Health

Story at-a-glance: Out of 49 whole foods, cheese was “by far” the most protective food when it comes to avoiding age-related cognitive problems Those who ate cheese daily had better fluid intelligence scores over time The researchers concluded that modifying your daily meal plans may minimize cognitive decline while adding…
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The widespread use of cashless payments including credit cards, debit cards, and mobile apps has made transactions more convenient for consumers. However, results from previous research have shown that such cashless payments can increase consumers’ spending on unhealthy food. “Why Do Cashless Payments Increase Unhealthy Consumption? The…
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, responsible for around 1 in 4 deaths each year. But fear not – you can greatly reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease through diet and lifestyle modifications such as getting regular exercise and eating heart-healthy foods. All five of the following superfoods are…
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“At the atomic level, we are in a sense eternal” – Bill Bryson. When is the last time you felt awe? That time-stopping, heart-tugging, WOW-inducing sense of wonder that has been described by psychologist Dacher Keltner as the feeling of “being in the presence of something vast that transcends your understanding of the world.” Often, we…
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Tribulus terrestris is a flowering plant that has long been a part of herbal medicine due to its reputation as a wellness booster. A lot of attention has centered around the benefits of Tribulus terrestris for male sexual health; but not many know that Tribulus terrestris offers a lot to women as well. Studies show that Tribulus may…
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In “Chemical Farming and the Loss of Human Health,” Dr. Zach Bush exposes the truth about our toxic food system and its impact on human health. For thousands of years, civilizations have been controlled through their food chain – our world today is no exception. And with a global population of 7.8 billion, controlling the global food…
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Common fungi, often present in the gut, teach the immune system how to respond to their more dangerous relatives, according to new research from scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine. Breakdowns in this process can leave people susceptible to deadly fungal infections. The study, published in February 2021 in the prestigious…
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Story at-a-glance: The nutrient value in onions is likely the reason this savory vegetable is packed with health benefits; it is loaded with calcium, potassium, vitamin C and magnesium. Onions are one of the richest sources of flavonoids, a group of polyphenols that play an important role in reducing the risk of diabetes, cancer…
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Okinawa, an island southwest of Japan's main landmass, is known as a Blue Zone – a longevity hot spot, a place where people live healthier and longer. And more broadly, the nation of Japan was found to have the longest average life expectancy (just over 84 years) of anywhere in the world, according to a July 2020 study. More recently,…
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