We’ve often heard that certain foods might have the power to reduce our risk of disease. There’s Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG),…
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Imagine if increasing a certain type of epigenetic enzyme could ease anxiety or cure post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) by simply…
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The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is one of the most common human viruses found all over the world. It spreads via…
If you’ve ever had a cold sore - you know those pesky, unsightly blisters that pop up on your lip…
The chemotherapy drug cisplatin has been successful in combating aggressive cancers, including neck and head, lung, and ovarian cancers, for…
In a new study, researchers have found that epigenetic effects can result from taking a popular antidepressant drug, which may…