Are there health biomarkers for loneliness?
The health impacts of loneliness and social isolation are increasingly recognized. A new study has revealed specific proteins in the blood may be biomarkers for loneliness.
Five Minutes a Day can Lower Dementia Risk
A study published by researchers from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has shown that 5 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise a day can lower your risk of dementia by 41%.
Coffee Boosts Beneficial Gut Microbes
The health benefits of coffee (even decaf) is linked to higher levels of healthy gut bacteria, according to a large US and UK epidemiologic study of coffee drinkers
Microplastics in Our Brains
Researchers have found that frighteningly high levels of microplastics in human brains. In fact, this study found up to 30 times more microplastics in the brain than the liver and kidney. Furthermore, 10 times more microplastics were found in the brains of people with dementia.
Magic Mushrooms may work better than Antidepressants
Psilocybin (magic mushrooms) may be more effective in people with depression compared to traditional antidepressant medications.
Moderate Coffee Consumption Prevents Cardiometabolic Disease
A new study has found that moderate consumption of caffeine reduces the risk of cardiometabolic diseases
Surgeon’s Daughter Took Her Life Because She Lacked One Simple Vitamin
The lack of one important vitamin in her diet led to the death of a 21 year old woman
Night Time Light Pollution Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
Exposure to light pollution at night is linked to Alzheimer's disease, especially in people below the age of 65.
This Artificial Sweetener Could Kill You
A common sweetner used in many foods and drinks increases the risk of blood clots.
Sugar Accelerates Aging
Sugar accelerates the aging process even if you eat an otherwise healthy diet.
Popular Myths about Intermittent Fasting
Experts debunk four myths about intermittent fasting
Whole Grains Can Protect You Against Cognitive Decline
Are whole grains good for you? This recent study shows that whole grains may help protect you against cognitive decline.
Two Simple Vitamins May Reduce Your Risk of Parkinson’s Disease
A study from Japan has shown that two humble vitamins may link gut health to the risk of getting Parkinson’s disease
Your Gut Bacteria Controls How You Handle Stress
A new study has shown that people who are more resilient to stress have different strains of gut bacteria
Planetary Health Diet Cuts Risk of Premature Death
The Planetary Heath Diet reduces the risks of death from a variety of conditions including cardiovascular, cancer, respiratory, and neurodegenerative diseases and is good for the environment.
Common Sweetener Increases Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
A commonly used sugar substitute found in many foods doubles the risk of heart attacks and stroke.
Fish Oil Increases Risk of Stroke & Heart Disease
Fish oil has been touted as the supplement for heart health but surprisingly, there is little data to support this claim. Most studies in the past decade have not shown much benefit from fish oil supplements. A recent study showed that fish oil supplements may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation and stroke in healthy people.
Ultra-processed Foods Increase Risk of Stroke & Cognitive Problems
Ultra-processed foods increase your risk of cognitive decline and stroke. Read about the new study that further proves that these foods are BAD for your brain.
Olive Oil Cuts Dementia Risk
A large, long-term study proves that olive oil protects against dementia
Vitamin D Fights Cancer by Promoting Gut Health
An exciting new study shows that vitamin D improves the immune system’s cancer-fighting powers through an unexpected mechanism.