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Researchers have proposed how exercise exerts anti-depressant effects, spurring motivation
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A familiar culprit thought to be why depression affects motivation
Exercise’s positive effect on depression is well-known, but not how it produces its anti-depressant effects. After reviewing a broad range of studies into how depression and physical activity affect m...
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August 18, 2024 at 12:03 AM
Athletes looking for a competitive edge may find it within their gut microbiome
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Athletes looking for a competitive edge may find it within their gut microbiome
Athletes have different gut microbiomes compared with the general population. Some of these microbes are thought to improve endurance and recovery by optimizing the cell’s powerhouses.
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July 30, 2024 at 2:10 AM
Getting consistent sleep could help stave off type 2 diabetes, new research suggests.
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Study finds irregular sleep patterns may lead to increased risk of type 2 diabetes
Getting consistent sleep could help stave off type 2 diabetes, new research suggests. A study led by investigators at Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham health...
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July 26, 2024 at 6:58 PM
Researchers have found that a simple daily supplement containing lutein and zeaxanthin could help save the eyesight of people with late-stage dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
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Vision loss breakthrough: Scientists find AREDS2 supplements slow macular degeneration
Researchers have found that a simple daily supplement could help save the eyesight of people with late-stage dry age-related macular degeneration.
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July 25, 2024 at 5:09 PM
A compound that occurs naturally in olives has been found to lower blood sugar levels and ramp up weight loss
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Natural olive compound aids weight loss and regulates blood sugar
A compound that occurs naturally in olives has been found to lower blood sugar levels and ramp up weight loss in rapid time, mimicking the effects of drugs such as diabetes medications liraglutide and...
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July 16, 2024 at 3:37 AM
of dementia (although many previous studies have). However, brain MRI scans revealed that their use is associated with accelerated shrinking of some brain regions
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Use of 'benzo' sedatives like Valium, Xanax won't raise dementia risk: Study
Benzodiazepines do not appear to increase dementia risk, but could have subtle long-term effects on brain structure, a new study reports.
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July 13, 2024 at 5:58 AM
Radio frequency technology that shows promise in Alzheimer’s treatment is now being explored for its potential in longevity.
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Can harnessing radio waves boost human longevity?
Radio frequency technology that shows promise in Alzheimer's treatment is now being explored for its potential in longevity.
longevity.technology
July 12, 2024 at 2:31 AM
Researchers have found elevated mercury levels in dolphins across the Southeastern US, Dolphins are considered a “sentinel species,” which means they can provide early warnings of existing or emerging health hazards to humans from the ocean.
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Dolphins along U.S. East Coast contaminated with high levels of mercury -- What does this mean for people?
Researchers have found elevated mercury levels in dolphins across the Southeastern United States, namely along the Florida and Georgia coasts.
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July 11, 2024 at 3:54 AM
What you eat and drink can affect your anxiety. Caffeine agitates your nervous system, sodas and fruit juices are liquid sugar bombs, linked with encouraging anxiety symptoms and mood swings, while sports drinks and energy drinks pack a double-whammy of both sugar and caffeine.
July 10, 2024 at 2:22 AM
A new study highlights the potential health risks posed by increasing levels of micro- and nanoplastics in the human body, linking them to non-communicable diseases such as cancer and diabetes.
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Startling: Humans Are Absorbing Microplastics, and It Is Increasing Our Risk of Cancer, Diabetes, and Heart Disease
Rising levels of micro- and nanoplastics are potentially increasing the risk of serious health conditions like cancer and diabetes, prompting calls for comprehensive global research into their effects...
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July 9, 2024 at 8:04 PM
If you feel you must have a drink in the evening, have it at (early) dinner and give your body a chance to reset before bedtime. Better yet, skip that drink for the next few weeks — there’s nothing wrong with a Dry July – and pay attention to how much better you’re sleeping.
July 9, 2024 at 7:57 PM
Intermittent fasting may supercharge ‘natural killer’ cells to destroy cancer
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Intermittent fasting may supercharge 'natural killer' cells to destroy cancer
Researchers found that periods of fasting "reprogrammed" NK cells, making them better equipped to survive in the dangerous tumor environment.
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July 9, 2024 at 2:38 AM
Researchers have found elevated mercury levels in dolphins across the Southeastern US, Dolphins are considered a “sentinel species,” which means they can provide early warnings of existing or emerging health hazards to humans from the ocean.
studyfinds.org/dolphins-eas...
Dolphins along U.S. East Coast contaminated with high levels of mercury -- What does this mean for people?
Researchers have found elevated mercury levels in dolphins across the Southeastern United States, namely along the Florida and Georgia coasts.
studyfinds.org
July 9, 2024 at 12:53 AM
Scientists debunk 4 concerning myths about intermittent fasting
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Scientists debunk 4 concerning myths about intermittent fasting
A new study is debunking several of these common myths about fasting to lose weight.
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July 8, 2024 at 8:31 PM
Research indicates that poor diets are associated with changes in brain chemistry and structure, potentially affecting mental health. Consuming a Mediterranean diet may help maintain better neurotransmitter balance, promoting mental well-being.
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Food, Depression, and Anxiety: How Dietary Patterns Sculpt Brain Chemistry and Mood
Research indicates that poor diets are associated with changes in brain chemistry and structure, potentially affecting mental health. Consuming a Mediterranean diet may help maintain better neurotrans...
scitechdaily.com
July 8, 2024 at 6:13 AM