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Not all trans fats are bad, major review finds

A large analysis of 22 studies found that the trans fats naturally present in dairy foods such as milk, butter, yogurt, and cheese do not appear to raise the risk of heart disease or type 2 diabetes. Unlike industrial trans fats from partially hydrogenated oils, dairy trans fats showed no meaningful harmful effects on blood fats in controlled trials and were not linked to higher rates of heart…

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UNESCO, FG Seek Ethical Framework for Neurotechnology in Nigeria

Michael Olugbode in Abuja The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), the federal government and the scientific community have called for the development of an…

  • UNESCO, FG, and scientists urge ethical neurotechnology guidelines in Nigeria.
  • Neurotechnology offers benefits in healthcare, rehabilitation, education, inclusion.
  • Ethical frameworks must evolve with technology to avoid exacerbating inequalities.

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