By John Anderer Losing weight is a tough task for many people, but it can be particularly difficult for those living with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Interesting new research, however, finds that early weight loss success among diabetics attending weight management programs can stronger predict…
By Study Finds Exercising more and sitting down less can lower the risk of women developing breast cancer, according to a new study. Observational studies have already shown a link between sedentary behavior and breast cancer risk but have not provided proof of what causes…
By Mayukh Saha Parents always want their kids to be smart and intelligent. Some experts have been suggesting that teaching children how to code can benefit them in many ways, but new research has pointed out that music is the gateway to getting smarter kids….
By John Anderer Sleep isn’t always easy to come by in today’s fast-paced “always on” culture, but new research shows just how essential a little bit of shut eye is to our minds. Researchers at Concordia University report older adults with insomnia are more likely…
By John Anderer If you want robust cognition and sharp thinking skills in old age, a recent study finds that a proper exercise routine will go a long way toward keeping your brain young – no matter how old you are. Scientists at UC San…
By Chris Melore Forget staying at home – nearly four in five parents would rather catch up with their family while doing a physical activity together (78%). It might be the best way to get kids to exercise more, according to a new poll, considering…
By Mac Slavo Life expectancy across all groups in the United States has fallen 2.7 years from 2019 to 2021. This is the largest two-year decrease in 100 years, according to provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released Wednesday. Life…
By John Anderer Taking iron supplements not only benefits people with anemia, but it may also prevent a life-threatening loss of muscle mass among older people. A team from the Federal University of São Carlos in Brazil and University College London reports that suffering anemia…
By Study Finds Drinking tea reduces the risk of dying young, according to a new study. Study author Dr. Maki Inoue-Choi and a team from the U.S. National Cancer Institute have found that drinking two or more cups of black tea a day is better…
By Study Finds Getting a good night’s sleep on a regular basis slashes the risk of heart disease and stroke. Unfortunately, few people are actually getting this, according to a new study. Researchers in France found that a staggering 90 percent of people are generally poor…
By Rosanne Lindsay, Naturopath All matter is frequency and vibration, whether alive or inanimate. If it exists, it has a frequency. In the same way a wooden table has a specific frequency, so do sounds, thoughts, emotions, prayer, meditation, words, actions, cells, organ systems, and…
By John Anderer If living into your 90s seems to run in the family, don’t just assume that means you will too. Our genetics make us who we are, but new research from the University of California, San Diego finds exercise trumps genes when it comes…
By Chris Melore Near-death experiences often change how someone views the world. In many cases, the person who “cheats death” ends up overcoming their fear of dying in the future. Now, a new study has found something that can mimic this life-altering experience — psychedelic…
By John Anderer Does the United States have a growing drug problem? Researchers from Columbia University suggest that more American adults than ever are experimenting with hallucinogens. Their study finds hallucinogen use has increased noticeably since 2015 among Americans over the age of 26. Conversely,…
By Study Finds Older people can stave off Alzheimer’s disease with a daily 15-minute walk or other physical activities, according to new research. Researchers in Germany say moderate physical activity boosts all areas of the brain, especially those involved in memory. Staying active also benefits…
By Matt Higgins College is supposed to be the best time in many students’ lives. From making lifelong friends to creating new experiences, college is the time to explore and find yourself before going out into the “real world.” However, researchers from Boston University reveal…
By Matt Higgins Can simply being out in the sun help battle depression? A new study by international researchers finds that vitamin D may reduce depressive symptoms in adults. Examining dozens of studies from around the world, researchers conducted a meta-analysis on the association between…
By Sara Tipton Spending time in an outdoor natural space or bringing nature into your everyday life can benefit both your mental and physical wellbeing. For example, doing things like growing food or flowers, exercising outdoors, foraging for wild food, or being around animals can…
By Study Finds Making crafts, playing an instrument, or doing puzzles might lower a person’s risk of developing dementia by nearly a quarter, according to a new study. A review of previous dementia reports involving two million people found some leisure activities have the power…
By John Anderer Are your inflammation markers usually high when it comes to your routine blood work? New research out of Australia finds you may want to spend more time in the sun and soak in more vitamin D. A little bit of inflammation is…
