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Broccoli contains the enzyme myrosinase […] Through what’s known as ‘myrosinase activity’, the glucosinolates get transformed into sulforaphane, which is what we want. […] Unfortunately, studies have shown that common broccoli cooking methods, like boiling and microwaving, seriously reduce the amount of glucosinolates in the vegetable – even if you just zap it for a couple minutes. And myrosinase is super-sensitive to heat, too. Hence, by far the largest amount of sulforaphane you can get from broccoli is by munching on raw florets.
Microgravity is known to alter the muscles, bones, the immune system and cognition, but little is known about its specific impact on the brain. […] scientists sent tiny clumps of stem-cell derived brain cells called “organoids” to the International Space Station (ISS) the organoids were still healthy when they returned from orbit a month later, but the cells had matured faster compared to identical organoids grown on Earth
Ancient DNA suggests syphilis originated in Americas before ravaging Europe […] The sexually transmitted disease remains a public health menace today, despite the fact that it is easily cured with antibiotics.
Starbucks is the new Venmo for Gen Alpha
“if bitcoin is going to the moon, I want America to be the nation that leads the way.” […] Either Mr. Trump has conducted some novel — and faulty — policy analysis, or he is seeking personal gain.
Deutsche Bank is reportedly creating a layer-2 (L2) blockchain solution on Ethereum using ZKsync technology Previously: Banks Tried to Kill Crypto and Failed. Now They’re Embracing It (Slowly) [NYT, 2021]
Someone Is Sticking Googly Eyes on Public Sculptures in Oregon
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