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·March 12, 2026·9 min read

Can High-Dose Vitamin D Prevent Long-COVID Cognitive Decline?

A massive new trial finds that Vitamin D may be the secret weapon against Long COVID’s "brain fog," even if it doesn't stop the initial infection.

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·February 12, 2026·7 min read

Memory of Food: Brain Circuits Control Appetite Through Context

Forget the "willpower" myth, new research suggests that your past experiences are the real secret to appetite control. By identifying a hidden circuit that links memory to hunger, scientists have discovered how the brain uses your environment to decide when it's time to eat, and how a "glitch" in this system leads to overeating.

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·May 3, 2025·5 min read

Facial Movements and Pupils Reveal Tinnitus Severity

Researchers have identified new biomarkers for tinnitus by tracking pupil dilation and subtle facial movements linked to distress levels. Using AI-powered video analysis, they found that severe tinnitus sufferers showed constant pupil dilation and reduced facial responses to sounds, indicating heightened vigilance and chronic distress.