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Christa Lesté-Lasserre

Independent science journalist

Christa Lesté-Lasserre is a science journalist specialising in animal health and behaviour, life sciences, and evolutionary processes. Her articles and stories have appeared in major science magazines and literary reviews in multiple languages across the globe.

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Details last updated 24-Nov-2023

Articles written by Christa Lesté-Lasserre

Popular sugar substitute xylitol increases risk of heart disease, stroke

Popular sugar substitute xylitol increases risk of heart disease, stroke

New Scientist - 06-Jun-2024

Xylitol consumption warrants caution due to potential blood clotting concerns

Scientists revive frozen human brain tissue without any damage

Scientists revive frozen human brain tissue without any damage

New Scientist - 15-May-2024

Novel technique raises hope for studying brain complexities

Clinical trials show the power of support in the fight against diabetes

Clinical trials show the power of support in the fight against diabetes

New Scientist - 23-Jan-2024

Surprising impact of encouragement and guidance on remission rates revealed

A fatty acid in beef and milk could be used to treat cancer

A fatty acid in beef and milk could be used to treat cancer

New Scientist - 22-Nov-2023

The acid eliminates tumours by activating immune cells to combat cancerous cells

Is a daily aspirin regimen necessary for everyone? Not really, study finds

Is a daily aspirin regimen necessary for everyone? Not really, study finds

New Scientist - 26-Jul-2023

Aspirin found to increase the risk of brain bleeds in older healthy individuals

Taking aspirin daily may increase the risk of dangerous falls for older people

Taking aspirin daily may increase the risk of dangerous falls for older people

New Scientist - 07-Nov-2022

Caution advised in prescribing to elderly without heart risks