Fungi in the lab Hexagon Bio In 1928, a Scottish researcher by the name of Alexander Fleming came back from vacation to discover that he’d accidentally grown a species of fungi called Penicillium on a petri dish containing bacteria. The fungi, to Fleming’s surprise, appeared to be keeping the growth of that bacteria at bay.… Read More »
Health experts are bringing down the bar: Men should limit themselves not to two drinks per day — the long-standing recommendation — but just one. So says a report out Wednesday, which is set to be included later this year as part of the first update to the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans in five… Read More »
Research has shown that exercising regularly for just a single hour a week can help prevent depression. The results of a study reveal that even a small amount of any intensity exercise can help to protect against depression and benefit mental health regardless of gender or age. The analysis involved 33,908 people who had their… Read More »
Allergies can come in many shapes and sizes. While some people can enjoy beautiful weather, others avoid going outdoors at all costs. The same situation may occur for people watching others enjoy an endless variety of foods while they must be very selective. Have you ever wondered what causes your stuffy nose and sneezing? For… Read More »