Could a Shellfish Ingredient Help Fight Crohn's Disease?
Crohn's disease is a serious condition where the intestines become inflamed and painful. Scientists have discovered that a harmful bacteria called AIEC often …
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New Nanoparticles Show Promise for Targeting Breast Cancer
Scientists created tiny particles smaller than a grain of salt that can deliver cancer-fighting medicine directly to breast cancer cells. These special …
Read MoreNew Selenium-Chitosan Mix Shows Powerful Antioxidant Power
Scientists created a new material by combining selenium (a nutrient your body needs) with chitosan (a natural fiber from shellfish shells). They tested 14 …
Read MoreNew Spray Helps Pomegranate Plants Survive Salty Soil
Scientists tested a new spray made from tiny particles of chitosan (a natural substance) and silicon to help pomegranate seedlings survive in salty soil …
Read MoreNew Nano-Capsules Could Better Deliver Vitamin B12 to Your Body
Scientists created tiny capsules made from natural food ingredients that can carry vitamin B12 through your digestive system more effectively. These …
Read MoreNew Tiny Particles Could Fight Colon Cancer More Effectively
Scientists are developing super-tiny particles made from chitosan (a natural material) that can deliver cancer medicine directly to colon tumors. These …
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