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Nettle Root Improves Prostate Symptoms

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

Researchers have found that nettle root significantly improves urinary frequency, urinary urgency and night urination, symptoms associated with benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH).

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Vitamin E Enhances Cancer Immunotherapy

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

A study reports that vitamin E can enhance immunotherapy responses in cancer patients by stimulating the activity of dendritic cells in tumors.

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Revised Supplement Formula Slows Macular Degeneration

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

A revised version of a common nutrient formula for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) was found to reduce late symptoms an additional 20 percent compared to the original formula.

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Childhood Adventures and Team Sports Boost Well-Being

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

Research shows that playing adventurously outdoors and participating in team sports can help lower children's mental health risks.

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Peace Day Addresses Global Racism

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

The 2022 theme of the United Nations-sanctioned International Day of Peace, or World Peace Day, is “End racism. Build peace.”

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Seattle Providing Electric Vehicle Chargers on Utility Poles

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

Seattle City Light is installing electric vehicle chargers on utility poles as part of a transition to zero-emission electric transportation options.

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Carbon Labels Cut Environmental Impact of Dining

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

Researchers studied the design of restaurant menus and how adding carbon labels indicating the greenhouse gas emissions per dish affected the choices people might make when dining out.

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Australian Office Building to Feature Solar Facade

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

A rooftop solar array and solar panels on the sides will adorn an eight-story high-rise planned for West Melbourne, Australia, to provide the office building with most of its power.

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Hurricane-Resilient Wind Turbines Modeled After Palm Trees

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

Atlantic hurricanes pose risks to renewable energy wind turbines, and researchers are developing more resilient models inspired by palm trees.

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Common California Bumble Bees Go Missing

Aug 31, 2022 09:30AM

The Western bumble bee, once easily spotted in California, could not be found in a recent survey led by the University of California-Riverside.

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