Just five days of overeating ultraprocessed snack foods was enough to disrupt how insulin functions in the human brain — even without any weight gain. That’s what researchers at the German Center for Diabetes Research found in a study published in Nature Metabolism.1 Insulin doesn’t just regulate blood sugar. It also helps your brain manage hunger, satisfaction and impulse control. ...
Modern enterprises rely on hybrid cloud environments to power their applications with agility and scale. However, as businesses continue to expand their hybrid footprint, they face challenges balancing security with the operational needs of the business. As threats evolve, security needs to scale with the business. It needs to become an enabler rather than a blocker. This means having the ability to easily add new security controls and protect existing investments, while minimizing overhead and management. ...
A universal vaccine against flu wouldn't have to be updated to match seasonal changes in circulating strains. Science Photo Library/Getty Images hide caption ...
Osteoporosis is one of the most devastating age-related diseases, and it often goes unnoticed until it's too late. In America alone, it's estimated that 10 million people are affected by this condition.1 ...
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This story is part of the My Unsung Hero series, from the Hidden Brain team. It features stories of people whose kindness left a lasting impression on someone else. ...
Editor's Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published August 21, 2022. ...
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Dentists sometimes prescribe fluoride supplements to kids in areas that lack water fluoridation. FDA is taking action to remove such treatments from the market. Karl Tapales/Moment RF/Getty Images hide caption ...
I recently attended Smart City Expo US 2025 at New York’s Javits Center, where thought leaders, innovators, and policymakers gathered to discuss the future of smart cities. The event focused on seven key themes driving urban innovation: ...