow yourself to eat a little fried meat or a very small piece of cake, but only once a week. Choose delicious and healthy recipes for yourself and enjoy cooking. Pay special attention to vegetable salads with olive oil and seafood.

Eat Less

7. Normalize your sleep. American scientists observed 68,000 patients for 15 years and found that people who sleep 5-6 hours a day are much more prone to obesity than those who sleep 7-8 hours. Therefore, if you want to lose weight, go to bed earlier, but under no circumstances eat before sleeping. 8. Finish dinner, brush your teeth immediately. Brush your teeth immediately after dinner. This will help you avoid the temptation to drink tea or have a snack before bedtime.

Huge Coronal Hole Detected on the Sun

A huge coronal hole with a width of 800,000 square kilometers has appeared on the Sun. As a result, a solar wind is moving toward Earth, causing G1-class geomagnetic storms expected on January 31st. Weather-sensitive people can anticipate headaches, drowsiness, and irritability.