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Medical Oddities: Your physiology may know when you're alone

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  • Teraya Smith

  • September 24, 2026

  • 5 min

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    A study from Hebrew University found that partner presence reduced glycemic response by 14.6% and thermoregulatory responses to cold by 6.8% in adults.

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    Olfactory reference syndrome (ORS) causes patients to believe they emit offensive odors, leading to anxiety and impaired functioning, as shown in a case report.

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    Fluorescence-aided caries excavation (FACE) helps dentists identify infected dentin, preserving more healthy tissue compared to conventional methods.

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    Research on black tea polysaccharide BTPS3 indicates it may enhance gut health by increasing short-chain fatty acid production during fermentation.

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    The findings across various studies highlight the complex interactions between physiology, psychology, and microbiology in health.

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