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floofloof@lemmy.ca to Science@lemmy.mlEnglish · 2 years ago

Wasabi, beloved on sushi, linked to "really substantial" boost in memory, Japanese study finds

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Wasabi, beloved on sushi, linked to "really substantial" boost in memory, Japanese study finds

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floofloof@lemmy.ca to Science@lemmy.mlEnglish · 2 years ago
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A researcher behind a study of wasabi's effect on cognition says he knew the fiery condiment had health benefits, but "the dramatic change" in memory was a surprise.
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    Not necessarily disagreeing with you but almost all studies are funded by private companies.

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      Usually by someone with a financial interest in seeing that the study yelds a result that is beneficial for them.

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        Of course

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      And that’s why you should wait for independent confirmation before trusting studies with conflict of interest.

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      Surely this depends on the field? In life sciences it is quite uncommon. Food science, sure…

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