Short Wave Cutting A Teaspoon Of Salt Is Comparable To Taking Blood Pressure Medication
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Nov 17, 2023 Discover how cutting just one teaspoon of salt a day can lower blood pressure as effectively as medication. Dive into the latest breakthrough concerning the oldest confirmed black hole, shedding light on cosmic mysteries. Learn about the alarming effects of climate change and pollution on sea turtle sex ratios, where rising temperatures lead to more females. Explore the intricate links between sodium intake and cardiovascular health, and get tips on mindful eating to manage salt consumption.
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Oldest Black Hole Confirmed
- Scientists confirmed the oldest known supermassive black hole, dating back 470 million years after the universe's creation.
- This discovery provides insights into the early universe and black hole formation.
Supermassive Black Hole Formation
- Supermassive black holes, found in most galaxies, influence galaxy formation.
- They are too massive to form solely from dying stars.
Temperature and Turtle Sex
- Rising temperatures cause sea turtle eggs to develop as females due to temperature-dependent sex determination.
- This effect, where different genes are activated, is pronounced in warmer regions like the Great Barrier Reef.