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"Stanford Scientists' Groundbreaking Discoveries in Health, Disease, and Aging"
health-and-science2 years ago

"Stanford Scientists' Groundbreaking Discoveries in Health, Disease, and Aging"

Stanford scientists have conducted a study on the human lipidome, which encompasses all the lipids in our bodies, revealing its association with health indicators such as insulin resistance, aging, and response to infections. The study tracked over 100 participants for up to 9 years and identified specific lipids that changed predictably with a person's health, including those associated with insulin resistance and viral infection. The researchers also found that certain lipids fluctuate with aging, and some lipids were consistently associated with better health. The findings have the potential to predict biological aging and guide health interventions.

Fat Molecules Linked to Sleep Problems in Autistic Children
health2 years ago

Fat Molecules Linked to Sleep Problems in Autistic Children

Reduced levels of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids in blood plasma are linked to poor sleep quality and disrupted sleep patterns in children on the autism spectrum, according to a study by the Autism CRC. The study also found that lipidome signatures in autistic children with sleep disorders were similar to signatures associated with an unhealthy diet. The research highlights the importance of screening for and managing sleep problems in children with neurodevelopmental differences to improve their long-term health.