Science reveals sound significantly impacts our food experience, influencing taste perception and enjoyment. Researchers found high-pitched sounds enhance sweetness, while low tones amplify bitterness. Tempo affects eating speed, and volume can alter food choices. This crossmodal connection, where the brain links sound with flavour, is already shaping restaurant experiences.

A new plant-based scalp serum from Taipei shows promising early results for hair regrowth. Researchers found that volunteers using the formula for eight weeks saw improvements in hair density and thickness. This topical treatment offers a faster alternative to existing options. While more extensive trials are needed, this development is exciting for millions experiencing hair loss.

New research suggests air pollution, including traffic emissions and dust, significantly increases migraine frequency. Both immediate and long-term exposure to pollutants like PM10, PM2.5, and nitrogen dioxide are linked to more severe migraine activity. Climate factors such as heat and humidity can worsen these effects, prompting calls for integrated environmental risk factor guidance for migraine sufferers.