The smell of your stool results from the fermentation of bacteria contained in the fecal matter composed of 75 to 85% water and about 20% dry matter . But what about its color? Thats a good question. Bilirubin and stercobilin Once expelled from your digestive system, your stool normally displays a

In a recent study, American researchers showed that the blood of young mice countered the effects of time in older specimens. This seemingly outlandish research is quite serious and could one day concern humans, as the report published by the scientists shows. The crucial role of extracellular vesi

Researchers in South Korea say they have found that regular consumption of 85% dark chocolate can have a positive effect on mood. According to them, the ideal would be to consume it three times a day. However, the small sample of volunteers who participated in the study suggests that further work wo

Recently, the cabinet of the Ministry of Health communicated an initial assessment of a reform concerning the reimbursement of hearing aids. This measure allows people to benefit from full support in the event of the purchase of one of these devices. While barely more than a third of French people w

An experimental vaccine tested in mice eliminated several targeted senescent cells. This helped prolong the life of the rodents and reverse some age-related signs of disease. Researchers are planning clinical trials in humans, but there is still a long way to go. Our cells are programmed to divide

Several studies on the potential health impacts of 5G have already reported their findings, and some stories on the subject continue to send shivers down the spine. A rather special object has just been withdrawn from sale, namely a pendant whose objective was to protect its wearer from 5G. Indeed,

A study led by researchers at Duke University (USA) showed that occupations requiring outdoor work will come under increasing pressure due to the increase in temperature and humidity in the hot season. Also, if nothing is done to limit global warming, the costs associated with the loss of labor are

Christmas parties are known to be a special and happy time for family sharing. And in this context, excesses are not uncommon:alcohol, food, etc. However, according to a study, consuming too much sugar during this period would promote depression during the winter season. Less than ideal timing Rese

Strict compliance with the rules formulated by Covid-19 experts at the start of the pandemic is ancient history. With a fifth wave of contamination in Europe and the appearance of the Omicron variant, should we fear the largesse of many people regarding the handling of their masks? Not so dangerous

A team of scientists announces that they have isolated a body part that has never been described before. This is a deep muscle layer found in the masseter, the levator muscle of the lower jaw, essential for chewing. The masseter The masseter muscle is the most important masticatory muscle . Its mai

A mouse study suggests that a common chemotherapy drug may increase the ability of breast cancer cells to metastasize to the lungs. These molecules seem to modify the cells that line the blood vessels in the lungs, allowing cancer cells to more easily enter and latch onto them. This work is publishe

An intriguing study suggests that a chemical excreted by babies could influence the degree of aggression in humans, exacerbating this behavior in women while mitigating it in men. This work is published in the journal Science Advances. We know that hexadechannel (HEX) plays a role in mouse behavior

Some cardiologists rely on the stairs test to assess the heart health of their patients. Its simple and free unlike other heavier and often expensive methods, but is it really effective? New research confirms this. Advanced age, lifestyle, diabetes, bad cholesterol or family history, many factors c

A new Lyme disease vaccine in development has shown promising results in tests in mouse models. It remains to translate these same results in humans. Details of the study are reported in the journal Science Translational Medicine. Blacklegged ticks (Ixodes scapularis ) are known to transmit the bac

As Europe currently faces a 5th wave of Covid-19, a British company has developed a vaccine that does without traditional injections. Indeed, it is a question of a patch with microneedles to be placed on the skin. According to the researchers, this new type of vaccine would allow much longer immunit

Since the arrival of the coronavirus epidemic, some research tends to affirm that poor oral health could increase the risk of catching Covid- 19. This time, work carried out in the United States shows that patients with gum disease are more at risk of developing a serious form. Oral problems and Co

A recent American study looked at the hypothalamus. This region of the brain is none other than the control center for several functions such as hunger, stress or wakefulness. According to the researchers, an excess of salt would reduce blood flow there, a rather surprising phenomenon. A peculiar p

A study by researchers at the University of Bristol identifies the onset of humor at an early age and how it develops over the first years of life. Details of this work are published in the journal Behavior Research Methods. Humour is universal. It allows our species to cope with stress, make frien

Recently, Japanese researchers have developed a non-invasive treatment to treat the physiological effects of depression. The nasal spray in itself is not new, but this one is still a real innovation. A non-invasive method In medicine, nasal sprays are quite present and research continues. In 2020,

Do you also happen to see strange little shapes floating in front of your eyes? We are talking here about an entoptic phenomenon. In other words, it is a visual effect whose source emanates from your own eyes. But what exactly is it? Little worms in the eyes In a study published in 2013 involving m