Eating Healthy Foods Linked to Better Body Protection in Young Women
Researchers wanted to understand if eating a healthy diet could help young women's bodies fight off damage from harmful molecules called free radicals. They …
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New 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 MoreFive Plants Packed With Healing Metals and Antioxidants
Researchers tested five medicinal plants to see what healthy metals and protective compounds they contain. They measured iron, copper, zinc, and manganese …
Read MorePlant Extract Shows Promise for Fighting Inflammation and Damage
Researchers tested a plant called Gomphostigma virgatum to see if it could help fight two major health problems: oxidative stress (cellular damage from harmful …
Read MoreWhy Astronauts Lose Bone in Space (And How to Fix It)
When astronauts spend time in space, their bones weaken rapidly—similar to how older people's bones become fragile on Earth. Scientists have discovered that …
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