MNB's wellness correspondent digs into the evidence for adaptogens. Do they live up to the hype or is it wishful thinking?

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The 2020s are shaping up to be the decade of cosmeceuticals. No longer is skin care a niche hobby: clinical grade preparations are taking over luxury brands and high street cosmetics alike. Retinoic Acid, or vitamin A, is an especially confusing example of this takeover. With so many different forms, different doses and talk of […]

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Sci-fi sounding brain implants like Elon’s much touted Neuralink are often in the news, but did you know brain implants are already here and helping people to control neurological symptoms? Read on to find out how. What is Deep Brain Stimulation? Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is an effective treatment for neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s […]

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The demand for online pharmacies (e-pharmacies) and product access has grown significantly between 2014 to 2023 worldwide, with a reported 98 billion dollars in sales.1, 2  Online pharmacies have existed for years, but the expansion of access has grown substantially since the COVID-19 pandemic. Alongside the growth of access comes an increase in the risks […]

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Scientists continue to uncover the mysteries behind various diseases and conditions. Surmounting evidence shows a need for new drugs and therapeutic developments to combat these ailments with minimal risks. But, have you ever wondered how new drug approvals go from discovery to the pharmacy? There are rigorous processes to ensure that new drug approvals don’t […]

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Aromatherapy for sleep and relaxation has been used for centuries. Despite this, we are still overly stressed and sleep-deprived. Our sleep duration needs can vary throughout our lives. An infant’s needs range from 10-16 hours.1 Children and young adults come in a close second with a need for 8-12 hours, and adults typically need seven […]

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Have you ever wondered what affects the rate at which your hair grows? Find out the fascinating details about how your hair grows and what you can do to improve its health and length. How much does hair grow in a month? How Fast Does Hair Grow? The average rate of hair growth is about […]

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Molnupiravir, a broad-spectrum antiviral, has been approved in the U.K. for the treatment of COVID-19.  How does molnupiravir work, how was it developed, and what are the potential side effects?   What is molnupiravir?  Since the onset of the global pandemic, a lot of research has been done in the field of finding new treatments and prevention […]

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