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"Exploring the Connection Between Soya Chuck Intake and Gynaecomastia"

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"Exploring the Connection Between Soya Chuck Intake and Gynaecomastia" Soya chunks are a favorite food for many bodybuilders and athletes due to their high protein content, which ranges from 50 to 52 grams per 100 grams. However, there is controversy surrounding their consumption, as some believe that eating soya can lead to gynecomastia, which is the abnormal enlargement of breast tissue in males. While this claim is debated, it's essential to examine the evidence and understand the potential effects of soya on hormonal balance.                                  Picture of gynaecomastia Soya chucks and all soy products contain a component called  isoflavones, which are phytoestrogens (plant-based estrogens) . Both males and females have estrogen receptors in their bodies, and isoflavones can mimic estrogen and can bind to these receptors, although their binding is weak compared to actual estrogen. As for whether soy consumption can cause gynecomastia, the consensus is tha

"Stem Cell Therapy: An Emerging Boon in the Cure for HIV"

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"Stem Cell Therapy: An Emerging Boon in the Cure for HIV" History: HIV/AIDS the ongoing 40 year debate all over the world is an non-curable disease that interfered the life of infected population. First case of this virus in a human was reported in 1981 more prevalent among the homosexual men. According to WHO nearly 39 million people are living with HIV. Emerge of antiretroviral therapy(ART) have created an revolution in the treatment of HIV/AIDS but unfortunately fails to cure it. There emerges ample amount of drugs for antiretroviral therapy. But these are expensive for treatment.  Mechanism of infection of HIV  Before going into the topic of discussion let's us know how HIV enters human body and Infects the cells  HIV Entry Mechanism : HIV binds to CD4 receptors and requires the c-c chemokine receptors-type5 (CCR5) co-receptor to enter T helper cells. CCR5-Δ32 Mutation : This mutation leads to a lack of functional CCR5 receptors, hindering HIV's ability to infec