Sex hormones determine how well anesthesic works in men and women

Almost 25 years since scientists first identified the difference in anesthetic sensitivity between males and females, new research suggests that sex hormones make men more responsive to this state of unconsciousness – and women far less so.Continue Rea… Continue reading Sex hormones determine how well anesthesic works in men and women

In a first, growth hormone’s effect on ‘anxiety neurons’ identified

Researchers have identified the specific neurons responsible for controlling how growth hormone affects anxiety and the creation of fear memories, a hallmark of post-traumatic stress disorder. The discovery could lead to a new class of anti-anxiety dru… Continue reading In a first, growth hormone’s effect on ‘anxiety neurons’ identified

Exposure to household chemicals may make it harder to get pregnant

A new study has linked preconception exposure to phthalates to women’s reproductive health. Identifying how phthalates decrease the odds of getting pregnant, mess with important reproductive hormones, and cause inflammation and oxidative stress, the st… Continue reading Exposure to household chemicals may make it harder to get pregnant

Sugar and fat “tug of war” can derail your diet before you know it

It will come as no surprise that, on a whole, we’re eating too much sugar. Now, scientists have found that when our sweet tooth is sated, that craving is dialed down and in its place comes a sudden desire for fatty foods, which can wreak havoc on metab… Continue reading Sugar and fat “tug of war” can derail your diet before you know it

More evidence connecting BPA exposure to ADHD and autism

For the first time, scientists have described a biochemical mechanism linking attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with the common but problematic compound Bisphenol A (BPA), which can leach into food and w… Continue reading More evidence connecting BPA exposure to ADHD and autism

More evidence connecting BPA exposure to ADHD and autism

For the first time, scientists have described a biochemical mechanism linking attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with the common but problematic compound Bisphenol A (BPA), which can leach into food and w… Continue reading More evidence connecting BPA exposure to ADHD and autism

Menopause treatment linked to increased risk of dementia

A large study has suggested there may be a link between taking menopausal hormone therapy and dementia risk

A large new study has suggested there may be a link between women’s use of hormone replacement therapy used to treat the symptoms of menopause and the risk of developing dementia.

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