Researchers at Aarhus University have discovered in a new study that ant poop left behind on plant leaves serves as a valuable fertilizer for the plants. You have often seen ants wandering about on leaves - even in tall trees. In fact, it is the plants themselves that attract … [Read more...]
Researchers Zap Away Chemical Soil Toxins With Lasers
There might be a new and improved way to rid contaminated soil of toxins and pollutants: zap it with lasers. By directly breaking down pollutants, researchers say, high-powered lasers can now be more efficient and cheaper than conventional decontamination techniques. The … [Read more...]
Avocado Consumption Increases Cognitive Health and Eyesight
Consuming one fresh avocado per day may lead to improved cognitive function in healthy older adults due to increased lutein levels in the brain and eye, according to new research published in the journal Nutrients. The research tracked how 40 healthy adults ages 50 and over who … [Read more...]
New Studies Show More Health Benefits of Raspberries
Do you enjoy raspberries? If so, it might be a good idea to add more of them to your diet. Initial research shows that raspberries can help improve blood sugar control, increase satiety, and improve gut health. Several new studies on the potential health benefits of red … [Read more...]
Is Contaminated Dust in Your House Making You Fat?
We have all heard about poor diet and a lack of physical activity as major contributors to the growing rates of obesity in the United States, but researchers have also identified common environmental pollutants that could play a role. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals, or EDCs, … [Read more...]
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