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30/08/2025

04/08/2025

Symptoms of hypothyroidism?

There are actually hundreds of symptoms, but here’s a list of some of the most common:
Feeling tired
Anxiety
Thinning or loss of outer third of eyebrows
Depression
Weight gain
Feeling cold
Irritability
Hair loss or thinning
Weakness and aches in muscles and joints
Itchy and dry skin
Difficulty concentrating
Brain fog
Constipation
Heavy or irregular periods
Puffy face
Hoarseness in the voice
Muscle weakness
Elevated cholesterol
Slowed heart rate
Low blood pressure
Insomnia
Brittle nails
Muscle loss
Low libido
Infertility and miscarriage
Lack of motivation
Digestive issues
Low vitamin D
Low B12
Weak immune system
Low ferritin (or anemia)
Needing a nap in the afternoon
Chronic fatigue
Diminished appetite
Low basal body temperature
Frequent infections
Lump in throat

Here’s the list of labs to ask for
TSH
TPOab
TgAB
Free T3
Free T4
Reverse T3

TSH level between 0.5-2.0 is the range where people feel healthy and vibrant

So if the range is 1.0-3.0, you want your free T4 to be 2 (or close to it)

You want free T3 to be in the middle of the lab range. So if the range is 1.0-3.0, you want your free T3 to be 2 or close to it

TPO should be 0

TG should be 0

Reverse T3 never high

These tests are needed to determine which kind of Thyroid Disfunction you have.

01/08/2025

It turns out camels may offer more than just desert resilience they might hold the key to fighting deadly snakebites. Researchers in Dubai and India have discovered that camel tears, when the animals are exposed to venom, contain antibodies capable of neutralizing toxic proteins from up to 26 species of venomous snakes. These antibodies target neurotoxins and hemotoxins the agents behind paralysis, internal bleeding, and organ failure making camel-derived protection a surprising new contender in antivenom research.

What makes this even more remarkable is that the antibodies in camel tears are stable in heat, less likely to trigger allergic reactions, and easy to store without refrigeration. These properties could be revolutionary in rural or resource-limited regions where conventional antivenoms are hard to transport and administer. The tears also contain lysozyme, an antimicrobial enzyme that helps the camel fight off eye infections in dusty environments and may further support its venom-fighting potential.

While clinical use is still years away and pending peer-reviewed validation, this research opens new doors for affordable, accessible treatment especially in snakebite-prone regions like India. If proven successful in trials, this nature-powered solution could reshape the way we combat snake envenomation around the world.
Credit: Central Veterinary Research Laboratory (Dubai) & National Research Centre on Camel (India).

30/07/2025

Scientists have identified a precursor to Vitamin K, known as VK3, that exhibits powerful anti-cancer properties. In lab studies, VK3 triggered oxidative stress in cancer cells, causing them to undergo programmed cell death (apoptosis) without harming healthy tissue.

Unlike chemotherapy, this targeted mechanism reduces collateral damage to surrounding cells and may offer a gentler yet effective cancer treatment in the future. The study also opens new paths for combining natural compounds with standard cancer therapies for better outcomes.

Nature continues to surprise us with life-saving molecules hidden in plain sight.

29/07/2025

A German startup is turning desert air into drinking water using zero electricity

In a world where over 2 billion people lack access to safe water, one German innovation is pulling moisture straight from the desert sky — without using a single watt of electricity. The company, HelioWater, has developed an advanced material that captures and releases water using only sunlight and air.

The system relies on a new hygroscopic gel that soaks moisture from the air during the night when humidity rises. During the day, sunlight heats the gel, releasing clean, drinkable water into a collector chamber. With no moving parts, no batteries, and no electronics, the system functions purely on passive solar power and smart material design.

A single 1-square-meter panel can produce up to 3 liters of water per day, even in areas with humidity as low as 10%. The units are designed to be modular and stackable, allowing communities to scale them according to their needs. It's especially promising for remote regions, refugee camps, or disaster zones where infrastructure is lacking.

The heart of the invention is a nanogel embedded with copper-based salts. These salts are highly effective at drawing in moisture even in arid conditions, and the entire system is built using low-cost, recyclable materials. It’s sustainability, simplicity, and scalability all in one compact solution.

Unlike conventional atmospheric water generators that rely on compressors and electricity, this gel-based system requires no power source at all. That makes it ideal for areas completely off-grid — like deep deserts, highlands, or remote islands.

Already, pilots are underway in Morocco and Namibia, with the UN expressing interest in supporting wider deployment. If successful, it could permanently change water accessibility in parts of the world where people still walk miles for a single bucket.

29/07/2025

Finland just made a groundbreaking leap in green tech. In the town of Pornainen, a massive “sand battery” developed by Polar Night Energy is turning excess wind and solar energy into stored heat. Packed with about 2,000 tonnes of crushed soapstone, this silo-sized system can heat up to 500°C, holding that thermal energy for weeks or even months while losing just 10% over time.

This clean storage solution powers the town’s district heating network and helps reduce heating-related emissions by nearly 70%. With a capacity of 100 megawatt-hours and the ability to heat 260 homes for a week, Finland’s sand battery is a big step toward its climate-neutral goal for 2035 — and a bold example of how simplicity can drive powerful sustainability.

08/07/2025

Treatment innovations, are amazing Day after Day,

25/05/2025

Woman’s Stem Cells Were Used To Reverse Her Type 1 Diabetes.

A Medical Breakthrough in Diabetes Treatment

In a remarkable medical achievement, scientists in China have successfully reversed Type 1 diabetes in a female patient using an innovative stem cell technique.

This pioneering procedure represents a significant advancement in diabetes treatment.

Harnessing the Power of Stem Cells
The research team utilized the patient’s own cells, transforming them into stem cells capable of producing insulin.

For the first time since her diagnosis, the woman’s body began generating its own insulin naturally. This development brings renewed optimism for the millions of individuals with Type 1 diabetes who currently rely on insulin injections to regulate their blood glucose levels.

The Science Behind the Success

The clinical study included three participants with Type 1 diabetes.

The process involved taking cells from each patient, reprogramming them into versatile stem cells able to develop into various cell types, and then chemically converting them into insulin-secreting cells.

A New Horizon for Diabetes Management

These engineered cells were subsequently implanted into the patients’ abdomens, where they started to produce insulin.

Although the research is in its initial stages, the positive outcome in the first patient hints at a potential future where insulin shots could become unnecessary for those living with Type 1 diabetes.

23/05/2025

The brain literally starts to “eat itself” when sleep is severely lacking, according to a groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Neuroscience.

Researchers at Marche Polytechnic University in Italy discovered that prolonged sleep deprivation causes increased activity in brain cells called astrocytes, which normally help clean out unnecessary neural connections. In sleep-deprived brains, however, these cells begin breaking down even healthy synapses—a process that’s normally reserved for damaged or weak ones.

Even more concerning, the study found that microglial cells, which are involved in immune defense in the brain, also become more active during extended wakefulness. This hyperactivity mimics the early stages of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, suggesting that chronic sleep loss could gradually lead to long-term brain damage.

20/05/2025

Body Systems and their functions