MNT daily newsletter - January 29, 2019

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Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs
How long can you detect marijuana in the body?
The body processes marijuana at varying rates, which may change depending on dose, hydration, body fat percentage, and, sometimes, the sensitivity of the test. Learn more here.


Biology / Biochemistry
Could targeting this enzyme slow aging and related diseases?
In showing how an enzyme halts cell division by producing reactive oxygen species, scientists shed new light on the biology of aging and related diseases.


Blood / Hematology
How long can you detect marijuana in the body?
The body processes marijuana at varying rates, which may change depending on dose, hydration, body fat percentage, and, sometimes, the sensitivity of the test. Learn more here.


Cancer / Oncology
Can the tongue microbiome help diagnose pancreatic cancer?
New research investigates how changes in the bacterial population on a person's tongue could help identify the presence of pancreatic cancer.


Cardiovascular / Cardiology
High blood pressure linked to zinc deficiency
A new study finds that zinc deficiency can play a role in high blood pressure. The researchers examine how zinc's impact on the kidney might be to blame.


Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine
Menopause: Mindfulness may reduce symptoms
A new study concludes that mindfulness might help menopausal women who struggle with symptoms that can include irritability, depression, and anxiety.


Dentistry
Can the tongue microbiome help diagnose pancreatic cancer?
New research investigates how changes in the bacterial population on a person's tongue could help identify the presence of pancreatic cancer.


Dermatology
10 foods rich in vitamin E
Vitamin E is an essential nutrient that plays a role in supporting the immune system, skin health, and blood vessel function. Learn about which foods contain the most vitamin E here.


Genetics
Could targeting this enzyme slow aging and related diseases?
In showing how an enzyme halts cell division by producing reactive oxygen species, scientists shed new light on the biology of aging and related diseases.


Hypertension
High blood pressure linked to zinc deficiency
A new study finds that zinc deficiency can play a role in high blood pressure. The researchers examine how zinc's impact on the kidney might be to blame.


Immune System / Vaccines
10 foods rich in vitamin E
Vitamin E is an essential nutrient that plays a role in supporting the immune system, skin health, and blood vessel function. Learn about which foods contain the most vitamin E here.


Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses
Removing stitches at home
To prevent infection and ensure proper wound healing, it is usually best for a healthcare professional to remove a person's stitches. However, with sufficient care and sterile equipment, it is possible for an individual to remove their stitches safely at home. Learn more here.
Can the tongue microbiome help diagnose pancreatic cancer?
New research investigates how changes in the bacterial population on a person's tongue could help identify the presence of pancreatic cancer.


Medical Devices / Diagnostics
How long can you detect marijuana in the body?
The body processes marijuana at varying rates, which may change depending on dose, hydration, body fat percentage, and, sometimes, the sensitivity of the test. Learn more here.


Menopause
Menopause: Mindfulness may reduce symptoms
A new study concludes that mindfulness might help menopausal women who struggle with symptoms that can include irritability, depression, and anxiety.


Neurology / Neuroscience
Why sleep is the best painkiller
New research reveals the effects of sleep deprivation on the brain's pain-processing mechanisms: Sleep loss may inhibit the brain's ability to kill pain.


Nutrition / Diet
High blood pressure linked to zinc deficiency
A new study finds that zinc deficiency can play a role in high blood pressure. The researchers examine how zinc's impact on the kidney might be to blame.
10 foods rich in vitamin E
Vitamin E is an essential nutrient that plays a role in supporting the immune system, skin health, and blood vessel function. Learn about which foods contain the most vitamin E here.


Pain / Anesthetics
Why sleep is the best painkiller
New research reveals the effects of sleep deprivation on the brain's pain-processing mechanisms: Sleep loss may inhibit the brain's ability to kill pain.


Pancreatic Cancer
Can the tongue microbiome help diagnose pancreatic cancer?
New research investigates how changes in the bacterial population on a person's tongue could help identify the presence of pancreatic cancer.


Public Health
Why sleep is the best painkiller
New research reveals the effects of sleep deprivation on the brain's pain-processing mechanisms: Sleep loss may inhibit the brain's ability to kill pain.


Seniors / Aging
Could targeting this enzyme slow aging and related diseases?
In showing how an enzyme halts cell division by producing reactive oxygen species, scientists shed new light on the biology of aging and related diseases.


Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia
Why sleep is the best painkiller
New research reveals the effects of sleep deprivation on the brain's pain-processing mechanisms: Sleep loss may inhibit the brain's ability to kill pain.


Surgery
Removing stitches at home
To prevent infection and ensure proper wound healing, it is usually best for a healthcare professional to remove a person's stitches. However, with sufficient care and sterile equipment, it is possible for an individual to remove their stitches safely at home. Learn more here.


Urology / Nephrology
How long can you detect marijuana in the body?
The body processes marijuana at varying rates, which may change depending on dose, hydration, body fat percentage, and, sometimes, the sensitivity of the test. Learn more here.


Women's Health / Gynecology
Menopause: Mindfulness may reduce symptoms
A new study concludes that mindfulness might help menopausal women who struggle with symptoms that can include irritability, depression, and anxiety.


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