All articles tagged with #sex specific effects
New research indicates that microplastics can directly damage blood vessels and accelerate artery-clogging plaque formation in male mice, potentially impacting human heart health, with effects differing between sexes and not linked to cholesterol or weight changes.
A study reveals that even low doses of Bisphenol A, a chemical found in food packaging, cause sex-specific changes in gene expression, metabolism, and immune function in rats, with females showing masculinization and males feminization, highlighting the need for stricter regulation of the chemical.
A study found that combining oxytocin with an Alk5 inhibitor significantly extended lifespan and improved health in aged male mice by reducing biological noise and promoting tissue rejuvenation, with sex-specific differences observed as females did not experience the same benefits. The treatment shows promise for human anti-aging therapies, given the existing approval and clinical trials of the components.