The connection between sleep and weight management has been thoroughly documented, with multiple studies indicating that insufficient rest may lead to an expanded waistline.
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Omega-3’s may help heart by protecting brain health, study shows
Omega-3 fatty acids, which can be derived from seafood and various produce, have long been associated with a healthy heart, though the reason behind this correlation has remained unclear.
How curcumin supplements may help with chronic stress
Past research has indicated that continual stress may aggravate or increase the risk of developing a wide range of ailments from diabetes to Alzheimer’s disease.
How probiotics promote gut health in the face of stress
a new study from the University of Michigan has revealed that probiotics – the good bacteria already known to promote gut health in general – may be able to reverse the effects of stress and keep it from aggravating existing intestinal disorders.
Study links sleep deprivation among the elderly to memory loss
“As we get older, the quality of our sleep deteriorates and prevents those memories from being saved by the brain at night,” says UC Berkeley associate professor Matthew Walker.
Cutting down stress may be the best resolution for 2013
Many people have resolved to increase their overall health.
Stressed out? Your responses now may dictate your future health
It's a well-documented fact that excess stress, and the hormones the body releases in response to it, can bring about a series of medical complications. Consistent surges of adrenaline and cortisol – both of which play a part in our… Read More
Researchers look into new Alzheimer’s indicator
Alzheimer’s disease can have devastating effects as it progresses, so medical researchers are continually investigating the factors that influence and indicate the onset of the disorder.
Speaking your mind has its benefits, study shows
Whether they turn to family, friends or a licensed therapist, most people know the relief that can come with simply expressing their feelings to others.
Adrenal Fatigue: Are You at Risk?
Adrenal fatigue has not officially been recognized by modern medicine as doctors have typically thought of adrenal issues as Cushing’s syndrome where exceedingly high levels of cortisol are being produced, or Addison’s disease where cortisol production is severely deficient.