Health
Harvard Medical University announces 10 ''super foods'' that help prolong life
These 10 foods can help reduce cancer and many other diseases in the body, thereby helping to effectively prolong life.
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Health
Surprised with 2 types of starch containing substances 'like weight loss drugs'
American and Austrian scientists have found something that can help control blood sugar, lose weight, and reduce fat extremely well in two familiar starch sources.
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How did ancient wars know how many troops the opponent had?
In ancient feudal society, emperors did not hesitate to launch wars to expand their territory, but besides strategy, numbers can be said to be the key to victory or defe…
Biology
From 'monster' to 'treasure': This horror species is helping many people make a fortune
This species is often harmful to some crops and is an enemy hated by many Vietnamese farmers.
Health
Unexpected effects when you sprinkle pepper on food
As one of the most widely used and loved spices in the world, black pepper is known as
Health
How to detect and treat botulinum poisoning?
Botulinum poisoning is usually diagnosed through analysis of stool and vomit samples and treated with antitoxin, antibiotics, or a ventilator.
New technology
Technology of growing plants in the dark
Solar power has the potential to solve many of the inefficiencies of traditional agriculture, such as the need for large amounts of water, fertilizer, and land to grow c…
Cancer
2 WHO-recognized level 1 carcinogens may be present in many foods you eat every day
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) divides carcinogens into four levels, the most feared of which is level 1 carcinogen.
Food safety
Are the nutritional facts on food packaging trustworthy?
If you've ever wanted to know exactly what's in your packaged foods, you're probably familiar with the black-and-white nutrition charts on food labels.
Health
How important are micronutrients to the human body?
Micronutrients are substances that the body only needs in very small amounts but play a very important role. When lacking, it will lead to serious effects on the body.
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Unique method of preserving fresh grapes for up to 6 months by Afghans
Gangina is a traditional method of keeping grapes and other fruits fresh for several months, by keeping them in sealed containers made of wet soil.
Biology
New rice variety that helps reduce diabetes will be grown commercially in 2025
Scientists at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) in the Philippines have successfully developed a new rice variety that could help alleviate the growing di…
Food safety
What happens when you eat moldy food?
What is mold on food? Is it safe to cut off the moldy part and eat the rest?
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Can carp live 10 years in a tank without feeding?
The strong survival ability of carp not only surprises us but also suggests many things about the relationship between organisms and their surrounding environment.
Animal world
Thousands of parrots invade Argentine town
The number of parrots outnumbers people in the town of Hilario Ascasubi after deforestation forced them to fly out in search of food, water and shelter.