Grapes may cut risk of heart problems in men
Eating grapes may improve blood flow, reduce inflammation and decrease blood pressure in men with metabolic syndrome, a new research has claimed.
Researchers from the University of Connecticut found that consuming grapes can lead to a reduction in key risk factors for heart disease in men with metabolic syndrome: reduced blood pressure, improved blood flow and reduced inflammation. Natural components found in grapes, known as polyphenols, are thought to be responsible for these beneficial effects. Metab-olic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that occur together — increased blood pressure, a high blood sugar level, excess body fat or low HDL (the good cholesterol) — increasing the risk for heart disease and stroke.
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Super antibody shot to cure flu ‘discovered’
Washington: In a breakthrough, scientists claim to have discovered a “super antibody” against flu, offering hope of a universal jab to treat the infection.
Scientists at the Scripps Research Institute and Crucell Vaccine Institute in the Netherlands identified three human antibodies which protect against the influenza B strain and one, called CR9114, which also protects against the more common and serious influenza A virus. The jab could be used in severe infections or to protect hospital staff during an outbreak.
“To develop a truly universal flu vaccine or therapy, one needs to be able to provide protection against influenza A and influenza B viruses, and with this report we now have broadly neutralizing antibodies against both,” Structural biologist Professor Ian Wilson, said. — PTI
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