Irritable bowel syndrome could be relieved through techniques taught in types of therapy Sladic/Getty Images Therapies that alter the behaviour of people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may be more effective than the existing go-to treatments. If offered digitally, these could also help speed up their relief. IBS commonly results in bloating, diarrhoea, constipation and … Read more
Genetics may be a key driver in the onset of chronic fatigue syndrome, or myalgic encephalomyelitis BlackJack3D/Getty Images Genetic factors that could contribute to people’s risk of developing chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), have been identified in a large study. Scientists have linked eight regions of the human genome to … Read more
Gluten is a protein found in most types of bread TONO BALAGUER/Getty Images Some people who think gluten worsens their irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms actually experience no more discomfort when they eat the protein, which is found in wheat, barley and rye. IBS commonly causes abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation. While the mechanism … Read more
Illustration of enlarged ovaries in someone with polycstic ovary syndrome Science Photo Library/Alamy Polycystic ovary syndrome may be passed down through families via chemical tags that change the structure of DNA, suggesting that drugs that modify these tags in embryos could prevent the condition. People with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have at least two of … Read more
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Adam Devine is dying. Adam Devine is not dying. Adam Devine has had a devil of a time the last few years with doctors trying to figure out why some of his muscles have been going into almost-paralytic spasms. One even suggested he could expect to die soon. Turns out it is likely the COVID-19 … Read more
Have you agreed to a code of silence without consciously realizing? In societies across the globe, the phenomenon of “tall poppies” frequently rears its head, manifesting as a cultural, social, collective and psychological dynamic that affects individuals who achieve notable success or recognition. Stemming from the ancient parable where the tallest poppies in a field … Read more
