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Healthy Habits Can Slow Brain Aging, Study Finds
A new study by University of Florida researchers highlights that optimism, quality sleep and social support are strongly linked to healthier brains and can significantly slow the brain’s aging process. The study followed 128 middle-aged and older adults, most of whom had chronic musculoskeletal pain or were at risk for knee osteoarthritis, over two years.…
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New Study Confirms Coffee Does Make You Happier
Regular caffeine consumption has long been associated with increased alertness, but a new study has found that your morning cup of coffee might be doing more good than just waking you up. Research conducted by Bielefeld University in Germany and the University of Warwick in the UK, and published in the journal Scientific Reports, shows…
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Why Dollar Stores’ Food Options May Not Be Harming American Diets: New Study
Using dollar stores for grocery shopping is a common practice among Americans, especially those looking to save money, according to researchers from Tufts University School of Medicine, the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, and the USDA Economic Research Service. Their multi-year study, published n the…
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New UCR Study Advises Pregnant Women to Avoid Mentholated E-Cigarettes
As vaping gains popularity, a critical gap in understanding its impact on pregnancy persists. New research from the University of California, Riverside has unveiled alarming evidence about menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes posing potential risks to unborn babies. Published in STEM CELLS Translational Medicine, the study leveraged human embryonic stem cells (hESCs) to investigate the effects of…
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Cannabis Users at Higher Heart Attack Risk, New Research Shows
The landscape of cannabis use has dramatically shifted across the United States, with legalization paving the way for increased recreational usage. However, recent research indicates that this trend may come with significant health risks. Two new studies have provided compelling evidence that cannabis users are at a substantially higher risk of experiencing heart attacks compared…
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New Study Sheds Light on the Impact of Exercise on Life Expectancy
In a breakthrough study, researchers from the University of Jyväskylä in Finland have shed new light on the relationship between physical activity and life expectancy, challenging current beliefs about the benefits of exercise for longevity and genetic disease risk. Study Parameters and Findings The research, published in the European Journal of Epidemiology, analyzed data from…
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Retiring Abroad Increases Risk of Loneliness for Older Adults: New Study
Many people dream of spending their golden years in a sunny, more affordable country. However, new research published by the American Psychological Association indicates that retirees who move abroad may face higher risks of loneliness compared to those who stay in their home country. “International retirement migration is increasingly popular in Europe and around the…
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New Study Reveals Social Stigma Around Plant-Based Diets in Europe
Researchers from the University of Vaasa in Finland have unveiled new findings that shed light on why plant-based diets are still met with resistance in Europe. The study, published in the Food Quality and Preference journal, explores the complex social perceptions and stereotypes hindering the acceptance of vegetarianism and meat substitutes. Roosa-Maaria Malila, a doctoral…
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Study Finds Strong Link Between Western Diet During Pregnancy and ADHD
A new comprehensive clinical study from Denmark indicates that the dietary choices of pregnant women can significantly influence the neurodevelopmental health of their children. According to the research conducted by the University of Copenhagen and the Copenhagen Prospective Studies on Asthma in Childhood (COPSAC) at the Danish Paediatric Asthma Centre, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, a…
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New Study Links Tattoos to Increased Risk of Cancer
New research from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and the University of Helsinki has uncovered a potential link between tattoos and an increased risk of skin and lymphoma cancers. The findings, published in BMC Public Health, suggest that ink particles from tattoos may migrate to the lymph nodes, accumulating and potentially affecting the immune…
