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Study: Japan Demonstrates Nice Teeth Can Be Achieved with Limited Fluoride

A study by Professor Emeritus Y. Yamashita et al titled “A 40-year decline in permanent-tooth caries among 12-year-olds in Japan in the absence of systemic fluoride-based prevention: public health implications” published unedited on 18 May 2026 demonstrates that nice teeth can be achieved with limited fluoride. The paper is about 22 pages, with the main text at about 15 pages. The remaining are acknowledgements, references and figures. The data was obtained from the Ministry

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Study: Matcha with Strawberries Is Good for You

A Saudi study by N.A.M. Aleid et al titled “Synergistic enhancement of matcha tea with strawberry (Qassim region) aqueous extracts: influence of extraction temperature on phytochemicals, vitamin C, and bioactivities” published on 11 May 2026 demonsrates that the mix can improve its health benefits. The paper is 18 pages, with the main text at about 15 pages. The remaining are references. Both matcha and strawberries are known for their health benefits, such as being a source

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Study: Plastics in Everybody

An Australian study by A.J. Harray et al titled “Low-plastic diet and urinary levels of plastic-associated phthalates and bisphenols: the randomized controlled PERTH Trial” published on 21 April 2026 has detected plastic-associated chemicals (PACs) in its entire study group of over two hundred adults. The article is 27 pages in total, with the main text at about 11 pages. The remaining are references, tables and figures. The study period was from 10 November 2022 to 15 Septem

May 202 min read

Study: Korean Fermented Foods Associated with Reduced Inflammation

A study by W. Na and C. Sohn titled “The Association Between Fermented Food Intake and Hs-CRP Across Age Groups in Korean Adults: Effect Modification by Sodium Intake” published on 16 April 2026 finds that Korean fermented foods are associated with reduced inflammation but not necessarily for older people. The paper is 13 pages long with the main text at about 10 pages, the remaining is references. High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) serves as a widely adopted marker

May 163 min read

Study: Dietary Fiber Intake Improves Skin

A Japanese study by M.P. Kapoor, A. Abe et al titled “ Dietary intervention of prebiotic partially hydrolyzed guar gum improves skin viscoelasticity, stratum corneum hydration, and ‍reduction of trans-epidermal water loss ” published in January 2025 has found that prebiotic dietary fiber intake improves the skin. The paper is about 20 pages, including acknowledgements and references. The motivation for the study is to support the hypothesis and previous studies that prebiotic

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Study: Older Women Tea Drinkers Have Better Hip Bone Mineral Density

A study by R.Y. Liu and E. Liu titled “Longitudinal Association of Coffee and Tea Consumption with Bone Mineral Density in Older Women: A 10-Year Repeated-Measures Analysis in the Study of Osteoporotic Fractures” published on 23 November 2025 has found that older women tea drinkers had higher total hip bone mineral density (BMD). The paper is 16 pages with the main text at about 12 pages. The remaining are tables, figures and references. The study sample included 9,704 women

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Study: Natto Can Lower Blood Lipids and Heart Disease

A Chinese paper by C. Wei et al titled “ Research Progress of Nattokinase in Reducing Blood Lipid ” posted on 24 May 2025 reviews research regarding the positive effects natto has on issues associated with cardiovascular disease. By the way, natto can degrade spike proteins as well. The paper is about 18 pages, with the main text at about 15 pages. The remaining are references. Unlike many papers, the authors actually try to explain some background regarding natto includi

Dec 5, 20253 min read

Campbell’s to Release New “Non-Racist Co-Exist Mystery Soup”

Camden, NJ – In the wake of the explosive recording of Campbell’s Company executive Martin Bally making derogatory comments about fake meat and minorities, the company has decided to release a new canned soup. Campbell’s has fired Bally but understands that the “public deserves better from our iconic brand”. The company is scheduled to release “Non-Racist Co-Exist Mystery Soup” which, according to the barely legible label, contains 65% cultured pork with the other 55% being c

Dec 2, 20251 min read

New White House East Wing to Have Giant McDonald’s

Washington DC – Since the White House East Wing was bulldozed last week, there have been many criticisms of President Trump’s decision. The president today further elaborated on the decision regarding his plans for a new $300-million ballroom. “It’s not just a ballroom,” said President Trump, “it’s a hardened compound that also features a giant, multi-level McDonald’s, cos I want to be able to eat there, safe from assassination attempts. “Besides, I don’t know what people are

Oct 27, 20251 min read