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science1 month ago•85 min saved

Proteins from a 1531 medical text hint at Renaissance hair cures and odd remedies

A proteomics analysis of Bartholomäus Vogtherr’s 1531 medical manuals recovered 111 proteins from the pages, including traces that could match plants (beech, watercress, rosemary) and animals (lizard, tortoise shell, hippopotamus). Notably, protein near hair-growth recipes suggests readers experimented with lizard heads for hair loss and hippo-derived ingredients for dental/mouth issues, illustrating how Renaissance readers tested unconventional cures and shedding light on early modern household science, per a study in the American Historical Review.

via Live Science|

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health2 years ago•2 min saved

Pantry Staples: Powerful Weapons Against Superbugs and Wound Care

Researchers have discovered that a combination of honey and vinegar, inspired by ancient recipes, is a potent antibacterial agent that helps wounds heal quickly without infection. The study found that the combination of honey and acetic acid (the main component of vinegar) was particularly effective in killing bacteria. Different types of vinegar, such as pomegranate vinegar, showed varying levels of medicinal strength. Honey has previously been found to have robust antibiotic properties against drug-resistant germs, and it has also been identified as an effective alternative to prescription drugs for treating mild respiratory illness. The use of traditional remedies in modern healthcare could enhance current care at a lower cost.

via New York Post |

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