Shin jie Yong
Bio
MSc (Research) | 13x (10x first-author) academic papers | Independent researcher and science writer | Named Standford's world's top 2% of most-cited scientists | A powerlifter with national records
Stories (5/0)
Understanding the Brain on Omegas 3 and 6
The human brain is about 60% fat. Omega-6 fats comprise <2% of the total brain fatty acids and, hence, are considered as non-functional. Whereas saturated and omega-3 fats make up over 84% of the total brain fatty acids - and they are mandatory for proper brain functions and development.
By Shin jie Yong3 years ago in Longevity
New Clinical Trial Shows Why Vitamin D Matters in Covid-19
In August, a randomized clinical trial first showed that oral calcifediol (also called vitamin D3) reduced the odds of intensive care unit (ICU) admission from 50% (13 out of 26) to 2% (one out of 50) among Covid-19 patients. “Although this was a small trial, the ICU results are so dramatic that they are statistically highly significant,” stated a featured letter in The BMJ.
By Shin jie Yong3 years ago in Longevity
If Coronavirus Thrive in Cold Noses, Then Keeping It Warm May Help
We often see the common cold and flu on the rise during the colder months. These respiratory viruses — coronavirus, rhinovirus, influenza virus, and respiratory syncytial virus — are classed as winter viruses that thrive in colder environments at around 33°C (91.4 °F) or lower.
By Shin jie Yong3 years ago in Longevity
Rethinking Brain Serotonin: What Does it Really Do? It’s Not Mood
Google will tell you serotonin regulates mood (and other functions like appetite, social behaviour, sleep, etc.). The widely prescribed selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) — for depression and anxiety — stop the clearance of serotonin to increase its levels. Do SSRIs work? Yes, modestly.
By Shin jie Yong3 years ago in Longevity
