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07/04/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Another survival plant to know: The colorful hibiscus helps wounds heal faster
If you are out in the wild and get wounded, look for Hibiscus micranthus. New research has established this hibiscus’ ability to hasten the healing of wounds. The findings of the study, published in the journal BMC Complementary Alternative Medicine, suggested that the antibacterial properties and the phytochemicals of the plant are responsible for this effect. […]
07/01/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Unprecedented science study proves that air pollution can negatively affect babies while in the womb
Exposure to high levels of air pollution during the third trimester of pregnancy can increase the baby’s risk of high blood pressure, according to a study published in the journal Hypertension. The study, which was carried out by a team of researchers at Johns Hopkins University in the U.S., is one of the first studies to […]
06/28/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
“Exergaming” improves cognitive function of older patients
Playing video games isn’t bad at all, especially when it requires physical activity. “Exergaming,” a term used to describe playing interactive video games, can help improve the cognitive function of older adults, according to a study published in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience. The study was made after Cay Anderson-Hanley, who was the lead […]
06/11/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Memory strengthening TMR technique found to be more successful when accompanied with undisturbed sleep to promote memory consolidation
Targeted memory reactivation (TMR), a procedure which presents learning-related cues during sleep, can better strengthen memory when it is accompanied with undisturbed sleep to encourage memory consolidation, according to a study in the journal Sleep Spindles & Cortical Up States. Previous studies have shown that an undisturbed short plastic period after cueing is needed for […]
06/10/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Not just for coffee: Cinnamon found to have potent anti-cancer effects in latest research
A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine has established that Cinnamomum cassia, or more commonly known as Chinese cinnamon, has been found to have anti-cancer effects. The study was a collaborative effort from researchers at the National Institute of Forest Science, Andong National University, and Kyonggi University in South Korea. In particular, they took an extract from the twigs […]
06/07/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Latest research shows astaxanthin to be a powerful anti-aging agent
Astaxanthin was found to be a potent anti-aging agent, according to a mouse study published in the Endocrine Journal. The study was carried out by a team of researchers from Zhejiang University of Technology in China and Asahikawa Medicine University in Japan who looked at the preventive effects of astaxanthin on aging with the use of an […]
06/04/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Don’t know how to cook your broccoli? Science proves that stir-frying is the best way to preserve glucosinolates
Broccoli can be served in a number of ways, but a study suggests that the best way to cook it is to stir-fry it. The study, published in the journal Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, found that stir-frying is the best way to preserve the disease-fighting compounds called glucosinolates, which are found in cruciferous vegetables […]
06/02/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
The use of lighting for health and wellness is a growing trend
A workshop to explore, define, and promote the adoption of lighting systems, particularly for healthcare environments, was carried out and sponsored by the Center for Lighting Enabled Systems & Applications (LESA) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and the Illumination Engineering Society (IES). The workshop was attended by lighting and human health researchers, healthy-lighting design experts, senior […]
05/31/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Smartphone app developed to detect heart disease
Detecting heart disease is now easier – thanks to a team of researchers at the University of Southern California who have developed a smartphone app that can measure a key risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and arterial stiffness. When the arteries are stiff, they become less elastic and more rigid. In turn, this causes increases in blood […]
05/26/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Teens may be convinced to stop using their cell phones while driving if there are financial incentives: Study
Teens may be convinced to stop using their cell phones while driving if there are financial incentives, according to a study published in the journal Traffic Injury Prevention. The study suggested that financial incentives may be in a form of auto-insurance apps that monitor their driving behavior. A team of researchers at the Perelman School […]
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