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09/18/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Mental reprieve: Women who text their partners during office hours reduce their stress, according to research

We know that close relationships – like those between married couples – are good for you. You have someone to share your hopes and dreams. You can unburden your problems to someone you trust, someone who will help you get over the hump. New evidence shows that this positive effect extends to the work place. A California […]

09/12/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

What do sewing and photography have in common? They’re exercise for your brain, which is key to aging well mentally

Mentally challenging exercises, such as quilting and photography, can help prevent cognitive decline as you age. A team of researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas are suggesting that tasks that include continuous mental effort and challenge enhance cognitive function. For the study, the researchers differentiated the changes in brain activity in 39 older adults that […]

07/26/2018 / By Janine Acero

Stress during pregnancy linked to nervous disposition in the infant, higher probability of illness

In a study published in the journal Development and Psychopathology, researchers from University of California San Francisco (UCSF) discovered that pregnant mothers under considerable stress during their pregnancy may have babies with nervous disposition and weaker resilience to illness. According to an entry on UCSF.edu, a pregnant mother under stress during her second trimester may affect the […]

07/18/2018 / By Rita Winters

5 Things you should be doing to maintain your health

In 1948, the World Health Organization (WHO) defined health as not just the absence of disease, but also as the overall state of well-being. Many people live as if health is the goal when health should be a part of their daily lifestyle. Instead of fighting disease when it’s already there, people can instead practice […]

04/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The rewards of meditation are reaped for many years: Research shows the cognitive gains last, even if you don’t maintain practice

Cognitive improvements gained from practicing meditation can last for a minimum of seven years, according to a study published in the Journal of Cognitive Enhancement. Researchers at the University of California – Davis based the initial study on The Shamatha Project, which is an investigation of the cognitive, psychological, and biological impacts of meditation. They aimed to […]

12/14/2017 / By Rita Winters

It’s all in the perception: Chores such as washing dishes can cause or relieve stress, depending on attitude, according to recent study

City life causes so much physical, emotional, and psychological stress on people. Stress relief and mental peace are the most common reasons for city dwellers to take a vacation. But relief, apparently, can be found in the comfort of your own home. Doing household chores can reduce stress and offer peace of mind. A study from […]

12/14/2017 / By Russel Davis

Go organic, inside and out while pregnant: Chemicals in personal care products can affect the development of your baby

A study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives has revealed that a mixture of endocrine disrupting chemicals found in various industrial and food sources may affect fetal development among pregnant women. The researchers screened for up to 27 chemicals — including seven drugs, 14 industrial chemicals, and six sociocultural chemicals like alcohol or caffeine — as part of the […]

11/29/2017 / By Rita Winters

Lifestyle diseases are now complicating pregnancies, putting mothers and newborns at higher risk of complications

Contrary to popular belief, the responsibilities of motherhood begin before, not after, conception. A woman must be in good health prior to conceiving in order to assure her and the baby’s health. Preexisting conditions, sedentary lifestyles, and unhealthy food negatively affect babies prenatally. A Michigan Medicine study reports that pregnant women, particularly poor women and […]

11/15/2017 / By Michelle Simmons

Pregnant women can reduce their risk of post-partum depression by half with probiotics

A new study suggests that probiotics can reduce the risk of postpartum depression in pregnant women by about 50 percent, according to a report by NutraIngredients-USA.com. Researchers at the University of Auckland and the University of Otago analyzed the relationship between Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001 and postpartum depression and anxiety in women. They conducted an experiment […]

06/02/2017 / By Earl Garcia

Eating foods high in Omega 3s like salmon, mackerel, and sardines found to prevents Alzheimer’s disease by boosting blood flow

A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease showed that eating foods high in omega-3 fatty acids — such as salmon, sardines and mackerel — may help keep Alzheimer’s disease at bay by promoting blood flow in brain regions that regulate memory and learning. As part of the study, a team of researchers […]

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