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Study Says Just Thinking Your Meal Was Bigger than Reality Can Reduce Snack Cravings
It turns out that our minds or how we think about our meals can influence our snacking habits. For those struggling to reduce their snacking habits, researchers from the University of…
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Scientists Reveal Why Recurrent Migraines Occur During the Menstrual Cycle
Every month, millions of women worldwide experience at least one PMS-related symptom during their menstrual cycle, including cramps, acne, bloating, and tender breasts. Some women, however,…
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Obesity-Induced Changes in the Brain Identical to Alzheimer's Disease, Study Finds
The changes observed in the brains of obese individuals are similar to those seen in Alzheimer’s disease, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s…
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Want to Lower your Risk of Getting Sick? Resist Sleeping Too Much or Too Little
A recent study finds evidence that the ‘right’ amount of sleep could contribute to boosting our immune system and fighting the body’s susceptibility to infections, including…
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How Nanoparticles in Food Additives Can Be Potentially Harmful to the Gut
Metal oxide nanoparticles—easily ingested due to their broad use in the food industry as an anticaking agent and food coloring—can damage and disrupt the human gut, according to a recent…
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Multiple Chronic Disease Risks Lowered in Middle-aged Women Embracing 'Satisfying' Relationships into Old Age
Women who have satisfying relationships with their spouses, friends, family, and coworkers have lower chances of developing multiple chronic diseases, according to a new study. The findings…
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What Painkiller(s) Works Best for Low Back Pain?
We all know how frustrating and uncomfortable low back pain can be. Now, recent research suggests that mixing popular over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol) and…
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Can High Blood Pressure Trigger Neurotic Personality Traits?
Add neurotic personality traits to the list of negative outcomes following poor control of blood pressure. Recent research suggests that high blood pressure is more likely to cause neurotic…
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It's Never Too Late: Any Form of Regular Exercise at Any Age Boosts Brain Function in Later Life
It pays to be physically active. From a casual, regular stroll down the street to counting hours in the gym. Whatever your choice of activity, researchers at the University College London…
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High Physical Activity Doesn't Offset Obesity Risk Among Teens that Get Too Much Screen Time
Being physically active as a teen doesn’t necessarily guarantee an escape from the risk of obesity, especially if you spend so much time in front of screens, according to a new study.…
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