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09/24/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Improving sleep habits may be key to addressing poor gut health
It’s not enough to get a full night’s sleep – for a healthier gut, it’s also important to sleep at the right time of day. Researchers from Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown in Portugal and the University of Lisbon examined how altered sleeping habits affect gut health. They discovered a group of immune cells that play a role in […]
09/21/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Just a hint of pressure: A little stress may make your circadian clock “run better and faster”
A little stress may help a person’s body clock run better, suggests a study published in the journal Neuron. The body has its own internal clock called the circadian clock. It runs in the background to carry out essential functions, which occur in alignment with certain circadian rhythms, such as the sleep-wake cycle. A closer look into […]
09/17/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Take a break if you’re tired: Excessive exercise may tire your mind and body, reveals study
Too much exercise can make your brain tired too, suggests a study published in the journal Current Biology. French researchers found a form of mental fatigue among athletes subjected to a heavy training load. The athletes acted impulsively, having sought immediate rewards instead of bigger ones that take longer to achieve. This form of mental fatigue affected a region […]
09/02/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Having PTSD and an abnormal mix of gut bacteria linked to poor cognitive performance in military veterans
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and cirrhosis make for a debilitating combination among veterans. On top of their impact on both mental health and hepatic health in patients, scant research and little medical progress complicate treatment for either condition. In a major breakthrough, Jasmohan Bajaj, a gastroenterologist from Virginia Commonwealth University, and his colleagues found that an imbalanced gut might […]
07/31/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Curb your anxiety by drinking a cup of matcha green tea
Matcha can reduce anxiety by activating dopamine and serotonin receptors that are linked to anxious behavior, according to researchers from Kumamoto University in Japan. Matcha, which literally means “powdered tea,” refers to the powder made from finely ground leaves of shade-grown tea tree (Camellia sinensis). Matcha has been used medicinally since ancient times. In Japan, in particular, it is used to help people relax, […]
07/22/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Research reveals unlikely connection between oral health and cognitive decline among the elderly
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society showed that poor oral health is linked to cognitive decline. Researchers at New York University Rory Meyers College of Nursing, the University of Nevada and Rutgers University found that older Chinese adults in the U.S. who reported teeth symptoms experienced faster cognitive decline than those who reported gum symptoms. This finding underscores […]
07/07/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
How can L-theanine improve your mental and cognitive health?
L-theanine is a unique amino acid found in tea that offers a variety of health benefits, including better cognitive performance, reduced stress and improved mood. A recent study published in the journal Nutrients investigated the effects of L-theanine supplementation and found that it helps improve certain markers of depression, such as increased anxiety and poor-quality sleep. These markers are also common across different mental […]
05/13/2020
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By Arsenio Toledo
The link between sleep deprivation and Alzheimer’s
Studies have shown that there’s a relationship between dementia and exercise, nutrition and social interaction. One other important factor you need to consider if you want to lower your risk of Alzheimer’s disease is the amount of restful sleep you get every night. In a landmark study published in the journal The Lancet, researchers found that around a third of […]
05/12/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The bigger your brain, the better your cognitive performance: Study
For decades, scientists have been trying to answer the age-old question of whether or not the size of the human brain correlates with cognitive performance. In a recent study — the largest of its kind — researchers at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) finally found empirical evidence suggesting that brain volume is positively associated […]
03/09/2020
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By Grace Olson
Scientists develop home-testing kit that measures stress hormones
Stress can either be a person’s boon or his bane, depending on the situation. In certain situations, it can motivate people, but those with chronic levels of stress are more likely to develop health problems, including heart disease and even mental disorders. To combat its adverse effects, researchers have developed a simple test to help […]
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