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Less Exercise Could Mean More Depression

Less Exercise Could Mean More Depression

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Researchers at University College London found people with low aerobic and muscular fitness are almost twice as likely to experience depression.

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Less Exercise Could Mean More Depression

Researchers at University College London found people with low aerobic and muscular fitness are almost twice as likely to experience depression.

Childhood IQ Linked to Pregnant Mom’s Vitamin D Levels

Childhood IQ Linked to Pregnant Mom’s Vitamin...

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Scientists from the Seattle Children’s Research Institute found higher levels of a mom’s vitamin D level during pregnancy correlated to greater childhood IQ scores.

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Childhood IQ Linked to Pregnant Mom’s Vitamin...

Scientists from the Seattle Children’s Research Institute found higher levels of a mom’s vitamin D level during pregnancy correlated to greater childhood IQ scores.

The Impact of Exercise on the Brain

The Impact of Exercise on the Brain

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Researchers from the University of Geneva in Switzerland have found a correlation between exercise and brain function they believe could be helpful in developing programs to reduce the effects of...

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The Impact of Exercise on the Brain

Researchers from the University of Geneva in Switzerland have found a correlation between exercise and brain function they believe could be helpful in developing programs to reduce the effects of...

Lack of Sleep Leads to Lack of Thought Control

Lack of Sleep Leads to Lack of Thought Control

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Researchers have discovered lack of sleep significantly affects your ability to stop unpleasant and unwanted thoughts from entering your mind.

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Lack of Sleep Leads to Lack of Thought Control

Researchers have discovered lack of sleep significantly affects your ability to stop unpleasant and unwanted thoughts from entering your mind.

Veggies That Can Keep Your Arteries Clear

Veggies That Can Keep Your Arteries Clear

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Australian scientists found older women who ate more cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, kale, cauliflower or Brussels sprouts were much less likely to have extensive calcium build-up on their aorta,...

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Veggies That Can Keep Your Arteries Clear

Australian scientists found older women who ate more cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, kale, cauliflower or Brussels sprouts were much less likely to have extensive calcium build-up on their aorta,...

Lack of Vitamin D Could Stunt Growth and Increase Obesity

Lack of Vitamin D Could Stunt Growth and Increa...

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Scientists from North Carolina State University found that zebrafish deprived of vitamin D during a critical growth phase were half the size of the others studied and also had significantly...

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Lack of Vitamin D Could Stunt Growth and Increa...

Scientists from North Carolina State University found that zebrafish deprived of vitamin D during a critical growth phase were half the size of the others studied and also had significantly...

Yoga and Meditation Shown to Reduce Chronic Pain

Yoga and Meditation Shown to Reduce Chronic Pain

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A total of 89 percent of respondents in an eight-week study said yoga and meditation helped them find better ways to cope with their chronic pain.

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Yoga and Meditation Shown to Reduce Chronic Pain

A total of 89 percent of respondents in an eight-week study said yoga and meditation helped them find better ways to cope with their chronic pain.

A Weighty Solution to the Issue of Insomnia

A Weighty Solution to the Issue of Insomnia

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Researchers in Sweden found study participants reported significantly reduced insomnia severity, better sleep maintenance, a higher daytime activity level, and reduced symptoms of fatigue, depression and anxiety when sleeping with...

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A Weighty Solution to the Issue of Insomnia

Researchers in Sweden found study participants reported significantly reduced insomnia severity, better sleep maintenance, a higher daytime activity level, and reduced symptoms of fatigue, depression and anxiety when sleeping with...

Vitamin C Linked to Muscle Retention over Age 50

Vitamin C Linked to Muscle Retention over Age 50

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Researchers from the University of East Anglia in England discovered the seniors they studied who had the highest levels of vitamin C circulating in their bloodstream also had the highest...

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Vitamin C Linked to Muscle Retention over Age 50

Researchers from the University of East Anglia in England discovered the seniors they studied who had the highest levels of vitamin C circulating in their bloodstream also had the highest...

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Linked to Antibiotics Use

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Linked to Antibiotic...

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Researchers in Sweden and the U.S. have found the use of antibiotics, especially those with broad spectrum microbial coverage, is associated with an increased risk for new-onset inflammatory bowel disease...

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease Linked to Antibiotic...

Researchers in Sweden and the U.S. have found the use of antibiotics, especially those with broad spectrum microbial coverage, is associated with an increased risk for new-onset inflammatory bowel disease...

Nomophomia Means Poor Sleep for Most College Students

Nomophomia Means Poor Sleep for Most College St...

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Research shows many students lose sleep because of a condition called nomophomia, which is the fear of being detached from mobile phone connectivity.

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Nomophomia Means Poor Sleep for Most College St...

Research shows many students lose sleep because of a condition called nomophomia, which is the fear of being detached from mobile phone connectivity.

Olive Oil Consumption Lowers Blood Pressure

Olive Oil Consumption Lowers Blood Pressure

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Researchers in Australia have found consuming extra virgin olive oil on a daily basis can lower blood pressure, thereby reducing a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

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Olive Oil Consumption Lowers Blood Pressure

Researchers in Australia have found consuming extra virgin olive oil on a daily basis can lower blood pressure, thereby reducing a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

Key Nutrients Reduce Symptoms and Duration of Illness

Key Nutrients Reduce Symptoms and Duration of I...

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Researchers at Oregon State University found older adults who took a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement with high amounts of zinc and vitamin C had less severe symptoms and shorter...

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Key Nutrients Reduce Symptoms and Duration of I...

Researchers at Oregon State University found older adults who took a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement with high amounts of zinc and vitamin C had less severe symptoms and shorter...

Distracted Eating Could Lead to Overeating

Distracted Eating Could Lead to Overeating

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Researcher shows people who engage in perceptually demanding activities may miss fullness cues and consumed more food than those who eat while performing tasks that required less attention.

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Distracted Eating Could Lead to Overeating

Researcher shows people who engage in perceptually demanding activities may miss fullness cues and consumed more food than those who eat while performing tasks that required less attention.

Fish Oil May Protect the Brain from Air Pollution

Fish Oil May Protect the Brain from Air Pollution

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Researchers at Columbia University have now found omega-3 fatty acids could protect the brain from the damaging effects of air pollution.

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Fish Oil May Protect the Brain from Air Pollution

Researchers at Columbia University have now found omega-3 fatty acids could protect the brain from the damaging effects of air pollution.

Meditation Linked to Better Heart Health

Meditation Linked to Better Heart Health

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Researchers found a much lower prevalence of coronary artery disease among people who regularly meditate.

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Meditation Linked to Better Heart Health

Researchers found a much lower prevalence of coronary artery disease among people who regularly meditate.

Intermittent Fasting Effective for Weight Loss

Intermittent Fasting Effective for Weight Loss

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Researchers found time-restricted eating, also known as intermittent fasting, was effective for losing weight as well as improving insulin resistance and oxidative stress levels.

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Intermittent Fasting Effective for Weight Loss

Researchers found time-restricted eating, also known as intermittent fasting, was effective for losing weight as well as improving insulin resistance and oxidative stress levels.

Hydration's Importance when Hiking in the Heat

Hydration's Importance when Hiking in the Heat

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A new study from Arizona State University highlights the critical importance of hikers staying hydrated in the heat of the summer.

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Hydration's Importance when Hiking in the Heat

A new study from Arizona State University highlights the critical importance of hikers staying hydrated in the heat of the summer.