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American Heart Association

·September 8, 2021·4 min read

Clues to Brain Health May Lie in the Gut

Researchers evaluate the role of the gut-brain axis in relation to health conditions and report on how gut-based interventions could provide relief for some mental health disorders.

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·February 13, 2018·4 min read

Congenital Heart Defects Linked to Dementia

According to researchers, people with congenital heart defects have an increased risk of developing dementia later in life. Researchers report those born with congenital heart disease are 2.6 times more likely to develop dementia symptoms by the age of 65.

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Featured Neuroscience

·February 3, 2022·3 min read

High Blood Pressure in Younger Adults Linked to Midlife Brain Changes

Young people who experience high blood pressure may have an increased risk of brain changes during mid-life that are associated with later cognitive decline.

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·March 3, 2023·6 min read

A Good Night’s Sleep May Make It Easier to Stick To Exercise and Diet Goals

People who reported better quality of sleep health during a 12-month program of weight loss and exercise were more likely to follow the diet's caloric restrictions and exercise regime than those who had poor sleep health, researchers report.

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·November 17, 2022·4 min read

Some Reduced-Carb Diets May Decrease Diabetes Risk, but Others May Raise It

Animal-based low-carb diets were associated with an increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, while plant-based low-carb diets were associated with a lower risk of developing diabetes.

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·October 4, 2021·5 min read

Earlier Onset of High Blood Pressure Affects Brain Structure and May Increase Dementia Risk

A new study reveals an association between high blood pressure in a person's thirties and forties to smaller brain size and an increased risk of developing dementia later in life.

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·November 23, 2022·5 min read

Persistent Asthma Linked to Increased Buildup of Plaque in Arteries Leading to the Brain

Persistent asthma in adults was associated with increased inflammation and an excess build-up of plaques in the carotid arteries, increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

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·November 8, 2023·7 min read

Cannabis Use Linked to Heightened Heart Risk

Recent studies indicate that regular marijuana use may increase the risk of heart failure, stroke, and heart attack. Researchers found that daily marijuana users had a 34% increased risk of developing heart failure, with coronary artery disease being a likely pathway.

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·October 10, 2022·3 min read

91% Of Parents Say Their Family Is Less Stressed When They Eat Together

91% of parents say their family is less stressed when they eat together, and 64% of adults report they wish they could share a meal together with their families more often. Researchers say connecting with others, stress reduction, and taking time to slow down are the biggest benefits of a shared family meal time.

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·February 23, 2020·2 min read

Wearable brain stimulation could safely improve motor function after stroke

A new, non-invasive wearable magnetic device stimulates the brain to rewire itself is safe to use and could help improve recovery for stroke survivors.

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·February 23, 2020·2 min read

Surgeons successfully treat brain aneurysms using a robot

Doctors have successfully used robotic technology to treat brain aneurysms. The robotic system could eventually allow remote surgery, enabling surgeons to treat brain disorders that require surgery from afar.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·November 6, 2023·9 min read

Depression and Negative Mental States Affect Heart Health

Emerging research underscores the profound connection between mental health and heart disease, with depression and anxiety hastening the onset of cardiovascular risk factors. Findings from two preliminary studies suggest that psychological conditions not only distress the mind but also have tangible effects on physical health, potentially leading to heart attacks or strokes.

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American Heart Association

Clues to Brain Health May Lie in the Gut

Congenital Heart Defects Linked to Dementia

High Blood Pressure in Younger Adults Linked to Midlife Brain Changes

A Good Night’s Sleep May Make It Easier to Stick To Exercise and Diet Goals

Some Reduced-Carb Diets May Decrease Diabetes Risk, but Others May Raise It

Earlier Onset of High Blood Pressure Affects Brain Structure and May Increase Dementia Risk

Persistent Asthma Linked to Increased Buildup of Plaque in Arteries Leading to the Brain

Cannabis Use Linked to Heightened Heart Risk

91% Of Parents Say Their Family Is Less Stressed When They Eat Together

Wearable brain stimulation could safely improve motor function after stroke

Surgeons successfully treat brain aneurysms using a robot

Depression and Negative Mental States Affect Heart Health

Link Between Childhood Adversity and Muscle Dysmorphia in Youth

How Imagination Fuels Empathy and Prosocial Behavior

Dopamine’s Role in Learning from Rewards and Penalties

Taste-Driven AI Algorithms Enhance Wine Selections

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