Microplastics and the much smaller nanoplastics enter the human body in various ways, for example through food or the air we breathe. A large proportion is excreted, but a certain amount remains in ...

Switzerland is sweltering under the summer heat—but how much water does your body really need right now? With a simple formula, you can calculate your daily fluid intake in just a few seconds.

It can lead to temporary weight gain, discomfort and bloating. While it is often harmless, persistent water retention can be an indicator of underlying health issues. In this column, we will explore ...

We previously revealed the relationships of human tissue microRNAs (miRNAs) with those from various body fluids including plasma, bile, urine, serum, and feces, which provided valuable clues for ...

Microplastics and much smaller nanoplastics enter the human body in various ways, for example through food or the air we breathe. A large proportion is excreted, but a certain amount remains in organs ...

Identifying different types of body fluids can help forensic experts reconstruct a crime scene, but it's difficult to do so. In a study published in Electrophoresis, researchers developed a method ...

Ebola spreads through direct contact with the body fluids of a symptomatic person or with contaminated clothing or other materials. Ebola virus is in saliva and other body fluids but has not been ...