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New Research Shows that Bio-Based Fibers May Be Worse for the Environment than Plastics
Bio-based materials, often marketed as eco-friendly alternatives and intended to replace traditional plastics might actually pose a greater health risk to some of the planet's most crucial species than plastics themselves. This follows from a study published in the peer-reviewed science journal: Environmental Science & Technology
Is there anything bigger than infinity?
What's the biggest number you can imagine? You probably won't say 1000, and neither will you say 1 billion, because no matter how big of a number you can think of, you can always simply add 1, and that number will be bigger. So what about infinity? Infinity is a sort of vague concept, but is there something beyond infinity?
Study Finds Link Between Daytime Sleepiness and Early Signs of Dementia
Scientists have linked excessive sleepiness during the day, a lack of enthusiasm and finding challenge to maintain interest in daily activities to an increased risk of developing a condition that can lead to dementia.
How Much Daily Walking Do You Need to Live Longer?
Can increasing your daily physical activity really extend your life? A team of researchers explored this question and discovered that, if all Americans over 40 matched the physical activity levels of the top 25%, they could live 5 years longer on average, while the least active 25% could gain nearly 11 years with equivalent effort.
Could a nasal spray be a future treatment for Alzheimer's disease?
Researchers in Italy have discovered that using a nasal spray to inhibit a specific brain enzyme can counteract the cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer's disease.
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