Swiss Gadget Tracks Your Diet

A gadget has been invented in Switzerland that tracks your diet. The nutritional tracker The Drop sits in your chest pocket and recognizes the entire diet of the user with the help of AI. It counts calories, informs about the food in front of you, and sends all the information to your smartphone.

Cheese can prevent a hangover - study

No magic: It's all thanks to proteins, fats, and complex carbohydrates. Additionally, cheese protects the liver from long-term damage caused by alcohol.

Dementia Defeated: Breakthrough in Medicine

Dementia defeated: Australian scientists have synthesized the first drug in history that completely stops the disease. The drug protects brain cells from destruction, prevents tissue degeneration, and reduces inflammation - this will save people from the two most severe types of dementia: Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia. Clinical trials were successful on all subjects.

Scientists Develop Special Urine Test to Detect Lung Cancer

Scientists have developed a special urine test to detect lung cancer. They studied proteins secreted by aging cells: these damage tissues and form cancer cells. Professor Liljana Fruk and Dr. Daniel Munoz Espin developed an injectable sensor that can interact with the proteins of 'zombie' cells and secrete the found compound into the urine. The team plans to continue research and possibly adapt the test for other oncological diseases.

Alcohol Leads to Baldness - Study

Scientists from Busan University have found that drinking men are 1.4 times more likely to suffer from androgenetic alopecia. This refers to bald patches along the hairline on the forehead, temples, and crown. Not only alcohol is dangerous – earlier studies have proven that sweet drinks like soda and juice also cause balding.

Reusable Food Containers Linked to Cancer

The reuse of food containers leads to cancer, as proven by scientists. It's all due to microplastics: the use and heating of the container release hundreds of thousands of plastic particles that enter the body. 4200 of them are considered 'extremely dangerous' - they cause hormonal disruptions, reproductive complications, and increase the risk of cancer. If you order takeaway food, it is best to transfer it to non-plastic dishes as soon as possible, and when reheating food in the microwave, use a plate. This also applies to reusing plastic bottles.

HIV Defeated: New Drug Passes Final Phase of Trials

HIV defeated: A new drug against the virus has passed the final third stage of trials. The effectiveness is incredible - 99% of patients gained immunity. During the tests, the drug 'Lenacapavir' was administered to 2,179 people in the most vulnerable groups - of them, only two people contracted HIV. The remaining 2,177 gained immunity. If everything goes smoothly, the FDA may approve the sale of the medicine as early as next year.

Apple Devices May Increase Cancer Risk

Apple devices may increase the risk of developing cancer due to the presence of Bisphenol A (BPA) - a substance used to harden plastics. BPA disrupts hormonal balance, causes issues with the reproductive system, and increases the likelihood of skin and blood cancer. Scientists have found that up to 20% of this substance can penetrate through the skin upon contact. In most countries, the use of BPA is strictly limited, but it is still used in some.

Regular Sleep Pattern Reduces Heart Disease Risk by 26%

Scientists have discovered that a regular sleep pattern reduces the risk of heart disease by 26%. A group of researchers from Australia and Canada studied the 'sleep habits' of 72,000 people. The findings are surprising: If you do not maintain a regular pattern, the risk of stroke, heart failure, and other diseases increases by 26%; Even if you stay up late just a couple of days a week – the risk increases by 8%; Sleeping for 8 hours won't help – without a regular sleep schedule, your body doesn't rest as effectively.

Nanorobots Made from DNA in the USA

In the USA, nanorobots were manually created from DNA. The Nanogripper, resembling a hand with 4 fingers, is capable of catching viruses, recognizing cellular surfaces, blocking specific particles, and even delivering drugs directly to the target.

Futuristic Defrosting Box Invented in China

In China, a futuristic box for defrosting food has been invented. The Quick Defrosting Box from the startup KAYUSO quickly defrosts food while preserving its freshness, taste, and nutritional properties, and also sterilizes it. According to the manufacturers, the device uses "advanced plasma wind field technology".

Canadian Grandmother Sets World Push-up Record

A 59-year-old grandmother from Canada did 1,575 push-ups in an hour and set a new Guinness World Record for women. Breaks were allowed in the process (the main condition was to do more push-ups than anyone else within the allotted time), and 11 grandchildren came to cheer her on. To stay in shape, Donna Jean Wild does about 500 push-ups daily, and this is her second world record. The first was for holding a plank position for four hours and 30 minutes.

Elon Musk's Neuralink to Start Testing Robotic Arm for Paralyzed People Soon

Elon Musk's Neuralink will soon begin testing a robotic arm for paralyzed people - it will work in conjunction with a brain chip. The robotic arm will help people prepare meals, write with a pen, and even perform small cleaning tasks. Last week, the company received approval from the Health Canada regulator to start testing its device in Canada. Canadian neurosurgeons have begun recruiting six patients with paralysis for the study. Currently, Neuralink is assessing the initial effect of the implant in patients with quadriplegia, a form of paralysis, for controlling external devices through thoughts.

In England, mastering bone regeneration using blood

In England, researchers have learned to restore bones using blood. In Nottingham, a 'biocooperative' material made from blood molecules was developed that accelerates tissue regeneration. It was tested on rats: after 6 weeks, rodents showed up to 62% new bone formation.

First Knee Pads with Airbags Invented in the USA

The first knee pads with airbags have been invented in the USA. The device from the startup Hippos Exoskeleton detects dangerous movements and inflates in 30 ms, saving the knees. The protection will be useful for athletes like basketball players, construction workers, and retirees.

Nightmares Lead to Dementia

Nightmares lead to dementia and cognitive impairment. Any 'anxious dreams' can be a sign of impending mental problems. Study participants who experienced nightmares at least once a week were four times more likely to develop dementia. This particularly affects men. Sad news for those who often twitch, kick, or fall out of bed during sleep: this is also one of the markers for future dementia.

Remote Work is Harmful to Memory

Remote work is harmful to memory - now it's official. Scientists have discovered that athletes have better memory than people with a sedentary lifestyle. Physical exercises not only improve the body but also help maintain mental sharpness, especially with age. Many other studies also demonstrate that exercise in general can strengthen our memory and develop other cognitive abilities.

Conquering Gray Hair - Scientists Discover the Cause

Gray hair can be conquered - scientists have discovered the reason why our hair loses color. It turns out that stem cells that get 'stuck' in one place and cannot regenerate into pigment cells are to blame - that's why hair loses color. If the mobility of these 'stuck' cells is restored, the gray hair will also disappear. Scientists are currently looking for an effective way to 'activate' the stem cells.

Asthma Medication May Lead to Suicide

An asthma medication may lead to suicide. Scientists have discovered that the popular asthma drug Singular affects brain cells responsible for mood, decision making, sleep, attention, and impulse control. As a result of prolonged use of the drug, people developed depression and suicidal thoughts. Numerous stories from relatives of individuals who committed suicide support this study. According to them, they took the medication for years before taking their own lives.

New Health Tracker Invented in China

In China, a health tracker has been developed that is inserted into the toilet. The S1 gadget from startup Shanmu scans urine and analyzes it for early detection of diseases. The device is described as the 'world's first ultra-miniature, fully automated home medical robot.'