IMBODY: A Smart Fitness Mirror for Tracking Progress and Correcting Exercises

Chinese engineers have developed the IMBODY smart fitness mirror. Working out in front of this device helps track training progress. The mirror also provides guidance on correct exercise techniques and suggests areas for improvement. An excellent alternative to a fitness trainer.

Doctors' recommendations

Doctors recommend taking breaks from computer work every 30 minutes. According to them, prolonged work on a monitor not only affects the eyes but also causes headaches and can lead to mental health issues. To maintain good eyesight, it is necessary to take breaks between work for at least 15 minutes.

Heat Damages Liver and Brain: Study on Elderly Mice

Heat stress during heatwaves has a destructive impact on the liver, intestines, and brain of elderly individuals, according to experiments conducted on elderly mice at the University of California, Irvine. When rodents were exposed to heat stress, their livers showed significantly increased production of a protein called ORM2. Presumably, this is a compensatory mechanism during inflammation and gut imbalance. Additionally, ORM2 may adversely affect the brain's coordination with the liver and the gastrointestinal tract (GIT).

First AI Gadget for Newborns Introduced

American startup LittleOne.Care has unveiled Elora, a compact health sensor for newborns powered by artificial intelligence. Elora offers a range of features similar to adult smartwatches, but this innovative gadget is designed to be attached to the baby's belly instead of the wrist. The smart device monitors the air quality around the child and also functions as a baby monitor. For instance, Elora can send notifications to parents if the infant cries, falls, or wakes up at night. The device can keep a diary of the newborn, recording feeding times, first attempts at speaking, frequent sleep schedules, diaper changes, and more. All the data is sent to the parent's smartphone. The smart sensor is priced at $349.

Outbreak of Rat Hepatitis in Europe

An outbreak of rat hepatitis has occurred in Europe. The terrifying virus, transmitted by disgusting and intimidating rodents, was first discovered in Germany in 2010. There have been over 40 reported cases of infection in Spain, as well as a confirmed case in Hong Kong. Scientists have determined that approximately 30% of rats are carriers of the hepatitis, but how it is transmitted to humans remains unknown.

Olive oil reduces risk of dementia-related death, study finds

A study conducted by a group of scientists from the USA, Denmark, and China, involving 92,383 individuals over a span of 28 years, has revealed that consuming at least seven grams (approximately a teaspoon) of olive oil per day decreased the likelihood of death from dementia by 28%. Other vegetable oils did not show the same effect. In total, 4,751 individuals died from dementia during the study period.

Neuralink's First Patient Dominates Mario Kart and Civilization VI with Mind Control

The first patient of Neuralink has defeated others in Mario Kart and Civilization VI using the power of his thoughts. Noland Arbow became the first person to receive a Neuralink implant in his brain, with the surgery taking place in January of this year. According to him, he has now reached a level of control over the chip that allows him to outperform his friends in both Mario Kart and Civilization VI. However, it is too early to speak about widespread application of this technology. Its main problem lies in the attachment of the implant to the cranial box and its connection to the brain through multiple electrodes. As the organ is movable inside, even slight deviations can lead to disconnection.

New solution to sleep problems

Inventors from Kickstarter have found a solution to sleep problems. Engineers have developed a mini-speaker called 'Banala Sleep Dot' that produces isochronic sounds. These rhythmic sounds help the brain relax, fall asleep faster, and enter deep sleep, as confirmed by research. The price is $49.

Anger Increases the Risk of Heart Disease

A team of doctors from New York has concluded that the feeling of anger unhealthy narrows blood vessels, which in the long run can increase the likelihood of heart disease. Researchers tracked the condition of participants' blood vessels in the experiment. As a result, it was found that the expansion of healthy blood vessels slows down when people get angry. The authors of the study noted that the inability of blood vessels to expand for a long period of time is often a precursor to the dangerous accumulation of fat on the walls of arteries, known as atherosclerosis.

Japanese Researchers Plan to Test Drug for Growing Teeth

Japanese researchers plan to begin testing a drug designed to grow teeth in people with hypodontia. Practical use will start in six years. The developed medication affects tooth buds - formations of dental tissue located in the oral cavity. Often, they cease development and eventually disappear. It is assumed that the drug suppresses the action of a protein that stops the process of their development, as a result of which the formed tooth buds will be able to replace unerupted or fallen out teeth.

Best foods to eat before bed and upon waking up

Best foods before bed: Bananas, Kiwi, Nuts, Milk, Honey Tea. Undesirable foods before bed: Cheese, Alcohol, Spicy food, Coffee, Chocolate. Best foods upon waking up: Berries, Oatmeal, Eggs, Greek yogurt, Avocado. Worst foods upon waking up: Cakes, Pancakes, Bacon, Cereals, Fruit juice.

The Negative Impact of Snoozing and Cheesy Breakfast Sandwiches

The habit of snoozing for a few more minutes after the alarm goes off disrupts the nervous system, while daily cheese sandwiches for breakfast create a dependency similar to narcotics.

The Most Dangerous Sweets: Kinder Surprise, Nutella, M&M's, Oreo and Milka

British scientists have found that the most dangerous sweets are Kinder Surprise, Nutella, M&M's, Oreo, and Milka. They have examined the products of the 10 largest manufacturers, and 78% of the items turned out to be harmful to health due to their high fat, salt, and sugar content. The leaders of this anti-rating are the companies Mondelez International and Ferrero. The first one produces Alpen Gold, Milka, Barni, Oreo, and many other brands, while the second one releases Kinder, Nutella, Raffaello, Ferrero Rocher, and Tic Tac. Like other manufacturers, they often use bright packaging and cartoon characters to appeal to children. However, the consumption of harmful sweets in childhood can lead to metabolic disorders and obesity development.

Next Generation Genetic Engineering with AI

Scientists have developed a neural network capable of editing DNA, opening the door to genome programming and transforming complex laboratory processes into tasks for AI. As a result, it is expected that the world will soon witness a new wave of medications that will reshape the landscape of modern medicine.

Shashlik Can Cause Depression and Insomnia

Shashlik can cause depression and insomnia. The culprit behind it is glycation products found in the tasty crust. Researchers from Turkey conducted an experiment and found out that the negative impact doesn't depend on a person's gender or age.

First cancer vaccine appears in England

The first cancer vaccine has emerged in England. Currently, it is undergoing the third stage of trials on patients. It should be noted that the vaccine does not eliminate tumors. For now, scientists are adapting each injection to suit the patient - the vaccine activates their immune system to destroy cancer cells. As a result, the recurrence rate is significantly lowered. If the trials are successful, a new era of fighting cancer will begin.

Physical Activity and Mental Health: Lowering the Risk of Depression

Scientists have conducted an analysis of several studies, which showed that moderate physical activity, such as gardening and landscaping, golf, and walking, is associated with a lower risk of depression. They examined data from over four million people and the correlation between physical activity and episodes of depression, as well as other mental disorders. It was found that low and moderate-intensity physical exercises on average reduce the risk of depression by 23%, anxiety by 26%, and psychosis or schizophrenia by 27%.

Vaccination: the path to health

Vaccination has saved 154 million lives over 50 years, according to WHO experts. The most significant impact has been from measles vaccines, which account for 94 million lives saved (around 60% of the total number). However, in 2022, 33 million children did not receive full vaccination against this disease. As a result of polio immunization, 20 million people on Earth, who would otherwise be paralyzed, can walk. Full eradication of the disease is now considered an achievable goal. Additional prospects for vaccination success include vaccines against papillomavirus infection, malaria, COVID-19, as well as vaccines against cholera and Ebola viruses, used to contain outbreaks.

Weekend Sleep Helps Reduce Anxiety and Depression Risk, Scientists Say

Scientists have found that people who catch up on sleep over the weekend experience reduced anxiety and depression risk. The study suggests that compensating for the lack of sleep during weekdays can help alleviate depressive symptoms. To decrease or completely eliminate depressive symptoms, it is necessary to sleep for at least a few extra hours on Saturday and Sunday: one additional hour of sleep reduces symptoms by 38%, while two additional hours decrease symptoms by 46%. Furthermore, individuals who typically sleep for 5-6 hours notice the most significant changes in their well-being.

Chinese Scientists Develop AI-Based Test to Detect Cancer from Dried Blood

In China, researchers have created an AI-based test that can detect cancer from dried blood. Preliminary trials have shown that the tool is capable of detecting pancreatic, gastric, and colorectal cancer, providing results in just a few minutes. Scientists believe that implementing screening in low- and middle-income countries can reduce the proportion of undiagnosed cancer cases among the aging population. The main components of this test are much cheaper than traditional methods.