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Early Life Lipid Levels Linked to ADHD and Autism Symptoms – A recent study suggests that levels of certain fats (lipids) in a newborn’s umbilical cord blood may be linked to the development of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by age two.Certain environmental factors during pregnancy and birth, such as exposure to harmful chemicals or maternal inflammation, can increase the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD and ASD. These conditions are also associated with changes in certain fats in the blood, which are crucial for brain development.What Is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder…
Listen to this articleProduced by ElevenLabs and NOA, News Over Audio, using AI narration.Fridays are holy days of rest in the Middle East, but today the region braces itself for the awful possibility of broader conflict. Following repeated attacks on their warships, the United States and the United Kingdom have finally hit back at the Houthis, a Yemeni militia that holds power in the capital city of Sanaa and is recognized as the official Yemeni government by its main sponsor, the Islamic Republic of Iran.The attacks come after weeks of warning and a day after a United Nations Security Council…
Cold swims and cinnamon show promise for diabetes management – Based on a recent study, there is promising evidence that a combination of cold water swimming and cinnamon supplementation may improve certain aspects of diabetes management in individuals with the condition.Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects how your body regulates blood sugar. It is a major global health problem, and the number of people with diabetes is rising rapidly. About 422 million people worldwide have diabetes. That’s about 1 in 11 adults.In this study, researchers studied the effects of swimming and cinnamon supplementation on diabetic rats. They focused on three…
ChatGPT has certainly captured the world’s imagination since its release at the end of 2022. But in day-to-day life, it is still a relatively niche product—a curiosity that leads people to ask questions that begin “Have you tried … ?” or “What do you think about … ?” Its maker, OpenAI, has a much more expansive vision. Its aim is seemingly to completely remake how people use the internet.For that to happen, the bot needs to be more than a conversation starter: It has to be a functioning business. The company’s launch of the new GPT Store on Wednesday was…
Good news for chocolate lovers as study hints dark chocolate may lower hypertension risk! A recent study published in Scientific Reports suggests that indulging in dark chocolate might help ward off high blood pressure, specifically essential hypertension. This type of high blood pressure has no clear underlying cause and affects millions worldwide.Cardiovascular diseases, including high blood pressure, are the leading causes of death and disability globally. Identifying ways to prevent or manage these conditions is crucial. Some previous studies hinted at dark chocolate’s potential benefits for heart health, but evidence needed strengthening.What Is Dark Chocolate?Dark chocolate is a type of…
This is an edition of The Atlantic Daily, a newsletter that guides you through the biggest stories of the day, helps you discover new ideas, and recommends the best in culture. Sign up for it here.Some of President Joe Biden’s critics argue that he did not have the authority to launch yesterday’s strikes in Yemen, but America’s presidents have significant constitutional powers regarding the use of military force.First, here are four new stories from The Atlantic:Presidents and the Use of ForceIn America’s deeply divided political environment, today’s bipartisan support for President Biden’s strikes on Iranian-backed Houthi militias in Yemen is…
Genetics and Low Socio-Economic Status May Lead to Higher BMI – Research has revealed a complex interplay between genetics, socio-economic position (SEP), and body mass index (BMI). While individuals with higher SEP tend to have lower BMIs, this study finds that genetic factors contribute to differences across all SEP levels, particularly in lower SEP groups.Key Findings:Inverse Relationship: Higher SEP (education, income, social class) correlates with lower BMI.Genetic Influences: Individuals with lower SEP are more likely to carry genetic variants linked to higher BMI.Environment Plays a Role: Low SEP environments may amplify the effects of these genetic predispositions.Sex Differences: Women exhibit…
When the writer Ryan Broderick joined Substack in 2020, it felt, he told me, like an “oasis.” The email-newsletter platform gave him a direct line to his readers. He did not have to deal with the chaos and controversy of social media. Substack was far from perfect, he knew—COVID conspiracies flourished, and on at least one occasion, trans writers on the platform were doxxed and harassed—but compared with the rest of the internet, he found the conditions tolerable. Until they weren’t. On Wednesday, he sent out an edition of his newsletter titled “It’s Time to Leave Substack.”Substack now finds itself…
Hundreds of Genetic Markers Linked to Insulin Resistance – A groundbreaking study has identified hundreds of genetic markers linked to insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is a complex metabolic trait characterized by a diminished cellular response to insulin, leading to dyslipidemia and higher circulating levels of insulin and glucose.Large-scale genome-wide association studies have helped advance the identification of common genetic variants associated with insulin resistance, and more recently, exome sequencing has allowed the identification of rare variants associated with its pathogenesis.The study used triglyceride (TG):high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C) ratio as a highly accurate indicator of insulin resistance.Researchers analyzed data from over 400,000…
Mary Lou Retton performs on the balance beam in the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles. Last week, she said she couldn’t afford health insurance and owes big hospital bills after a serious illness. Bettmann Archive/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Bettmann Archive/Getty Images Mary Lou Retton performs on the balance beam in the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles. Last week, she said she couldn’t afford health insurance and owes big hospital bills after a serious illness. Bettmann Archive/Getty Images Former Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton spoke out last week on the NBC “Today” show about what she said was a…