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The Epigenetics of Honeybee Memory Offers a Glimpse Into Our Own Minds

The fascinating memory of a honeybee could give us hints about our own long-term memory formation, scientists suggest. According to…

9 years ago

How Understanding an Individual’s Epigenetics Can Help Measure and Treat Addiction

For a long time humans have wondered if chemicals causing drug and alcohol addiction could be active in the genes…

9 years ago

Being Overweight Adds Distinct Epigenetic Marks to DNA

Extra weight that you may have put on during the holidays could not only appear around your belly, but also…

9 years ago

Dogs Exposed to BPA Give Us Epigenetic Clues About Our Own Wellbeing

Exposure to a widespread environmental chemical could cause changes to chemical tags on DNA, which can impact the expression of…

9 years ago

Epigenetically Reactivating a Compromised Immune System with a Specific Sugar

Could a certain type of sugar undo the failure of an individual’s immune system? New research suggests that immune cells…

9 years ago

Binge Drinking as a Teen May Epigenetically Harm the Health of Future Generations

not only harms your brain and body, but may also epigenetically impact your future children, a new study reports. Excessive…

9 years ago

Eating Sweet, Fatty Foods During Pregnancy is Linked to ADHD in Children

A high-fat, high-sugar diet during pregnancy could be connected to ADHD in children, suggests new research. A mother’s diet may…

10 years ago

Could Exotic Herbs Carry Epigenetic Health Benefits?

A mixture of herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine may be able to reduce inflammation by adding and removing epigenetic…

10 years ago

Smoking Cigarettes Stamps Harmful Epigenetic Fingerprint on DNA

Not only does cigarette smoke severely harm the body, it also leaves behind long-lasting damage on DNA, according to a…

10 years ago

Epigenetic Clock Destines Some to Age Faster Regardless of Lifestyle

Certain people will age quicker and die sooner, even if they keep their body healthy, suggests a largescale analysis by…

10 years ago