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11/27/2017
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By Zoey Sky
Why “safer than cigarettes” doesn’t mean “safe” — understanding how e-cigarettes work
Less than 10 years ago, a lone company in China advertised the e-cigarette as an unheard-of product that was a safer and tobacco-free alternative to regular cigarettes. In 2010, the U.S. market welcomed vaping. Now, health officials, policymakers, and researchers are working double-time to stay updated with a “rapidly expanding, wildly controversial, and largely unregulated $3 […]
11/25/2017
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By Zoey Sky
Being a pet parent can extend your life, especially if you’re single, according to new study
Aside from being man’s best friend, it looks like dogs can help singles live longer. Based on data from a study, British pet owners allegedly reduce early death rates by as much as 36 percent. The connection between dogs and decreased risk of premature death Researchers from Uppsala University, Sweden, studied health records and dog […]
11/25/2017
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By Zoey Sky
Generational lifestyles: New research shows parents’ lifestyles determine children’s health – even as adults
It looks like our parents influence more than the color of our eyes or other features. According to a study, our parents’ lifestyles can affect our health as adults. While we can’t control if our parents smoke or eat healthily, these factors can significantly affect “our own lifestyles and health, even into adulthood.” Sandy Tubeuf, […]
11/22/2017
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By Zoey Sky
Autoimmune disease and gut health: New study reveals how your microbiome regulates inflammation
When you first hear the word “bacteria,” your reaction might be one of disgust. The word brings to mind sickness and gross images of bacteria, but we can also benefit from bacteria — in the gut microbiome, says Dr. Pere Santamaria. A microbiome is a collection of microbes or microorganisms living in an environment and […]
11/20/2017
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By Zoey Sky
Improve circulation and productivity with a cold shower: Study finds it provides an energy boost similar to coffee, resulting in fewer days off work
While other people prefer to start their day with a relaxing hot shower, some opt for the more extreme cold shower. A study even says that cold showers will make you more likely to go to work. Cold showers allegedly help to toughen people up, and a Dutch study led by the Academic Medical Centre […]
11/20/2017
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By Zoey Sky
What’s your risk-taking IQ? Research suggests how much risk we’re willing to take is pre-wired
Have you ever wondered what drives people to take certain risks, such as going bungee jumping or risking a financial gamble? While a person’s tendency to take risks will often vary, a new study has proven that over time a stable general factor affects general risk preference. Swiss and German researchers have recently finished a […]
11/16/2017
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By Zoey Sky
Antibiotic overuse kills thousands each year: Authorities urge people to just stay home and rest when ill
Whenever we come down with a cough or a sore throat, we often take some antibiotics so we don’t have to skip a day of work. But did you know that antibiotic overuse causes an estimated 5,000 deaths yearly? According to the Daily Mail, National Health Service (NHS) patients are advised to refrain from asking […]
11/14/2017
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By Zoey Sky
Digital media adversely affects children and adolescents twice as much as adults because their brain and eyes are still developing, according to a review of several studies
It looks like as time passes by, parents are becoming more lenient when it comes to monitoring gadget use by their children. However, according to a study, adolescents can experience sleep disruption from electronic screens. Because the brains, sleep patterns, and eyes of children and adolescents are still developing, they are more vulnerable to the sleep-disrupting […]
11/13/2017
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By Zoey Sky
Sugar found to cause plaque in the brain, raising chances of Alzheimer’s
If you’re craving something sweet, grab an apple instead of a bar of chocolate. A group of scientists has recently discovered a link between high glucose levels in the brain and symptoms of memory loss, which could lead to Alzheimer’s. The brain breaks down glucose, or sugar in its most basic form, and it is […]
11/11/2017
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By Zoey Sky
Human cells and microorganisms found to be biochemically similar, according to astonishing study
Archaea are single-celled microorganisms that exist in areas with extreme conditions, such as volcanic vents in the ocean floor. A recent study has proven that these “hardy microbes” and human cells have similar biochemical compositions. Tom Santangelo, a Colorado State University (CSU) researcher and associate professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, thinks […]
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