Even if you’ve tried a certain food a few times and didn’t find it tasty, that doesn’t mean you’ll never learn to enjoy that food. In fact, according to new research, repeated exposure to bitter foods can change the proteins in your saliva, essentially calming the initial … [Read more...] about New research suggests you can ‘reprogram’ your tastebuds to like vegetables
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Insurance companies in Illinois to cover the costs of EpiPens for children
For those in the US who suffer from severe allergies that can result in experiencing potentially life-threatening allergic reactions, EpiPens are a crucial part of life. However, starting around a decade ago, the price of the medication skyrocketed—putting thousands of lives, … [Read more...] about Insurance companies in Illinois to cover the costs of EpiPens for children
This green oasis is actually a hospital that uses nature to promote healing
Communal gardens, landscaped rooftops, and wide-open windows aren't features of your typical hospital—but maybe they should be. Khoo Teck Puat Hospital in Singapore is a case study in what can happen when a nature-inspired design is applied to the medical setting to promote … [Read more...] about This green oasis is actually a hospital that uses nature to promote healing
Scientists have created a “spray-on bandage” using the body’s own bacteria
If you get a cut on your skin, you stick a band-aid on it. But what if you get a wound in your gut? When doctors treat injuries to the intestines, they can't use patches or bandages, because these materials don't stick to the slippery intestinal walls. Now, a team from Harvard … [Read more...] about Scientists have created a “spray-on bandage” using the body’s own bacteria
Stem cells could one day be used to make teeth repair themselves
The dentist's drill is a sound that sends shudders down the spines of many people, so it sure would be nice if teeth could just repair themselves. With thanks to a recent study, that may not be as far-fetched as it sounds. The new research coming from the University of Plymouth … [Read more...] about Stem cells could one day be used to make teeth repair themselves
