The lifesaving medication that can turn deadly
Just one dose of a popular antibiotic used to treat sepsis kills off most of our anaerobic gut bacteria. This bacteria rarely causes disease and is vital to our metabolism and immunity. New research published in JAMA Internal Medicine shows that while this drug is commonly used, it increases mortality by five percent — which has a big impact, since sepsis is so common in America.
TikTocker’s aren’t doctors
Informational videos on vasectomies have been going viral on social media, but new research shows they can’t be trusted. The study, published in AUA News, used a rubric to assess the quality of health information in the content. The videos had an average of 0.91 out of 5. Since one in five Americans search for health facts on Tik-Tok, it’s important to realize that the content we consume needs to be backed up by a credible source. (Duke University)
Working on the night shift may be causing you extra stress
The human body has a natural internal clock that establishes a rhythm for many bodily functions. A new study in the Journal of Proteome Research shows that disrupting this routine can be detrimental. Even just a few days on night shift can throw off blood glucose regulation, energy metabolism, and inflammation. It may explain why these workers are more prone to obesity, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders. (Washington State University)
Is plant formula the new breast milk?
The benefits of breast-feeding are undeniable, but many moms have to rely on formula to feed their babies. While it has the essential nutrients, formula still can’t mimic the full nutritional components of breast milk. However, researchers may have discovered how to genetically engineer plants that can replicate mother’s milk. They’re hopeful it will lead to healthier baby formula and even a new, non-dairy milk option for adults. The research is published in the journal Nature Food. (UC Berkeley)
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